Environmental amp Natural Resources Attorney

BCG Attorney Search

Buffalo (NY)

On-site

USD 105,000 - 165,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Buffalo, NY seeks an experienced Environmental & Natural Resources attorney to join a collaborative firm on a broad range of Northeast matters.

The role emphasizes permitting, compliance, and enforcement work, with opportunities to engage federal and state agencies such as USEPA, USACE, NYSDEC, and FWS. A NY bar license or eligibility to waive into NY is required, with 4–8 years' experience.

Qualifications

JD degree from an accredited law school.
Licensed to practice in New York or eligible to waive into NY Bar.
4–8 years of experience in environmental law.

Responsibilities

Manage project permitting and siting, including NEPA/SEQRA processes.
Conduct transactional due diligence and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
Interface with resource agencies such as USEPA, USACE, USFWS, and NYSDEC.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Environmental & Natural Resources Attorney in Buffalo, NY. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with seasoned professionals on diverse environmental matters across the Northeast.

Duties

Manage project permitting and siting, including NEPA and SEQRA processes. Conduct transactional due diligence and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Handle enforcement matters related to environmental statutes. Interface with resource agencies such as USEPA, USACE, USFWS, and NYSDEC.

Requirements

Licensed to practice in New York State or eligible to waive into the New York State Bar. Four to eight years of experience in environmental law. Expertise in Superfund/CERCLA, CWA, CAA, ESA, MBTA, and New York State Environmental Conservation Law. Experience in the energy industry and with wildlife and rare, threatened, and endangered species is a plus.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Ability to work collaboratively with a team.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance. Retirement savings plan. Professional development opportunities.

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