Environmental and Natural Resources Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate client exposure on meaningf‑

Professional mentorship opportunities

Supportive work environment for growth

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Environmental and Natural Resources Attorney in San Diego, CA. The ideal candidate has 6–8 years of environmental law experience, including litigation, regulatory compliance, and a strong background in related acts.

The role is hybrid and offers opportunities to contribute to a statewide environmental practice. Responsibilities include managing all phases of environmental, toxic tort, and habitability litigation, conducting motions and discovery, and mentoring

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of experience in environmental law, including litigation compliance and regulatory matters.
• Experience with Clean Water Act, Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act, Endangered Species Act, CERCLA, and RCRA.
• Land use experience is a plus.
• CA Bar admission required.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of environmental and related litigation.
• Handle case management, motions, discovery.
• Conduct hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials.
• Mentor junior associates and contribute to team development.
• Collaborate with a growing environmental practice.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Organization

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Environmental and Natural Resources Attorney in San Diego, California. The position requires 6-8 years of experience in environmental law, including litigation compliance and regulatory issues. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with a growing team and contribute to a statewide environmental practice.

Duties

• Manage all phases of environmental, toxic tort, and habitability litigation.
• Conduct case management, motion practice, and discovery.
• Handle hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials.
• Mentor junior associates and contribute to team development.

Requirements

• Experience with Clean Water Act, Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act, Endangered Species Act, CERCLA, RCRA, and related regulations.
• Land use experience is a plus.
• Distinguished academic background and impeccable references.
• CA Bar admission required.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• California Bar admission.

Skills

• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
• High level of analytical skills.
• Excellent and adaptable communication abilities.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and entrepreneurial mindset.

Benefits

• Immediate client exposure on meaningful projects.
• Professional mentorship opportunities.
• Supportive work environment for growth.