Environmental and Natural Resources Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; San Rafael (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship opportunities

Growth opportunities

Client exposure

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an Environmental and Natural Resources Attorney in San Rafael, California. The role requires 6–8 years of environmental law experience, including litigation, compliance, and regulatory matters.

This hybrid position offers the chance to work with a growing team on a statewide environmental practice. You will manage environmental, toxic tort, and habitability litigation; handle motions, discovery, hearings, and trials; mentor junior associates and help develop the team.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of environmental law experience.
• CA Bar admission is required.
• Experience with Clean Water Act, Porter-Cologne Act, ESA, CERCLA, and RCRA.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Environmental law

Litigation experience

Regulatory compliance

Analytical abilities

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active California Bar

Tools

Pacer/Case management software

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Environmental and Natural Resources Attorney in San Rafael, 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 required.

EducationJuris Doctor (JD) degree.

CertificationsActive membership in the California Bar.

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.