Environmental Associate Attorney

Balch & Bingham LLP; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Balch & Bingham LLP is seeking an associate with 2–5 years of environmental experience to join its Environmental group. The ideal candidate will have experience handling environmental regulatory matters, with exposure to energy sector issues or other heavily regulated industries.

The role emphasizes strong analytical and writing skills and a genuine interest in environmental law. The successful candidate will work closely with clients on complex regulatory, compliance, and policy matters in a

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in environmental regulatory matters.
• Experience handling environmental regulatory matters and related compliance.
• Exposure to energy sector or other heavily regulated industries preferred.
• Strong analytical and writing skills; curiosity about environmental law.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with clients on complex regulatory, compliance, and policy matters.
• Support development and execution of environmental compliance strategies for clients.
• Contribute to legal research and writing in environmental matters.

Skills

Environmental regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Energy sector exposure

Job description

Balch & Bingham is expanding its team and is seeking an associate with 2–5 years of experience to join our Environmental group. We are looking for a motivated attorney with experience handling environmental regulatory matters, preferably with exposure to issues affecting the energy sector or other heavily regulated industries.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical and writing skills, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine interest in environmental law. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with clients on complex regulatory, compliance, and policy matters in a sophisticated practice.