Environmental Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an experienced Environmental Attorney to join its Pittsburgh, PA team. The role emphasizes air quality permitting and a strong network of clients, delivering high-level legal services while expanding client relationships.

The successful candidate will have a JD, Pennsylvania Bar admission or eligibility to waive, and at least five years in environmental law with a portable book of business.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• PA Bar admission or eligibility to waive in.
• 5+ years environmental law experience, focusing on air quality permitting.
• Established client relationships and portable book of business.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases from start to finish, including regulatory compliance and enforcement defense.
• Conduct thorough legal research on federal and state environmental laws.
• Draft and review permit applications, compliance plans, and related documents.
• Leverage existing book of business and develop new client relationships.
• Maintain communications with clients about regulatory changes.
• Represent clients in negotiations and administrative proceedings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multi-priority management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Environmental Attorney to join its team in Pittsburgh, PA. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with a strong background in environmental law, particularly air quality permitting, and an established network of clients. The successful candidate will deliver exceptional legal services while expanding and maintaining client relationships.

Duties

• Manage cases from start to finish, including regulatory compliance and enforcement defense.
• Conduct thorough legal research on federal and state environmental laws.
• Draft and review permit applications, compliance plans, and related documentation.
• Leverage an existing book of business and develop new client relationships.
• Maintain strategic communications with clients regarding regulatory changes.
• Represent clients in negotiations and administrative proceedings.
• Collaborate with colleagues across various practice areas.
• Uphold professional conduct and adhere to state bar requirements.
• Support client billing and manage collections.
• Stay current with environmental regulations and industry developments.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar (or eligibility to waive in).
• Minimum of 5 years of environmental law experience, focusing on air quality permitting.
• Experience advising clients on complex regulatory matters.
• Established client relationships and a portable book of business.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented professional.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a team-oriented environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar (or eligibility to waive in).

Skills

• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Benefits

• Engaging work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Challenging and rewarding career paths.
• Competitive compensation.