Environmental Attorney - Member

Miller Johnson; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Miller Johnson in Detroit, MI seeks an experienced Environmental Attorney to lead and grow our environmental practice. The candidate will advise on regulatory matters, M&A-related environmental issues, and real estate transactions while serving as a trusted advisor to clients.

The role emphasizes building client relationships, developing the practice, and mentoring attorneys as the environmental group expands across Michigan.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Michigan or eligibility for admission in Michigan.
• Significant experience advising on federal and state environmental regulatory matters.
• Air emissions and related permitting experience is preferred.
• Environmental litigation experience is a plus.
• Existing book of business is strongly preferred; ability and interest in business development.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage sophisticated matters independently and provide practical, business-minded counsel.
• Strong client relationships and business development skills to grow the firm’s environmental practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the firm’s environmental practice as a Member.
• Advise clients on federal and state environmental regulatory matters, permitting, reporting, enforcement, waste management, site remediation, and natural resource issues.
• Represent clients in investigations, agency inquiries, notices of violation, enforcement actions, and regulatory proceedings.
• Provide environmental counsel on mergers, acquisitions, real estate and development transactions, due diligence and risk assessment.
• Advise on environmental disputes and collaborate with litigation attorneys on contested matters.
• Develop relationships and contribute to business development to expand environmental services.
• Mentor and support junior attorneys as the practice grows.

Skills

Environmental regulatory matters

Client service

Business development

Legal research

Writing & advocacy

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Independent matter management

Education

Juris Doctor from ABA-accredited school

Job description

Why Miller Johnson

Miller Johnson is seeking an experienced Environmental Attorney to join our growing practice. As Miller Johnson continues to grow in Detroit and across Michigan, our environmental work is also expanding, creating an opportunity for a senior attorney to help build and shape the practice.

The right candidate will build upon an established foundation of environmental work, advise clients on sophisticated regulatory, transactional, and related matters, collaborate with attorneys across the firm, and serve as a trusted advisor to clients. This role offers the opportunity to deepen the firm’s environmental capabilities while playing a meaningful role in the continued growth and direction of the practice.

What You'll Do

As a Member, you will help lead and grow the firm’s environmental practice by:

• Advising clients on federal and state environmental regulatory matters, including compliance, permitting, reporting, enforcement, waste management, site remediation, and natural resource issues.
• Representing clients in environmental investigations, agency inquiries, notices of violation, enforcement actions, and other administrative or regulatory proceedings.
• Providing environmental counsel on mergers and acquisitions, real estate and development transactions, due diligence, risk assessment, and other business matters involving environmental considerations.
• Advising clients on environmental disputes and collaborating with litigation attorneys on contested matters and related litigation.
• Collaborating with attorneys across the firm to provide coordinated, practical solutions to environmental issues.
• Developing and deepening client relationships, contributing to business development efforts, and identifying opportunities to expand the firm’s environmental services.
• Mentoring and supporting attorneys who assist with environmental matters as the practice continues to grow.

What You Bring

The successful candidate will bring broad environmental experience, strong client service skills, and the ability to independently navigate sophisticated environmental matters. You are a collaborative and practical advisor who is comfortable working across disciplines and interested in contributing to the continued development of the environmental practice.

Qualifications include:

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Michigan or eligibility for admission in Michigan.
• Significant experience advising clients on complex federal and state environmental regulatory matters.
• Experience advising clients on air emissions and related permitting matters is preferred.
• Environmental litigation experience is a plus.
• An existing book of business is strongly preferred; candidates with demonstrated business development ability and an interest in growing a practice are
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills, with sound judgment and a practical approach to client service.
• Demonstrated ability to manage sophisticated matters independently and provide practical, business-minded counsel.
• Strong client relationship and business development skills, with an interest in helping grow and shape the firm’s environmental practice.

Our Commitment

At Miller Johnson, we are committed to creating an environment where talented individuals can do their best work and build meaningful careers. We value diverse perspectives, foster authentic relationships, and believe our collective success is strengthened by the unique experiences and contributions of our people.

Miller Johnson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.