Environmental Law Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an experienced environmental attorney to join its Los Angeles-based Environmental Law practice as a full-time, partnership-track associate. The ideal candidate will handle compliance counseling, enforcement defense, litigation, permitting, and agency rulemaking.

Candidates should have a JD from an accredited law school, at least four years of environmental law experience, and California bar membership.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of experience in environmental law.
• Experience in private practice, trade associations, or government agencies preferred.
• California bar membership required.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on environmental compliance and regulatory matters.
• Defend clients in environmental enforcement actions.
• Engage in litigation and negotiation related to environmental issues.
• Assist in obtaining necessary environmental permits and authorizations.
• Participate in agency rulemaking processes.

Skills

Environmental law

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced attorney to join its Environmental Law practice group as a full-time partnership-track associate in Los Angeles, CA. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in environmental law, including compliance counseling, enforcement defense, litigation, permitting, and agency rulemaking.

Duties

• Provide legal counsel on environmental compliance and regulatory matters.
• Defend clients in environmental enforcement actions.
• Engage in litigation and negotiation related to environmental issues.
• Assist in obtaining necessary environmental permits and authorizations.
• Participate in agency rulemaking processes.

Requirements

• Minimum of four years of experience in environmental law.
• Experience in private practice, trade associations, or government agencies preferred.
• California bar membership required.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active membership in the California State Bar.

Skills

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent judgment and responsiveness.
• Self-motivated with strong intellectual curiosity.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive benefits and wellness options.
• Opportunities for professional development and mentoring.