Environmental Law Associate — Partnership Track

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 260,000 - 435,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Range of benefits and wellness options

Job summary

A prominent law firm located in Washington, DC is seeking a full-time partnership-track associate attorney for its nationally recognized Environmental Law practice. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of experience in environmental law, compliance, and litigation. Strong written and oral communication skills are essential. The role includes engaging in diverse projects with established clients, emphasizing collaboration and team effort. A Virginia bar membership is preferred during the first year of employment.

Qualifications

• At least four years of experience in environmental law.
• Experience in compliance counseling, enforcement defense, litigation, and permitting.
• Virginia bar membership preferred and required within one year.

Responsibilities

• Join a nationally recognized Environmental Law practice group.
• Work on precedent-setting legal matters with direct client contact.
• Participate in mentoring and training within the team.

Skills

Environmental law

Compliance counseling

Litigation

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivation

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

A prominent law firm located in Washington, DC is seeking a full-time partnership-track associate attorney for its nationally recognized Environmental Law practice. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of experience in environmental law, compliance, and litigation. Strong written and oral communication skills are essential. The role includes engaging in diverse projects with established clients, emphasizing collaboration and team effort. A Virginia bar membership is preferred during the first year of employment.