Environmental Senior Attorney

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP in Washington, DC seeks an experienced Senior Attorney to join its nationally recognized Environmental Law practice. This benefits-eligible role carries a minimum annual billable target of 1,500 hours and offers the chance to work on sophisticated, high-impact matters for established clients.

Candidates with 4+ years in environmental permitting, NEPA, project development and regulatory counseling are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• At least four years of substantive environmental permitting and regulatory experience.
• Experience advising on permitting strategy and federal/state approvals.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to mentor and collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Advise on permitting strategy and regulatory pathways for projects.
• Support clients through federal and state approval processes.
• Prepare and review NEPA and related environmental documents.
• Navigate complex regulatory requirements with project teams.

Skills

Environmental permitting

NEPA compliance

Regulatory counseling

Permitting strategy

Project development

Job description

Hunton seeks an experienced attorney to join its nationally recognized Environmental Law practice group as a Senior Attorney in our Washington, DC office. This is a benefits-eligible position with a minimum annual billable expectation of 1,500 hours and an opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-impact environmental matters for established clients.

We are looking for a candidate with at least four years of substantive experience in environmental permitting, NEPA compliance, project development, and regulatory counseling. The ideal candidate will have experience advising on permitting strategy, supporting clients through federal and state approval processes, preparing and reviewing NEPA and related environmental documents, and helping project teams navigate complex regulatory requirements. We welcome candidates from private practice, government agencies, and relevant trade associations.

This role is well suited for a lawyer who is thoughtful, self-motivated, and collaborative, with strong written and oral communication skills, sound judgment, and intellectual curiosity. The attorney in this position will join a team that values high-quality work, practical advice, mentorship, and collegiality, and will have the opportunity to contribute to significant, long-term matters with experienced colleagues and sophisticated clients. District of Columbia bar membership is preferred, and in any event required within one year of joining the firm. EEO/drug-free workplace/E-Verify participant//Veteran/Disability.

At the time of posting, the expected salary range for this is $250,000 to $300,000. Actual salary offers may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education, training, skill sets, licensure and certifications, practice area, experience, internal equity, and market data. In addition to providing competitive compensation, Hunton offers a range of benefits and wellness options based on experience, performance, and location that compare favorably to market standards in every region and across the legal industry.