Environmental & Toxic Tort Associate (CERCLA & Regs)

Lathrop GPM LLP; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Lathrop GPM LLP seeks an associate with at least 3 years of toxic tort, environmental litigation, and regulatory counseling experience to join our growing litigation and regulatory practice in Kansas City, St. Louis, Chicago, Denver, Dallas and Minneapolis offices.

Responsibilities include defending suits in federal and state venues, navigating environmental laws (CERCLA, CWA, CAA, RCRA, TSCA), advising clients on regulatory developments, and supporting cross-office collaboration with experts.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of toxic tort, environmental litigation or regulatory counseling experience.
• Strong academic credentials and writing abilities.
• Willingness to appear in court and collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Defend toxic tort, citizen suits, and enforcement actions in federal and state forums.
• Navigate environmental laws including RCRA, CERCLA, CWA, CAA and TSCA.
• Represent PRP in CERCLA cleanups with consultants and experts.
• Advise clients on regulatory developments and evolving environmental issues.

Skills

Toxic tort

Environmental litigation

Regulatory counseling

Client service

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Job description

Lathrop GPM LLP seeks an associate with at least 3 years of toxic tort, environmental litigation, and regulatory counseling experience to join our growing litigation and regulatory practice in Kansas City, St. Louis, Chicago, Denver, Dallas and Minneapolis offices.

Responsibilities include defending suits in federal and state venues, navigating environmental laws (CERCLA, CWA, CAA, RCRA, TSCA), advising clients on regulatory developments, and supporting cross-office collaboration with experts.