Government and Water Law Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Los Angeles seeks an associate with 2-5 years of public agency and environmental law experience, focusing on water-related matters. You will work with a partner on diverse legal matters including transactions, advice, and litigation in a collaborative environment.

The role requires a JD and active California State Bar membership, with opportunities for hybrid work and growth within the firm.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of relevant legal experience.
• Experience in public agency or environmental law preferred.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a partner on water rights and Clean Water Act cases.
• Engage in CEQA and Brown Act compliance matters.
• Assist with eminent domain, public finance, and government procurement projects.
• Support real estate and legislative drafting tasks.
• Handle infrastructure and government-related litigation.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate with 2-5 years of experience in public agency and/or environmental law, particularly in water law, to join their Los Angeles, CA office. The role involves working with a partner on diverse legal matters, including transactions, advice and counsel, and litigation.

Duties

• Collaborate on water rights and Clean Water Act cases.
• Engage in CEQA and Brown Act compliance matters.
• Assist with eminent domain and public finance projects.
• Participate in infrastructure and government procurement cases.
• Contribute to construction and prevailing wage issues.
• Support real estate and legislative drafting tasks.
• Handle Government Claims Act-related matters.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of relevant legal experience.
• Experience in public agency or environmental law preferred.
• Prior work at a government agency or in communications is a plus.
• Strong teamwork and positive attitude.
• Humility and a sense of humor.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

Active membership in the California State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Opportunity for remote work in a hybrid model.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.