Ocean Policy & Litigation Attorney (2.5-Year)

Conservation Law Foundation, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) seeks an attorney with 2–5 years of experience to join our Ocean Conservation team in protecting New England's environment for all people. The term‑limited role supports sustainable fisheries, marine mammal and biodiversity protection, and ocean planning with travel to regional offices, including Boston.

The position advances policy, litigation, and public engagement, with a focus on building cross‑organizational partnerships and contributing to CLF’s equity and

Qualifications

• A law degree and active bar membership in good standing in any state or the District of Columbia (New England state is preferred).
• At least 2 years of relevant experience practicing in ocean law and policy or other relevant area of law.
• A passion and commitment to the environment, public health, and/or social justice.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to put your analysis into writing that is easily understood.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to take initiative, solve problems, assess priorities, and manage a variety of activities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to developing new skills and responsibilities.
• Commitment to working collaboratively with a diverse group of colleagues and partners.
• Passion for CLF’s mission; and
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Devise and execute legal and policy strategies for achieving CLF’s advocacy goals related to sustainable fisheries, ocean habitat protection, marine mammal protection and ocean planning;
• Represent CLF in litigation and administrative proceedings;
• Comment on administrative rules, state and federal permits, and other state and federal agency actions;
• Advise community and advocacy groups on legal and policy matters;
• Coordinate with partner organizations to develop and advance a long-term ocean conservation initiative, including developing policy and legal strategies that protect marine biodiversity.
• Build alliances and coalitions among stakeholders that may include environmental organizations, ocean users, scientists, public officials, businesses, and others;
• Write public educational materials, articles, opinion pieces and communicate about advocacy work through news and social media outlets;
• Contribute to CLF’s strategic priorities and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and organizational excellence;
• Assist CLF’s Communications team in delivering advocacy news and key messages to the press, our members, and the public; and
• Prepare research reports, memos, and presentations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Education

J.D. or law degree

Job description

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) seeks an attorney with 2–5 years of experience to join our Ocean Conservation team in protecting New England's environment for all people. The term‑limited role supports sustainable fisheries, marine mammal and biodiversity protection, and ocean planning with travel to regional offices, including Boston.

The position advances policy, litigation, and public engagement, with a focus on building cross‑organizational partnerships and contributing to CLF’s equity and