Senior Environmental Litigation Counsel (Federal & NEPA)

Law Firms; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Law Firms in Seattle is seeking an experienced Environmental Litigation Associate to join its team. You will handle complex federal environmental litigation and advise on relevant statutes.

Ideal candidate has 4+ years of experience, strong researching and writing skills, and familiarity with NEPA, ESA, CWA, CAA, CERCLA. This role offers exposure to high-stakes environmental matters affecting businesses and public entities.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant litigation experience.
• Meaningful experience with environmental litigation.
• Experience with federal environmental statutes and implementing regulations.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Experience with NEPA, ESA, CWA, CAA, CERCLA.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex environmental litigation matters in federal court
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies
• Draft motions, briefs, pleadings and other litigation documents
• Assist with discovery and case preparation
• Participate in hearings, depositions and other litigation proceedings
• Advise and advocate regarding federal environmental statutes and implementing regulations

Skills

Environmental litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Litigation strategy

Tools

NEPA

ESA

CWA

CAA

CERCLA

Job description

Law Firms in Seattle is seeking an experienced Environmental Litigation Associate to join its team. You will handle complex federal environmental litigation and advise on relevant statutes.

Ideal candidate has 4+ years of experience, strong researching and writing skills, and familiarity with NEPA, ESA, CWA, CAA, CERCLA. This role offers exposure to high-stakes environmental matters affecting businesses and public entities.