Water Rights Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Aspen (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program

Unlimited PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a junior to mid-level Water Rights Attorney to join its Aspen, Colorado team. The ideal candidate will have experience in Colorado water rights, real estate, land use, and related environmental regulations.

The role involves advising clients, handling environmental litigation, project permitting, and conducting legal research. A JD from an accredited law school and admission to the Colorado Bar are required.

Qualifications

• 2–6 years of Colorado water rights law experience.
• Familiarity with state and federal environmental regulations.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on Colorado water rights and related matters.
• Handle environmental litigation, civil and administrative.
• Assist with project permitting and regulatory compliance.
• Draft legal documents and conduct thorough research.
• Collaborate with team on various projects.

Skills

Legal research tools

Oral communication

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Advocacy skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a junior to mid-level Water Rights Attorney to join its team in Aspen, Colorado. The ideal candidate will have experience in Colorado water rights and related real estate and land use laws, with additional expertise in environmental regulations and litigation.

Duties

• Advise clients on Colorado water rights and associated legal matters.
• Handle complex environmental litigation, both civil and administrative.
• Assist with project permitting and compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft legal documents.
• Collaborate with team members on various legal projects.

Requirements

• 2-6 years of experience in Colorado water rights law.
• Familiarity with state and federal environmental regulations.
• Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Admission to the Colorado Bar.

Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.

Benefits

• Robust wellness program and unlimited PTO.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Enhanced parental leave and family‑forming benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Opportunities for continuing legal education and professional development.