Environmental Partner

Job Title: Environmental Law Partner (On Behalf of a Law Firm)

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm based in Miami, FL is seeking a dedicated and experienced Environmental Law Partner. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6 years of experience in handling environmental transactional, regulatory compliance, and permitting matters. This role involves providing expert legal advice, managing complex environmental projects, and leading regulatory cases. This is a great opportunity for a senior attorney looking to join a well-established legal practice.

Duties:

• Lead and manage environmental regulatory and compliance matters.
• Provide legal support for environmental transactions, including due diligence and environmental liability assessments.
• Handle permitting processes related to wetlands, coastal development, air quality, and hazardous materials contamination.
• Advise on complex land use projects and environmental assessments.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations.
• Represent clients in environmental enforcement cases before federal, state, and local agencies.
• Provide leadership on policy matters and strategic planning related to environmental law.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in environmental law, particularly in transactional, compliance, and regulatory issues.
• Proven track record in environmental permitting, assessment, and liability.
• Extensive experience in managing complex land use and hazardous materials contamination cases.
• Familiarity with wetlands and coastal permitting procedures.
• Strong knowledge of air quality regulations and hazardous materials laws.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active Bar membership in good standing.

Certifications:

• Bar membership in Florida or eligibility to obtain membership.
• Specialized certifications in environmental law or regulatory compliance are a plus.

Skills:

• Exceptional legal research and analytical skills.
• Strong leadership and project management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple high-stakes projects.
• Collaborative mindset with strong negotiation and advocacy skills.

Job Location:

• Miami, FL

This is a Florida-based business law firm. Its attorney team members are organized into four practice teams: the Administrative Law team, the Business Reorganization team, the Dispute Resolution team, and the Transaction team.