Environmental Attorney

Job Overview:

A leading law firm is seeking an experienced Environmental Attorney with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience to join its Environmental, Regulatory & Administrative Law practice group. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental law, administrative litigation, transactional matters, and regulatory compliance. This position offers an opportunity to work on sophisticated legal issues at the regional, national, and international levels.

Location:

• Raleigh, NC

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel on a broad range of environmental and administrative litigation, regulatory compliance, and transactional matters
• Represent clients in environmental litigation cases, including regulatory disputes and compliance issues
• Advise on environmental impact assessments, permitting processes, and remediation strategies
• Assist clients with regulatory matters involving environmental agencies at the state and federal levels
• Work on transactional matters involving environmental risk assessments and liability management
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on complex legal matters
• Handle broader multi-faceted cases that may include land use, construction, energy, and municipal law

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in environmental law
• Strong background in litigation, regulatory compliance, and transactional matters
• Ability to manage complex legal issues independently and as part of a team
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ambition, initiative, and a client-focused approach

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the North Carolina State Bar (or ability to waive in)

Skills:

• Expertise in environmental law, including regulatory and litigation matters
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities
• Ability to manage time effectively and handle a diverse caseload
• Familiarity with complementary areas such as land use, construction, or energy law is a plus
• Exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and collegial office environment
• Involvement in sophisticated legal matters with regional, national, and international implications

Area of concentration is entrepreneurial law. The main law office is headquartered in North Carolina. The law firm staffs sixty-seven proficient attorneys and a team of competent paralegals. There are four primary areas of practice. Disciplines consist of corporate, litigation, commercial real estate and wealth preservation. The firm has received many accolades throughout the years. Community service and pro-bono work are supported at the law practice.