Land Use and Environmental Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks a mid-level Land Use and Environmental Litigation Associate with 2-6 years of experience to join its Seattle team. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse client base, handling complex cases involving environmental, land use, and natural resources litigation. The ideal candidate will have litigation experience with a focus on environmental compliance, administrative actions, water rights, permitting, and regulatory issues, and be passionate about providing high-level client service.

Duties

• Represent clients in land use, environmental, and natural resource litigation in both state and federal court
• Manage discovery processes and appear in court on behalf of clients
• Draft and review legal documents, including motions, pleadings, and briefs
• Advise clients on regulatory matters, compliance, and enforcement actions
• Collaborate with attorneys across various offices, providing comprehensive client support
• Engage in pro bono and public service work as encouraged by the firm’s mission
• Participate in firm-wide diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in substantive land use and environmental litigation
• Court Experience: Proven experience managing discovery and making court appearances
• Skills: Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills, with a strong client-service approach

Education

• Degree: Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications

• Bar Admission: Active license to practice law

Skills

• Proficiency in handling complex litigation, from initial filing through resolution
• Strong research, drafting, and document management capabilities
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage substantial individual responsibilities
• Commitment to ethical client representation and a proactive approach to case management
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Commuter allowance
• Disability and life insurance
• Parental leave
• Billable credit hours for DEI and pro bono work
• Billable credit hours for associate training
• Annual bonus and production increase opportunities

Time for a change? Come up to the Pacific Northwest and really thrive within a diverse group of lawyers and a power pack of national and international clients. This is a long-established firm with an enthusiastic commitment to community endeavors. Here is a real opportunity for professional growth and civic satisfaction for highly qualified, motivated candidates. This is a powerful Pacific Northwest firm and offers associates working here the opportunity to participate in some of the more significant litigation and corporate work in the Pacific Northwest. They are well known for their strong real estate and land use practice, and many of the firm's attorneys who practice in these disciplines are considered recognized leaders in their fields. This firm also has an exceptional bankruptcy practice. This firm also has a diverse client base including large publicly traded corporations as well as closely held businesses and individuals. This firm is considered to have good management, and its management structure is fairly well integrated throughout the firm's offices.