Environmental and Land Use Associate Attorney

A law firm located in Atlanta, GA, is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Environmental and Land Use Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in environmental regulatory defense and a strong background in drafting briefs and motions. Judicial clerkship experience is a plus. The role requires excellent writing skills, a solid work history, strong academic credentials, and exceptional interpersonal skills.

Duties:

• Represent clients in environmental regulatory defense and land use matters.
• Draft, review, and file legal briefs, motions, and other documents related to environmental and land use issues.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on regulatory and compliance matters.
• Assist in the development and implementation of legal strategies for environmental and land use cases.
• Participate in negotiations and discussions with regulatory agencies, clients, and opposing counsel.
• Provide legal advice and counsel on environmental regulations, compliance, and land use planning.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and partners to manage case progress and client relationships.
• Stay updated on changes in environmental laws, regulations, and industry practices.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• 2-5 years of experience in environmental regulatory defense and land use law.
• Experience with drafting legal briefs and motions.
• Judicial clerkship experience is a plus.
• Excellent writing skills, work experience, and academic credentials.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar of Georgia.

Skills:

• Advanced legal research and writing skills.
• Proficiency in drafting and reviewing legal documents.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations and land use law.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple tasks effectively.

The sizable Georgia based law office is ideally located in Midtown. The law practice takes up ten floors. There are more than four-hundred professional attorneys staffed at the legal practice. They represent clients in all of the firm's practice areas. Some of the disciplines consist of corporate-finance, intellectual property, litigation, and legislative-public policy.