Mid-level Environmental And Natural Resources Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm based in Seattle, WA, is seeking a Mid-level Environmental and Natural Resources Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in environmental law and a strong background in handling issues related to soil and groundwater contamination, water quality, air quality, and climate change. The attorney will support senior attorneys and handle various litigation and compliance matters.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis on environmental and natural resources issues.
• Perform preliminary case investigations and evaluations.
• Participate in environmental litigation, including drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions.
• Guide on compliance issues and regulatory requirements related to environmental laws.
• Conduct due diligence for real estate transactions involving environmental concerns.
• Support senior attorneys in preparing cases and legal strategies.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of experience with environmental and natural resources issues, including familiarity with statutes, regulations, and common law related to soil and groundwater contamination, water quality, air quality, and climate change.
• Membership in the Washington State Bar is required.
• A California State Bar license is a plus.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in the Washington State Bar.
• A California State Bar license is preferred.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, and motions.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and tasks efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Job Location:

• Seattle, WA

This firm has been a power player in the Pacific Northwest for a long time. While this firm practices in numerous areas, its strongest areas are in the corporate context where it does truly exceptional work. Their clients are a diverse group of domestic and international corporations, government entities, and non-profit organizations. This firm is a lifestyle type of firm in many respects and wants its associates to have lives outside of the law. An additional aspect of this firm is that it is consistently able to attract and retain candidates who are the cream of the crop. The firm takes its recruiting very seriously and truly makes a major effort to make the associates who join the firm feel welcome as members of the firm. The firm's training is also very solid. Attorneys are encouraged to get involved in numerous outside activities and appear to do so on a regular and ongoing basis.