Environmental, Energy, Mining and Transportation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm is seeking a seasoned Environmental and Energy Attorney with expertise in regulatory counseling and litigation. The successful candidate will engage in challenging and impactful work, collaborating with clients in sectors like manufacturing, transportation, and mining. This role is based in Washington, D.C., with a hybrid work option.

Location

• Washington, D.C.

Duties

• Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs for regulatory and litigation cases.
• Handle e-discovery processes and factual investigation.
• Advise on major federal statutes, including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, RCRA, and CERCLA.
• Participate in rulemaking processes, permitting, and enforcement activities.
• Manage teams of attorneys in complex regulatory and litigation matters.
• Provide creative and strategic solutions to complex legal issues.
• Build relationships with clients and identify business opportunities in manufacturing, transportation, and mining industries.

Requirements

• Minimum of five years of experience in regulatory counseling or litigation focused on environmental or energy law.
• Experience working with federal regulatory agencies such as the Environmental Protection Agency or the U.S. Department of Justice.
• Strong oral advocacy, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to handle multiple complex tasks in a collaborative setting.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active bar license in the applicable jurisdiction or eligibility to waive in.

Skills

• Proficiency in drafting and reviewing legal documents.
• Expertise in administrative law processes.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex legal issues.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits

• Discretionary merit bonus based on performance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Firm-provided employee assistance and wellness programs.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Generous paid time off for various personal and professional reasons.
• Paid bar dues, bar association memberships, and CLE expenses.
• Work-life support programs, including backup childcare and service bonuses.

This firm is home to nearly 500 attorneys spread across 13 offices nationwide, an excellent size for associates and partners alike. The firm offers a full suite of practice areas and caters to businesses of many sizes and industries, with particularly strong litigation and corporate services. With a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, community involvement, and pro bono service, this is an excellent firm at which to work.