Environmental Associate Attorney

Job Title:
Environmental Law Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A distinguished law firm located in Cincinnati, OH is currently seeking a legal professional to join its litigation team, focusing on environmental matters. This role offers an opportunity to work on a wide variety of regulatory, transactional, and dispute-related projects that involve major federal and state environmental frameworks. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of hands-on experience and a genuine interest in environmental legal issues, with a background that may include agency interactions, compliance strategy, and site remediation matters.

Duties:

• Assist clients in navigating complex environmental regulations and statutes

• Provide strategic guidance on matters involving air, water, and waste management laws

• Support environmental due diligence for real estate and corporate transactions

• Represent clients in proceedings involving environmental agencies and administrative bodies

• Draft and review legal documents related to environmental risk and compliance

• Participate in litigation and enforcement actions tied to environmental statutes

• Contribute to internal knowledge sharing on regulatory developments and case law

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of substantive experience in environmental law or a related legal area

• Familiarity with major environmental statutes including:

  • Clean Air Act

  • Clean Water Act

  • Resource Conservation and Recovery Act

  • Brownfield and remediation programs

• Strong legal research and writing skills

• Experience advising clients or participating in administrative hearings

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

• Ability to become licensed in Ohio if not already admitted

Skills:

• Strong analytical and interpretive skills for complex regulations

• Effective communication in both written and verbal formats

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to contribute to cross-disciplinary teams

• Proficiency in drafting, negotiation, and advocacy

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills

Job Location:

• Cincinnati, OH

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health coverage options including PPO and HSA plans with firm contributions

• Dental and vision insurance

• Life and disability insurance (short- and long-term)

• Generous paid time off and sick leave policies

• Various forms of parental leave

• Well-being resources and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution

• Objective and discretionary performance-based bonus opportunities

This large full-service firm has offices throughout Ohio and other states along the Eastern seaboard. Associates can expect ongoing training at the departmental level and a strong, viable mentoring program, along with quick responsibilities and client contact. It is not unusual for first- and second-year litigators to take and defend depositions. The firm culture is very collegial and informal, and associates seem more cooperative than competitive. Compensation is competitive with that of other major firms in comparable metropolitan areas. In addition, associates are eligible to participate in the firm's profit-sharing plan after they complete two years of eligibility service with the firm. A recent infusion of capital and attorneys has caused substantial growth and promises future expansion.