Environmental & Land Use Senior Associate Attorney (DC)

Washington, AR - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 365000 - 420000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

SENIOR ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY ENVIRONMENTAL & LAND USE

Location: Washington DC

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A prominentinternationalAmLaw 50law firmis seeking a talentedSenior Associate Attorney to join their nationally recognized Environmental & Land Use Practice Group in Washington DC. This position offers the opportunity to advise leading corporations and institutions on complex environmental compliance enforcement and remediation matters under federal and state laws.

Candidate Profile

JDfrom atop-tier law schoolwithexcellent academic credentials
Active Bar Admissionin theDistrict of Columbia in good standing
57 years of substantive experience in environmental regulatory compliance and enforcement matters
Deep familiarity with the Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
Experience with hazardous solid medical pharmaceutical and/or controlled substance waste issues is preferred
Soft skills: Exceptional legal writing analytical and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple complex matters in a fast-paced environment

Key Responsibilities

Advise clients on compliance with major federal and state environmental statutes including CERCLA and RCRA
Represent clients in environmental enforcement proceedings and negotiations with regulatory agencies
Counsel clients on environmental aspects of transactions due diligence and risk management
Draft and review environmental reports submissions and compliance documents
Collaborate with internal and external teams including technical consultants and environmental engineers to develop strategic solutions to complex issues
Support environmental litigation and administrative proceedings as needed

Why Join Us

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a highly respected Environmental & Land Use team within a leading international firm known for its deep bench of regulatory expertise. Attorneys in this practice regularly advise clients across industries on cutting-edge environmental and sustainability matters from waste management and remediation to emerging compliance frameworks. The firm fosters a collaborative inclusive environment that prioritizes professional growth mentorship and meaningful client engagement. With access to high-profile regulatory matters and multidisciplinary resources youll have the platform to develop your practice and make a tangible impact on clients business and environmental strategies.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Salary: Includes an annual salary range of$365000-$420000 as determined by experience and market factors
Generous bonus structure
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical dental vision life and disability insurance 401(k) matching paid parental leave childcare support wellness programs and robust professional development resources. Attorneys also benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work environment and a culture that values work-life balance inclusivity and community engagement

Application Requirements

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Our client is anEqual Opportunity Employer.

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SENIOR ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY ENVIRONMENTAL & LAND USELocation: Washington DCHYBRIDA prominentinternationalAmLaw 50law firmis seeking a talentedSenior Associate Attorney to join their nationally recognized Environmental & Land Use Practice Group in Washington DC. This position offers the opportunity to...