Experienced Attorney Environmental & Commercial Real Estate

Location: All NY and CT offices (Hybrid opportunity)Description: Harris Beach Murtha seeks a highly experienced commercial real estate and environmental attorney - ideally with substantial experience leading permitting and entitlements for complex development projects - to join our firm as a Partner or Senior Counsel in our Environmental and Commercial Real Estate Practice experience in traditional transactional real estate is valuable and preferred it is not required. Candidates with strong backgrounds in environmental permitting regulatory compliance and large-scale project development are encouraged to Attorney will have the opportunity to:Environmental Permitting & Large-Scale Project Development (Enhanced Focus)Lead and manage permitting and entitlement processes for major infrastructure and development projects including:Utility installations and transmission/distribution infrastructureEnergy and renewable energy facilitiesManufacturing and industrial facilitiesMunicipal and State Agency facilities and public infrastructure projectsInterface directly with regulatory agencies to obtain federal state and local approvalsGuide clients through environmental review frameworks (SEQRA/NEPA) and land-use zoning and municipal approval processesSupport project teams in navigating wetlands water air wildlife cultural resources historic preservation and coastal zone permittingCoordinate with engineers environmental consultants planners and municipal officials to advance large project timelinesDevelop permitting strategies that enhance project viability bankability and regulatory defensibilityAdvise on compliance with CERCLA CAA RCRA ESA UIC ECL and other environmental regulatory regimesEvaluate environmental constraints on sites analyze risk and support mitigation strategies including Brownfields redevelopmentRepresent clients in environmental permitting enforcement actions administrative proceedings and regulatory compliance mattersProvide guidance on emerging policy areas such as NYC Local Law 97 CLCPA mandates carbon management CCS projects and energy transition initiatives(Optional) Commercial Real Estate Transactional WorkCandidates with experience in traditional real estate transactions may also:Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements letters of intent deeds and related commercial real estate documentationReview due diligence including title survey environmental reports and financing contingenciesCoordinate title commitments UCC/judgment searches and closing workflowsManage pre- and post-closing matters recording/filing processes and communications with lenders and counterpartiesReview and negotiate commercial leases and leasing documentation as neededSupport development agreements draw approvals and developer payment processesApplications are encouraged and desired if you have:8 years of U.S. environmental law experience with strong involvement in permitting and regulatory compliance for large-scale development projects (Commercial real estate experience is a plus but not required)Juris Doctorate from ABA-accredited law schoolAdmission to New York bar (or ability to waive in) requiredAdmission to Connecticut or Massachusetts (or ability to waive in) preferred Demonstrated experience coordinating with regulatory agencies and multidisciplinary project teamsStrong understanding of environmental risk permitting strategies and legal frameworks affecting project development and financeIn-depth knowledge of NEPA CEQA CERCLA RCRA UIC ESA SEQRA and relevant permitting regulationsExperience supporting energy infrastructure industrial or municipal projects from planning through implementationAbility to assess complex environmental reports and technical dataFamiliarity with carbon-related regulatory frameworks and environmental considerations in large infrastructure projects (domestic or international)Excellent communication skills and a commitment to outstanding client serviceAbility to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced team-oriented environmentCorporate experience desirableMilitary experience welcomeSalary information below will vary depending upon relevant experience for the position book of business and geographic locations. This role also offers an opportunity for performance-based bonus Buffalo Ithaca Rochester Syracuse NY:$160000 - $250000Long Island (Uniondale) and White Plains NY:$170000 - $250000New York NY:$180000 - $250000Harris Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied background and skills including military experience. Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.#LI-Hybrid