Environmental Associate Attorney (3+ Yrs Exp)
- $175,000 - $275,000
- Hartford, CT
Flexible Hybrid Schedule - Work / Life Balance - Manageable Billables
A bit about us:
We are a full-service law firm committed to providing exceptional legal services across a broad spectrum of industries. Our team is composed of skilled attorneys and professionals who work together to solve complex challenges. We offer a wide range of legal services, from corporate and real estate law to litigation and regulatory matters. We take pride in fostering a collaborative environment that supports both client success and personal growth.
Why join us?
We offer a culture that promotes both professional and personal development, ensuring that each team member has the opportunity to thrive. We believe in giving our people meaningful work that allows them to make an impact in their fields. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, and we value innovation and creative problem-solving. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that every voice is heard and respected, fostering a positive and empowering workplace.
Job Details
A well-established law firm in Hartford, Connecticut is seeking a talented and motivated Environmental Associate Attorney with at least 3 years of experience to join its growing team. This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of environmental transactional and regulatory matters for a sophisticated client base, including real estate developers, manufacturers, energy companies, and other corporate clients.
Key Responsibilities:
Advise clients on compliance with federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations, including the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, RCRA, TSCA, and CERCLA.
Conduct environmental due diligence in connection with mergers, acquisitions, financings, and real estate transactions.
Assist in drafting and negotiating environmental provisions in purchase agreements, leases, and other commercial contracts.
Support clients in environmental permitting, site remediation, and brownfield redevelopment.
Communicate with environmental consultants, engineers, and regulators on permitting and compliance issues.
Stay current on evolving environmental regulations and agency guidance at the federal and state level.
Qualifications:
J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the Connecticut Bar (or ability to waive in).
Minimum of 3 years of environmental law experience, preferably at a mid-sized or large law firm.
Demonstrated experience in environmental compliance, regulatory counseling, and transactional due diligence.
Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively with attorneys across practice areas.
Key Responsibilities:
Advise clients on compliance with federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations, including the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, RCRA, TSCA, and CERCLA.
Conduct environmental due diligence in connection with mergers, acquisitions, financings, and real estate transactions.
Assist in drafting and negotiating environmental provisions in purchase agreements, leases, and other commercial contracts.
Support clients in environmental permitting, site remediation, and brownfield redevelopment.
Communicate with environmental consultants, engineers, and regulators on permitting and compliance issues.
Stay current on evolving environmental regulations and agency guidance at the federal and state level.
Qualifications:
J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the Connecticut Bar (or ability to waive in).
Minimum of 3 years of environmental law experience, preferably at a mid-sized or large law firm.
Demonstrated experience in environmental compliance, regulatory counseling, and transactional due diligence.
Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively with attorneys across practice areas.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.