Our AmLaw 20 client is seeking an Environmental Associate for their New York office.
You will need 3 years of experience, with prior law firm or agency experience. A background in environmental law is required, with level-appropriate experience in key environmental statutes and regulations, including TSCA, FIFRA, CAA, CWA, CERCLA, RCRA, and analogous state laws and common law.
Concentrated experience in environmental litigation, defense of enforcement actions, and regulatory compliance is essential.
Familiarity with working with the EPA, NOAA, Fish and Wildlife, the DOI, and state agencies is preferred. Experience advising clients on business decisions relating to emerging environmental issues, regulatory requirements, liability exposure, and public relations matters is also beneficial. Additionally, experience negotiating agreements on compliance, cost recovery, NRDA, and redevelopment matters is a plus.
Familiarity with reviewing the technical aspects of environmental operations, sediment-based contamination, and remediation, as well as experience working with environmental consultants, is advantageous.
Compensation: $310,000 - $390,000
Bonus: Sign-on bonus and yearly bonus
Benefits: Full benefits
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