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Job description
Legal Counsel - Environmental & Mass Tort Practice
Our client, a global law firm with a forward-thinking, industry-focused strategy, is seeking an experienced Environmental Attorney with 8+ years of experience to join its Environmental & Mass Tort team. This role supports complex, high-profile, and high-value energy, infrastructure, and project development transactions, particularly those at the intersection of law, policy, and innovation, including energy transition projects and carbon markets.
The position is open to candidates in any U.S. office, with a preference for those with California or Texas experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Project & Facility Permitting:
Secure permits related to air, water, wetlands, UIC, and offshore facilities
Experience with utility-scale renewable energy and power development projects is highly valued
Manage NEPA and CEQA environmental reviews
Coordinate with consultants and regulatory agencies to align with development timelines
Contaminated Site Management:
Counsel on CERCLA, RCRA, and state waste and remediation programs
Focus on real estate and development risk mitigation
Support project finance and M&A transactions
Conduct diligence and negotiate environmental risk provisions in financing and purchase agreements
Draft compliance covenants, representations, warranties, and indemnities
Advise on permitting status, compliance assessments, and bankability risk mitigation
Work closely with project finance counsel, developers, and lenders
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience reviewing Phase I/II ESAs, wetlands delineations, biological assessments, cultural resource surveys
Familiarity with title and survey review as it relates to environmental conditions and use restrictions
Knowledge of land use law, Endangered Species Act, PUC processes, and habitat conservation planning
Experience in carbon capture and storage (CCS), carbon markets, and energy transition projects
Exposure to cross-border infrastructure projects and international environmental compliance
Why Join This Firm?
Vacation Award: $2,500 stipend for meeting billable thresholds
Wellness Perks: Free Peloton app membership, Lyra mental health support (8 sessions), Spot Pet Insurance
Hands-on experience with sector-specific and cross-border matters
Business Development Support: Reimbursement for relationship-building
Executive Coaching: Firm-sponsored coaching for lawyers with 250+ BD hours
Commitment to Innovation
Access to cutting-edge legal technology and client-focused solutions
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA)
401(k) savings plan and profit-sharing (if eligible)
Fertility and family-forming benefits
Minimum of 20 days PTO based on role and tenure
Paid parental leave (minimum of 14 weeks)
11 firm holidays annually
This is a unique opportunity for a senior environmental attorney to join a globally respected platform, work on industry-shaping projects, and grow within a firm that prioritizes innovation, diversity, and long-term career development.
To apply, please submit your resume.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Law Practice and Legal Services
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Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
Who can apply
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