Environmental Associate

Job Opportunity: Environmental Associate – Washington, DC

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking an Environmental Associate to join its highly ranked Environmental Law practice group in Washington, DC. This full-time, partnership-track position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on precedent-setting environmental matters in a collaborative and team-oriented environment.

About the Role

As an associate, you will:

• Advise clients on compliance with environmental regulations, permitting processes, and agency rulemaking.

• Handle enforcement defense and litigation related to environmental, natural resource, climate change, and sustainability issues.

• Collaborate with a diverse team on long-term projects involving established clients across industries such as energy, manufacturing, and real estate.

• Work on cutting-edge matters involving air quality regulation, climate change mitigation, environmental justice, and ESG initiatives.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• 1–3 years of experience (class of 2021–2023) with environmental law in areas such as compliance counseling, permitting, enforcement defense, or litigation.

• Strong academic credentials and excellent written and oral communication skills.

• A demonstrated interest in natural resource regulation, climate change mitigation, and sustainability.

• Active DC Bar membership (preferred but required within one year of joining).

Why Join Us?

This firm values collaboration and innovation while fostering professional growth through mentorship and training. Associates benefit from:

• Competitive salary ranging from $225,000 to $260,000 based on experience and qualifications.

• Comprehensive health benefits, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and wellness programs.

• Opportunities to work on precedent-setting legal matters that shape environmental law and policy.

The firm is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Applications are encouraged from women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

If you’re ready to advance your career by joining a team that values expertise, innovation, and collaboration, apply today!