Atlanta | Hybrid

Environmental Associate Attorney

AmLaw 100 Opportunity

Compensation

$235,000 – $345,000+

A premier national law firm is seeking an Environmental Associate Attorney to join its Atlanta office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising and representing clients on sophisticated environmental regulatory, enforcement, compliance, and litigation matters across a broad range of industries.

Ideal Background

• 3+ years of environmental law experience gained at a sophisticated law firm or government agency

• Experience advising clients regarding federal and state environmental laws and regulations, including matters involving air, water, and land

• Experience handling environmental compliance, regulatory counseling, enforcement actions, permitting, investigations, and environmental litigation

• Experience working with environmental agencies, including the EPA and state environmental regulatory agencies

• Experience counseling clients regarding environmental risk management, due diligence, remediation, permitting, and compliance programs

• Experience supporting the environmental aspects of corporate transactions, real estate transactions, or project development is preferred

• Strong legal research, drafting, analytical, and communication skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated matters while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Georgia bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Nationally recognized Environmental practice

✅ Sophisticated regulatory, enforcement, and compliance matters

✅ Opportunity to advise clients across a wide range of industries

✅ Significant client interaction and responsibility

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 100 environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

[email protected]
(216) 710-5174