Environmental & Land Use – Associate

Associate – Environmental & Land Use
Location: Atlanta, GA

A leading AmLaw 50 international law firm is seeking an Associate with 2-5 years of experience in Environmental & Land Use. The role focuses on environmental regulatory defense and involves significant legal writing, including drafting briefs and motions.

Candidate Profile:

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• 2-5 years of relevant legal experience in environmental law, with a specific focus on regulatory defense.
• Experience with drafting legal documents such as briefs and motions.
• Judicial clerkship experience is considered a strong asset.
• Exceptional writing skills and interpersonal skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal support in environmental and land use cases.
• Engage in the drafting and review of legal documents and support litigation efforts.
• Collaborate with a team of attorneys in high-stakes environmental cases.

Why Join?

• Join a prestigious and high-ranking international law firm with a solid reputation in environmental and land use law.
• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) plan, personal medical and parental leave, paid holidays, dependent care, elder care, concierge services, financial and physical well-being, and personal health advocacy programs, and various corporate discounts.
• Opportunities for professional development in a collaborative and dynamic environment.
• Merit based bonuses. 
• Alternative work arrangements, flexible time off and career options to balance the demands of family and career

Application Requirements:

• Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and a writing sample.