Environmental Attorney

Toxic Tort/Environmental Associate Attorney

• Practice Areaერბ> Environmental Litigation and Mass Tort

• Location Washington, D.C.

• Schedule Onsite or Hybrid per firm policy; full-time with standard AmLaw 20 billable requirements (~2,000+ annually)

• Salary Estimated base range of $215,000 to $280,000 with annual bonuses typically $20,000 to $65,000+, depending on class year, performance, and firm results.

The Client

An AmLaw 20 firm with a nationally recognized environmental litigation practice representing Fortune 500 companies, industry coalitions, and government entities. The Washington, D.C. office handles high‑stakes litigation involving environmental regulations, mass tort claims, and půth complex compliance disputes.

Description

The role involves representing clients in federal and state litigation, administrative proceedings, and multi‑district litigation arising from environmental laws, chemical exposure claims, and large‑scale mass tort matters. You will draft pleadings, manage discovery, develop defense strategies, and work closely with technical experts. The position offers immediate courtroom exposure, involvement in cutting‑edge environmental law matters, and the chance to work alongside seasoned trial lawyers on matters of national importance.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school; DC Bar admission or eligibility required.

• Preferred class years: 2018–2022 (mid‑level) orsenior lateral).

• Experience in environmental litigation, mass tort defense, or regulatory matters.

• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.

• Ability to manage large caseloads with multiple stakeholders.

• Comfort working with scientific and technical subject matter.

• Trial or deposition experience preferred.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage individuals of all religions, nationalities, genders, sexualities, ideologies, creeds, beliefs or backgrounds who are qualified for the role to apply!

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