Advocates Legal Recruiting
Associate - Environmental and Mass Tort Litigation
Advocates Legal Recruiting, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Environmental Litigation & Mass Tort Associate | Washington, DC
Our AmLaw 100 client is growing its DC environmental and mass tort bench. This group handles high-visibility federal matters, partner-led teams, and steady client contact. The work is technical, fast-moving, and strategic.
Role Summary
Litigate environmental and related mass tort matters in federal forums
Support and lead on investigations, enforcement, and defense strategy
Analyze dense regulatory schemes and agency guidance; translate findings into case strategy and client-ready work product
Draft motions, briefs, and agency submissions; manage discovery and experts
Interact directly with clients and cross-office teams from day one
Candidate Profile
JD class years 2018–2022
Experience in federal environmental litigation; civil enforcement background preferred
Government-side enforcement experience or familiarity with DOJ/agency enforcement approaches
Strong grasp of environmental and administrative law concepts
Exceptional research and writing; disciplined project ownership with minimal supervision
Why This Role
Platform: National AmLaw 100 firm with a recognized environmental dispute practice and a steady pipeline of federal matters
Training & Access: Hands-on work with partners who try cases and resolve agency actions; meaningful client exposure early
Scope: Mix of enforcement, complex litigation, and technical regulatory issues that sharpen trial and counseling skills
Trajectory: Clear path to take ownership of files and develop niche expertise within a high-demand practice area
Compensation & Benefits
Annual base range: $260,000 to $420,000, plus discretionary performance bonus
Comprehensive benefits: medical, retirement, paid time off (including sick and vacation), parental leave, basic life, and FSAs
Location: Washington, DC
Confidential Inquiry Your background will not be shared without your permission.
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Role Summary
Litigate environmental and related mass tort matters in federal forums
Support and lead on investigations, enforcement, and defense strategy
Analyze dense regulatory schemes and agency guidance; translate findings into case strategy and client-ready work product
Draft motions, briefs, and agency submissions; manage discovery and experts
Interact directly with clients and cross-office teams from day one
Candidate Profile
JD class years 2018–2022
Experience in federal environmental litigation; civil enforcement background preferred
Government-side enforcement experience or familiarity with DOJ/agency enforcement approaches
Strong grasp of environmental and administrative law concepts
Exceptional research and writing; disciplined project ownership with minimal supervision
Why This Role
Platform: National AmLaw 100 firm with a recognized environmental dispute practice and a steady pipeline of federal matters
Training & Access: Hands-on work with partners who try cases and resolve agency actions; meaningful client exposure early
Scope: Mix of enforcement, complex litigation, and technical regulatory issues that sharpen trial and counseling skills
Trajectory: Clear path to take ownership of files and develop niche expertise within a high-demand practice area
Compensation & Benefits
Annual base range: $260,000 to $420,000, plus discretionary performance bonus
Comprehensive benefits: medical, retirement, paid time off (including sick and vacation), parental leave, basic life, and FSAs
Location: Washington, DC
Confidential Inquiry Your background will not be shared without your permission.
Click below to SCHEDULE A CALL or use the "I'm Interested" button to send us your information confidentially:
#J-18808-Ljbffr