Environmental Associate - Texas Or Washington, DC
WASHINGTON, DCPosted 30+ days ago
Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Holland & Knight LLP
Job overview
The Environmental Associate role at Holland & Knight LLP involves handling a broad range of environmental legal issues, impacting corporate and real estate transactions, compliance, enforcement, and litigation within the firm.
Responsibilities and impact
The associate will manage environmental due diligence, risk mitigation, compliance with environmental laws, enforcement matters, climate disclosure, ESG issues, and litigation related to environmental statutes, supporting energy industry clients.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $235,000 to $310,000 annually depending on qualifications and experience, with no additional benefits explicitly mentioned.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have 2-4 years of environmental law experience, be admitted or eligible for the Texas or D.C. Bar, possess strong academic credentials, and have excellent research and writing skills; experience with energy industry clients and specific environmental laws is preferred.
Company information
Holland & Knight LLP is a law firm with offices in Texas and Washington, DC, focusing on environmental law among other practices.
Job location and travel
The position can be based in any of the three Texas offices (Austin, Dallas, Houston) or Washington, DC.
Application process
Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample for consideration.
Unique job features
The role involves working on diverse environmental legal matters including energy industry regulations and offshore oil and gas activities, offering a dynamic team environment.
Company overview
Holland & Knight LLP is a global law firm providing comprehensive legal services across various practice areas, including litigation, corporate law, intellectual property, and real estate. The firm generates revenue through client fees for legal representation, advisory services, and transactional work. Founded in 1968 through the merger of two Florida-based firms, Holland & Knight has grown significantly, establishing offices worldwide and earning a reputation for its commitment to client service and community involvement.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your 2-4 years of environmental law experience, especially focusing on environmental due diligence, risk mitigation in corporate and real estate transactions, and compliance with statutes like RCRA, CERCLA, CAA, CWA, TSCA, and FIFRA.
Emphasize any experience advising energy industry clients, including oil and gas, renewable energy, and transitional energy sectors, as well as familiarity with OCSLA and offshore oil and gas activities if applicable.
Apply through multiple platforms such as Holland & Knight LLP's official corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and relevant legal job boards to maximize your application’s exposure.
Connect with associates or partners in Holland & Knight’s environmental or energy law divisions on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent firm environmental cases, asking about their experience with climate disclosure or ESG initiatives, or inquiring about the firm’s culture in Texas or DC offices.
Optimize your resume for ATS by integrating keywords from the job description such as 'environmental due diligence,' 'risk mitigation,' 'CERCLA,' 'CAA,' 'ESG,' 'litigation,' and 'energy industry advisory' to ensure your resume passes initial automated screenings.
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