Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Earthjustice
Job overview
The Associate Attorney at Earthjustice's Washington, D.C. office conducts legal advocacy and litigation focused on environmental issues, playing a key role in protecting public health and the environment.
Responsibilities and impact
The Associate Attorney will investigate, develop, and prosecute litigation and administrative appeals, collaborate with senior attorneys and clients, participate in court proceedings, and support diversity and inclusion efforts.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range in Washington, D.C. is $109,100 to $125,300, with a competitive compensation package including excellent benefits and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a Juris Doctorate, 1-5 years of post-law school legal experience, admission or eligibility for the D.C. Bar, excellent research and communication skills, and a commitment to public interest work.
Career development
The three-year Associate Attorney position offers opportunities for extension and advancement within Earthjustice or other public interest organizations, designed to develop advocacy skills.
Work environment and culture
Earthjustice fosters a mission-driven, diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment that values passion for justice and environmental protection.
Company information
Earthjustice is a leading environmental law organization founded in 1971, with a strong track record in environmental protection and multiple offices nationwide.
Team overview
The Associate Attorney will join the Washington, D.C. office, a regional center for litigation on national and Mid-Atlantic environmental issues, working with senior attorneys and professional staff.
Job location and travel
This hybrid position is based in the Washington, D.C. office and requires regular in-person attendance with some travel as needed.
Application process
Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, writing sample, and law school transcript via Jobvite by August 3, 2025, with rolling review thereafter; no phone calls or hard copies.
Unique job features
The role offers the chance to work on impactful environmental litigation and advocacy, including opportunities for oral and appellate advocacy and leadership in supervising law students.
Company overview
Earthjustice is a nonprofit public interest organization dedicated to environmental law. They provide legal representation to protect natural resources, safeguard public health, and promote clean energy. Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a rich history of litigating high-impact environmental cases and operates on donations and grants. Their work spans various environmental issues, including climate change, wildlife conservation, and pollution control, making them a pivotal player in the environmental advocacy landscape.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your legal experience in environmental law, litigation, and administrative advocacy, emphasizing your commitment to public interest and environmental justice.
Emphasize skills such as legal research, brief writing, oral advocacy, client engagement, and collaboration with senior attorneys, as these are central to the Associate Attorney role at Earthjustice.
Apply through multiple platforms including Earthjustice's official Jobvite portal and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and increase your chances of being noticed.
Connect with current Earthjustice attorneys or staff in the Washington D.C. regional office on LinkedIn; start conversations with ice breakers like commenting on recent Earthjustice cases or expressing your enthusiasm for their climate change litigation efforts.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'environmental litigation,' 'administrative appeals,' 'legal research,' 'client engagement,' and 'public interest law' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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