Associate Attorney - Enviromental - NJ

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Law Associate to join our Environmental Group in Princeton. This role offers the opportunity to advise clients across industries on complex regulatory matters, represent clients before major regulatory agencies, and contribute to the continued growth of a well-established environmental practice.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on environmental permitting and regulatory compliance at the federal, state, and local levels
• Represent clients before the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
• Counsel clients on site remediation, brownfield redevelopment, and land use matters
• Provide environmental support in transactional matters including due diligence and risk assessment
• Assist with or lead environmental litigation and enforcement matters
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to develop practical, business-oriented solutions

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Admission to the New Jersey Bar required; New York Bar admission a plus
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in environmental law with a focus on permitting and compliance
• Demonstrated experience with site remediation, brownfields, and environmental due diligence
• Experience representing clients before NJDEP, EPA, and/or the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulatory frameworks related to air, water, and waste
• Litigation experience in environmental matters a plus
• Prior experience in the Office of the Attorney General and/or judicial clerkship preferred

Benefits

• Billable hour incentive program
• 20 vacation days, 1 personal day, unlimited sick time
• 11 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage (firm-funded HRA included)
• 401(k) match
• Bar registration fees and CLE (PLI) covered by the firm
• Client referral bonus