Environmental Attorney

A law firm in Philadelphia is seeking an experienced Environmental Attorney with at least 5 years of experience to provide comprehensive legal counsel on a wide range of environmental matters. The candidate will engage directly with clients and collaborate with colleagues across offices and practice groups.Duties:Advise clients on environmental matters related to mergers and acquisitions, real estate transactions, tax credits, and financing.Handle permitting issues concerning stormwater, air, and water emissions.Provide legal counsel on risk mitigation strategies and compliance with federal, state, and local statutory and regulatory requirements.Address emerging contaminants and renewable energy projects.Assist clients with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance.Conduct legal research and analysis on environmental laws and standards, including CERCLA, NEPA, RCRA, TSCA, FIFRA, CWA, and CAA.Collaborate with colleagues and clients on transactional matters and environmental litigation.Experience with pollution legal liability insurance and prior defense sites preferred.Ability to bring portable business is preferred.Requirements:Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.Admission to the Bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.Minimum of 5 years of environmental law experience in the public and/or private sector.Familiarity with federal environmental laws and standards.Experience in transactional matters and environmental litigation.Strong writing and communication skills.Education:Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.Certifications:Admission to the Bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.Skills:Extensive knowledge of environmental laws and regulations.Experience advising clients on transactional matters and environmental compliance.Strong legal research and analytical skills.Excellent writing and communication abilities.Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients.Demonstrated success in environmental litigation is a plus.Business development skills and ability to bring portable business preferred.

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