Jr. Environmental Associate

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Beveridge & Diamond, P.C. seeks a candidate with one to three years of experience to join our Austin office.
The ideal candidate should have substantive experience handling matters arising under major federal and Texas environmental regulatory programs. Specific experience with the Texas Clean Air Act is a plus. A candidate with a strong interest in the position who may not currently have significant background in these areas should be committed to becoming well-versed in these areas. Candidates also will be expected to support the firm’s national environmental regulatory and litigation practices. Candidates should describe their experience in these areas.
All candidates should have a strong academic background, excellent written and oral communication skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and the desire to become a leader in matters involving challenging legal and environmental issues.
Candidates must have the following qualifications:
J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
Status as an active member of the Texas bar, or status as an active member in good standing of the bar in at least one state or the District of Columbia, and the ability to become admitted to the Texas bar.
Experience with, or demonstrated interest in major federal environmental statutes and comparable laws and regulations in Texas or Louisiana.
Strong analytical, research, writing, and oral communication skills.
Detail-oriented, strong organizational skills, the ability to work well under deadlines, and the ability to assume significant client responsibilities.
Creative and critical thinking skills.
Beveridge & Diamond has a premier national environmental practice, with more than 125 lawyers in seven U.S. offices. The firm helps clients around the world resolve critical environmental, natural resource, project development, and sustainability issues relating to their facilities, products, and operations. The firm is consistently recognized as a top-tier nationwide environmental practice by
Chambers USA Guide to the Legal Profession
, Legal 500
, and
U.S. News-Best Lawyers
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter, resume, transcript, and writing sample to Lindy Resh, Attorney Recruitment Manager, via the web application link
. Applicants only; no third-party solicitations.
In accordance with the laws of the jurisdictions in which this position may be filled, the base salary range for this position is $180,000 - $200,000 annually depending on qualifications and experience. The compensation for this position may also include a discretionary annual bonus and an hours-based bonus.
Beveridge & Diamond, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. All inquiries are handled confidentially.

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