Senior Environmental Attorney

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Job Overview
A respected international law firm is seeking a highly skilled Senior Environmental Attorney to join its Environmental practice group. The position involves advising on regulatory compliance, permitting, site remediation, and risk management related to large-scale infrastructure, renewable energy, and power projects. This role is ideal for attorneys with strong experience in environmental law and a passion for advising clients on high-stakes, high-value transactions across the energy and infrastructure sectors, particularly in connection with project finance and M&A.

Location

• Denver, CO

Duties

• Counsel clients on federal and state environmental laws impacting energy and infrastructure development.
• Lead environmental permitting processes, including air, water, wetlands, UIC, and offshore facility permits.
• Manage environmental reviews under NEPA, CEQA, and similar state processes.
• Advise on remediation strategies under CERCLA, RCRA, and related state waste programs.
• Conduct due diligence and draft environmental provisions in project finance and M&A transactions.
• Coordinate with lenders, developers, and project finance teams on environmental risk mitigation.
• Interpret and assess third-party environmental reports such as Phase I/II ESAs and ecological assessments.
• Review title and survey documentation to identify environmental and land use restrictions.
• Provide legal guidance on ESA compliance, habitat conservation, and land use permitting.
• Advise on environmental implications of carbon markets, CCS, and energy transition technologies.
• Support clients involved in cross-border energy projects and international compliance matters.

Requirements

• 7 years of experience in environmental law and environmental defence.
• Demonstrated expertise with U.S. federal and state environmental regulatory programs.
• Substantial involvement in energy or infrastructure sectors.
• Experience handling complex permitting and environmental review processes.
• Familiarity with risk allocation in transactional contexts, including representations and indemnities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with legal, technical, and finance professionals.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills

• Deep knowledge of NEPA, CEQA, CERCLA, RCRA, UIC, ESA, and related laws.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in evaluating complex environmental documents and surveys.
• Practical understanding of land use laws and public utilities regulations.
• Ability to provide strategic guidance on evolving areas such as energy transition and carbon policy.
• Skilled in managing client relationships and navigating cross-disciplinary teams.

Benefits

• Fertility and family-forming benefits available to all full-time employees.
• $2,500 vacation award tied to billable performance thresholds.
• Wellness support including: Peloton app membership, Lyra Health services (8 free sessions annually), Spot Pet Insurance.
• Reimbursement for business development activities.
• Executive coaching for attorneys meeting specific benchmarks.
• 8 hours annually designated for pro bono or community service.
• $50,000 referral bonus for successful lateral attorney placements.
• Access to cutting-edge legal technology and innovation platforms.
• Comprehensive health and financial benefits, including: Three medical plans, Dental and vision coverage, Life and disability insurance, Flexible spending and health savings accounts, 401(k) plan with profit sharing.
• Minimum of 20 days PTO based on tenure and role.
• 14 weeks paid parental leave.
• 11 paid holidays annually.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306