Natural Resources Associate Attorney

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Job Title: Natural Resources Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm based in Denver, CO, is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Associate Attorney with a background in environmental and natural resources law. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a respected practice representing clients in litigation, transactional, and regulatory matters involving water rights, environmental quality, energy development, and land use. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive mindset, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to develop actionable legal strategies across a broad spectrum of natural resources issues.

Duties:

• Represent clients in regulatory, transactional, and litigation matters involving:

  • Water rights and water quality

  • Public lands, including BLM and USFS permitting

  • Hazardous waste contamination and enforcement

  • Air quality and Clean Air Act (CAA) compliance

  • Clean Water Act (CWA) issues

  • NEPA and ESA evaluations

• Assist in agency rulemakings, environmental permitting, and natural resource development projects

• Draft legal opinions, regulatory analyses, and compliance documentation

• Participate in litigation and administrative proceedings at the state and federal levels

• Conduct due diligence for infrastructure development, mining, oil & gas, and energy-related transactions

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including policy advisors, litigators, and corporate counsel

Requirements:

• 1-5 years of experience in a broad environmental or natural resources law practice

• Prior involvement with environmental statutes such as NEPA, ESA, CAA, CWA

• Experience with agency processes, permitting, or enforcement actions

• Familiarity with issues related to water rights, mining, oil & gas, or infrastructure development

• Demonstrated legal writing, research, and analysis skills

• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple complex assignments

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the Colorado Bar preferred (or eligibility for prompt admission)

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and drafting proficiency

• Strong verbal communication and persuasive argumentation

• Strategic problem-solving in regulatory or litigation contexts

• Capacity to interpret and apply complex statutory frameworks

• Collaborative team player with the ability to operate independently

• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality client service

Job Location:

• Denver, CO

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and life insurance

• Short-term and long-term disability plans

• Vision and other voluntary insurance options

• 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions

• Profit-sharing contributions

• Generous paid time off policies

• Performance-based bonus opportunities

Company info

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