Experienced Attorney - Environmental and Commercial Real Estate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly experienced attorney specializing in environmental and commercial real estate to join their team in New York, NY. This role offers a hybrid work opportunity across all NY and CT offices. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in permitting and entitlements for complex development projects.

Duties

• Lead and manage permitting and entitlement processes for major infrastructure and development projects.
• Interface with regulatory agencies to obtain necessary approvals.
• Guide clients through environmental review frameworks and approval processes.
• Coordinate with engineers, consultants, and officials to advance project timelines.
• Develop strategies to enhance project viability and regulatory defensibility.
• Advise on compliance with various environmental regulatory regimes.
• Evaluate environmental constraints and support mitigation strategies.
• Represent clients in permitting, enforcement actions, and compliance matters.
• Optional: Engage in commercial real estate transactional work.

Requirements

• 8+ years of U.S. environmental law experience with a focus on permitting and regulatory compliance.
• Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York bar (or ability to waive in) required.
• Admission to Connecticut or Massachusetts (or ability to waive in) preferred.
• Experience coordinating with regulatory agencies and project teams.
• Strong understanding of environmental risk and permitting strategies.
• Knowledge of NEPA, CEQA, CERCLA, RCRA, UIC, ESA, SEQRA, and relevant regulations.
• Experience with energy, infrastructure, industrial, or municipal projects.
• Ability to assess complex environmental reports and technical data.
• Familiarity with carbon-related regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication skills and commitment to client service.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

Education

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the New York bar (or ability to waive in).

Skills

• Strong leadership and project management abilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in environmental law and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits

• Hybrid work opportunity across NY and CT offices.
• Performance-based bonus eligibility.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306