Junior Environmental Associate

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Job Overview

A respected Michigan-based law firm is seeking a junior-level Environmental Associate to join its Real Estate and Environmental Services team. This position offers a strong foundation in diverse areas of environmental law within a collaborative and growth-focused environment. The role provides direct access to clients, hands-on experience across multiple legal disciplines, and a structured path toward career advancement.

Location

• Ann Arbor, MI

Duties

• Advise clients on compliance with environmental regulations, including:

  • Site remediation

  • Waste management

  • Air emissions

  • Wastewater discharges

  • Chemical regulation

• Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda

• Support environmental litigation

• Assist with transactional due diligence in real estate or corporate matters

• Engage with government agencies regarding permitting and compliance issues

Requirements

• 1–3 years of legal experience with exposure to at least one of the following areas:

  • Environmental regulatory law

  • Environmental litigation

  • Environmental policy

  • Environmental aspects of transactions

• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills

• Admission to practice law in the state of Michigan (required)

• Must indicate preferred office location in the cover letter

Education

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

Certifications

• Active membership in the Michigan State Bar

Skills

• Legal research and writing

• Analytical problem-solving

• Interpersonal communication with clients and regulatory bodies

• Attention to detail in reviewing environmental statutes, permits, and documentation

• Team collaboration in a multidisciplinary legal setting

Benefits

• Realistic path to partnership

• Multiple mentorship opportunities (junior and senior levels)

• Direct client interaction from early stages

• Competitive billable hour expectations

• Structured professional and practice development programs

• Inclusive and dynamic firm culture

Company info

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