Job Description
Toxic Tort/Environmental Associate Attorney
Practice Area Environmental Litigation and Mass Tort
Location: Washington, D.C.
Schedule: Onsite or Hybrid per firm policy; full-time with standard AmLaw 20 billable requirements (~2,000+ annually)
Salary: Estimated base range of $215,000 to $280,000 with annual bonuses typically $20,000 to $65,000+ , depending on class year, performance, and firm results.
The Client:
An Amlaw 20 firm with a nationally recognized environmental litigation practice representing Fortune 500 companies, industry coalitions, and government entities. The Washington, D.C. office handles high-stakes litigation involving environmental regulations, mass tort claims, and complex compliance disputes.
Description:
The role involves representing clients in federal and state litigation, administrative proceedings, and multi-district litigation arising from environmental laws, chemical exposure claims, and large-scale mass tort matters. You will draft pleadings, manage discovery, develop defense strategies, and work closely with technical experts. The position offers immediate courtroom exposure, involvement in cutting-edge environmental law matters, and the chance to work alongside seasoned trial lawyers on matters of national importance.
Qualifications:
JD from an accredited law school; DC Bar admission or eligibility required.
Preferred class years: 2018–2022 (mid-level) or 2015+ (senior lateral).
Experience in environmental litigation, mass tort defense, or regulatory matters.
Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
Ability to manage large caseloads with multiple stakeholders.
Comfort working with scientific and technical subject matter.
Trial or deposition experience preferred.
This job advertisement is a general announcement created to attract qualified candidates on behalf of our client. It is not a complete job description or an offer of employment. Salary and benefits details may vary and are not always disclosed. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage individuals of all religions, nationalities, genders, sexualities, ideologies, creeds, beliefs or backgrounds who are qualified for the role to apply!
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Immediate start,
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