Environmental, Safety & Health Associate

Squire Patton Boggs is currently seeking a highly motivated associate to join its national Environmental, Safety & Health practice in its Denver office.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with handling environmental regulatory, compliance, enforcement and transactional matters and all substantive areas of complex litigation.
• Provide high-level counsel to clients on federal and state environmental law and compliance issues.

Academic and Professional Qualifications

• U.S. Juris Doctor Degree
• Admitted to practice in a U.S. State Bar and be in good standing. Admission to the State Bar of your office location is expected if not currently admitted.
• Federal clerkship preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Qualified candidates will have at least 3 years of experience with environmental or energy law, including, compliance counseling or litigation, including litigation before state and federal courts and administrative tribunals, and/or transactional support.
• Excellent research, writing and verbal communications are required, as well as strong organizational and time management skills.
• Flexibility, composure and the ability to prioritize and handle urgent tasks and requests simultaneously with a high level of competence and accuracy.
• Ability to remain composed and professional under stressful circumstances.
• Sensitivity to ethical and confidentiality requirements.
• Active in formulating and recommending projects or alternative ways to complete projects that will benefit the case/client.

Application Process

Please apply online to be considered for this position. Resumes should be accompanied by an unofficial law school transcript and a writing sample.

We are not accepting third party submissions.

The salary range for this position is $220,000-$247,500 per year, depending on skills and experience. We offer comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, life, 401(k) and other benefits and we offer an exceptional group of people with whom you will practice and develop in your career.

About Squire Patton Boggs

With over 1,500 lawyers spanning more than 40 offices across four continents, the firm is renowned for its local connections and global influence, delivering comprehensive legal services across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. With expertise spanning all key sectors, the firm is also known for its preeminent public policy practice and deep-rooted relationships in Washington DC and Brussels.

Squire Patton Boggs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion or creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other condition protected by applicable law. This non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment.

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