Sr. Environmental Attorney
Company: Direct Counsel
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Sr. Environmental Attorney
Location : California Offices (Century City, Downtown LA, Orange
County, San Diego, San Francisco) Practice Area : Environmental and
Natural Resources Direct Counsel is seeking a Sr. Environmental
Attorney with 7 to 10 years of experience to join a prestigious Am
Law 200 firm’s Environmental and Natural Resources practice in
their California offices. This is an excellent opportunity for a
highly skilled attorney to work with a supportive, collaborative
team in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. The firm is
known for advising clients on complex environmental regulatory
matters and enforcement issues, particularly those arising under
federal and California-specific environmental laws. Key
Responsibilities : Provide legal counsel to clients on a wide array
of environmental regulatory matters , including compliance and
enforcement under CERCLA, RCRA, the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water
Act , and other related California statutes . Lead and manage
environmental due diligence for a variety of real estate and
transactional matters, including complex investigations and
assessments of contaminated properties. Guide clients through the
sale or purchase of potentially contaminated properties , ensuring
compliance with all regulatory requirements and minimizing
potential legal risks. Advise clients on environmental risks
associated with land use, development projects, and real estate
transactions. Represent clients in environmental disputes ,
including regulatory enforcement actions , and provide litigation
support related to environmental matters. Manage multiple complex
matters simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to
detail and a high standard of client service. Collaborate with a
team of attorneys to support the firm’s practice, mentoring junior
associates and contributing to the continued development of the
environmental practice group. Qualifications : 7 to 10 years of
experience practicing environmental law, with significant
experience advising clients on regulatory compliance and
enforcement actions related to environmental laws. Expertise in
handling environmental due diligence , site investigation , and
transactions involving potentially contaminated properties.
Experience advising on environmental matters relating to federal
and California-specific environmental regulations , including
CERCLA , RCRA , the Clean Air Act , and the Clean Water Act .
Strong analytical , research , writing , and communication skills,
with the ability to provide clear and practical legal advice.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative
team , supporting a wide range of clients from developers to
corporate entities. Demonstrated leadership and the ability to
manage significant projects and client relationships. A high level
of academic achievement from a top law school. Admission to the
State Bar of California is required. This position offers the
opportunity to work in a collaborative and entrepreneurial
environment , handling cutting-edge environmental matters for
clients across diverse industries, including real estate, energy,
and manufacturing. The firm offers a competitive salary and
benefits package, as well as excellent opportunities for
professional development and career advancement. The anticipated
base salary range for this full-time role is $315,000 to $345,000
per year, with actual salary dependent on factors such as relevant
experience, job-related skills, and qualifications.
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