Environmental Litigation Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Litigation Associate Attorney – Complex Litigation & Environmental Matters (Mid-Level)

San Francisco, CA

Direct Counsel is seeking a Litigation Associate to join a premier law firm known for its high-stakes complex litigation and sophisticated regulatory work.

We are partnering with a top-tier firm to identify a mid-level associate (JD years 2020–2022) for their elite Litigation, Regulatory, Environmental, and Energy practice based in San Francisco. This group is engaged in some of the most cutting-edge work in the country, including :

High-profile litigation matters

Development of utility-scale renewable energy projects (solar, wind, battery)

Mixed-use real estate initiatives

Complex regulatory issues and enforcement defense

Support for corporate transactions

Ideal candidates will have :

2+ years of litigation experience at an Am Law firm

Excellent academic credentials

Strong research and writing skills

Exposure to environmental, energy, regulatory, or complex commercial litigation

A federal clerkship is preferred but not required

Compensation :

Annual base salary range of $260,000 to $365,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

This is a unique opportunity for a motivated associate to work on sophisticated matters at the intersection of litigation, regulatory, and environmental law, all while contributing to a nationally recognized practice.