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Associate - Environmental and Mass Tort Litigation

Advocates Legal Recruiting
Posted 2 months ago, valid for 25 days
Location

Washington, DC 20544, US

Salary

$260,000 - $420,000 per year

Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off

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  • The Environmental Litigation & Mass Tort Associate position is based in Washington, DC, with an AmLaw 100 firm expanding its environmental and mass tort practice.
  • Candidates should have a JD from the class years 2018 to 2022 and experience in federal environmental litigation, with a preference for civil enforcement backgrounds.
  • The role involves litigating environmental matters, supporting investigations, drafting legal documents, and managing client interactions from the outset.
  • Compensation for this position ranges from $260,000 to $420,000 annually, along with a discretionary performance bonus and comprehensive benefits.
  • The firm offers a clear trajectory for career development within a high-demand practice area, providing hands-on training and meaningful client exposure.


Environmental Litigation & Mass Tort Associate | Washington, DC

Our AmLaw 100 client is growing its DC environmental and mass tort bench. This group handles high-visibility federal matters, partner-led teams, and steady client contact. The work is technical, fast-moving, and strategic.
Role Summary
• Litigate environmental and related mass tort matters in federal forums
• Support and lead on investigations, enforcement, and defense strategy
• Analyze dense regulatory schemes and agency guidance; translate findings into case strategy and client-ready work product
• Draft motions, briefs, and agency submissions; manage discovery and experts
• Interact directly with clients and cross-office teams from day one
Candidate Profile
• JD class years 2018–2022
• Experience in federal environmental litigation; civil enforcement background preferred
• Government-side enforcement experience or familiarity with DOJ/agency enforcement approaches
• Strong grasp of environmental and administrative law concepts
• Exceptional research and writing; disciplined project ownership with minimal supervision
Why This Role
• Platform: National AmLaw 100 firm with a recognized environmental dispute practice and a steady pipeline of federal matters
• Training & Access: Hands-on work with partners who try cases and resolve agency actions; meaningful client exposure early
• Scope: Mix of enforcement, complex litigation, and technical regulatory issues that sharpen trial and counseling skills
• Trajectory: Clear path to take ownership of files and develop niche expertise within a high-demand practice area
Compensation & Benefits
• Annual base range: $260,000 to $420,000, plus discretionary performance bonus
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, retirement, paid time off (including sick and vacation), parental leave, basic life, and FSAs
• Location: Washington, DC
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