Environmental Attorney Jobs An environmental attorney is a professional legally qualified to work for clients across the spectrum of industries, including, generators, transmission companies, owners and operators, public and private utilities, oil exploration and refining companies, international contractors, banks and governments. The type of cases involved, depends upon the clients of an attorney. An attorney representing state agency, may defend the actions taken by Government in enforcing hazardous waste management environmental regulations whereas, a lawyer representing a nonprofit interest group may work against an entity harming the environment.
Environmental attorneys have a law degree with Bar registration along with some coursework or experience in environmental issues. One can become an attorney after attending a law school for 3-4 years, if taking full class loads. At the end of the studies, a Juris Doctor (JD) degree or LLB (in Europe) is earned. Degree holders then take a written Bar exam for the state(s) or regions in which they plan to practice. Various environmental law courses are also available through which the lawyers gain additional specialty. Attorneys after working in sizable law firms can expect to work with contractors or procurers or join the legal departments of major international energy and infrastructure companies. Highly qualified engineers, architects and surveyors also have the option of entering into this field. Ability to research and interpret laws, regulations, and judicial rulings is a must for the position
Attorney/Environmental
Government, 2-3 yrs required
Lawyer
Duties: Performs professional legal work for the Department's Remediation Div...
Mar 20, 10
Australia-VICTORIA- Melbourne
Attorney/Environmental,Litigation
Recruiter, Min 3 yrs required
Planning and Environment Lawyer
The candidate will undertake both contentious and no...
Mar 19, 10
US-CA- Santa Barbara
Attorney/Environmental
Law Firm, 3-7 yrs required
Environmental Attorney
The candidate will handle many of cases involve cutting edge ...
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Memphis office seeks associates with 2-5 years of experience Corporate and Securities matters. Some exposure to public company representation, including public offerings as issuer's or underwriter's counsel, is preferred. "A commitment to the philosophy of excellence and superior client service is the foundation of this firm. Its attorneys value the importance of a personalized attorney-client relationship and are dedicated to giving the utmost attention not only to delivering pr...
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