Junior Environmental Transactions Partner

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New York City, NY

Junior Environmental Transactions Partner

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3-13 yrs required

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Job Overview:
A prominent law firm is seeking a Senior Environmental Transactions Attorney at the senior associate or junior partner level to join its Environmental Transactions practice. This role centers on handling environmental matters tied to a wide range of corporate and financing transactions, with a particular focus on the energy sector. The position offers the opportunity to lead critical aspects of deal work, advise on compliance strategy, and work at the intersection of transactional and regulatory law.

Location:

  • New York, NY

Duties:

  • Oversee environmental due diligence in connection with M&A and financing transactions

  • Draft and negotiate environmental provisions in transaction and financing agreements

  • Prepare environmental disclosure content for SEC filings and public company documents

  • Conduct legal research on complex environmental and energy regulatory issues

  • Advise clients on environmental compliance, permitting, and restructuring risks

  • Collaborate with deal teams and regulatory counsel on integrated transaction strategies

Requirements:

  • 6–8 years of experience practicing environmental and energy law

  • Direct experience managing environmental aspects of corporate transactions

  • Strong knowledge of federal and state environmental statutes (., CERCLA, RCRA, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act)

  • Familiarity with energy sector regulatory frameworks and evolving ESG-related disclosure rules

  • Proven ability to independently manage deal components and advise clients at a senior level

Education:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from a top-tier, accredited law school

  • Academic excellence required

  • Law school transcript must be provided upon request

Certifications:

  • Admission to the bar in at least one . jurisdiction

Skills:

  • Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, particularly in transactional contexts

  • Strong understanding of environmental risk allocation in commercial contracts

  • Skilled in legal research, client communication, and regulatory strategy

  • Ability to lead projects, manage junior team members, and work across disciplines

  • High attention to detail with a commercial and solution-oriented mindset

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefits offered to attorneys, including health, retirement, and professional development support

May 13, 2025
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