Environmental Attorney (2-4 years)

Job Description Job Description Environmental Associate Attorney Location Options: Austin, Dallas, Houston, or Washington, D.C. Direct Counsel is seeking an Environmental Associate with 2–4 years of experience to join a leading law firm with a nationally regarded environmental and energy practice. The position may be based in any of the firm’s Texas offices (Austin, Dallas, or Houston) or in Washington, D.C., offering a flexible platform to build and deepen experience in complex regulatory, transactional, and litigation work. This is an opportunity to be part of a collaborative and high-performing team that advises a broad spectrum of clients—from energy companies to developers—on cutting-edge environmental compliance, risk management, ESG matters, and administrative litigation. Key Responsibilities: Advise on environmental aspects of corporate and real estate transactions, including due diligence and risk mitigation strategies Counsel clients on compliance with federal and state environmental statutes, including: RCRA, CERCLA, CAA, CWA, TSCA, FIFRA, NEPA, ESA, and state equivalents Assist in enforcement actions, regulatory investigations, and related defense strategy Work on climate disclosure and ESG-related regulatory requirements Handle litigation and administrative challenges involving federal and state agencies, particularly under the Administrative Procedure Act and core environmental laws Provide industry-focused guidance to energy-sector clients, including oil & gas, renewables, and transitional energy companies Analyze legal implications of offshore and public land activity under OCSLA and similar frameworks (preferred but not required) Preferred Background: Private practice or in-house experience representing clients in the energy industry Exposure to public lands and offshore regulatory issues under OCSLA or BLM guidelines Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and work across multidisciplinary teams Qualifications: JD from an accredited law school 2–4 years of experience in environmental law Licensed to practice in Texas or Washington, D.C., or eligible to waive in Excellent academic credentials and strong legal research and writing skills Collaborative and proactive mindset, with a willingness to work on a variety of matters across jurisdictions Compensation: This position may be filled in Washington, D.C. or Austin, TX Salary Range: $235,000 – $310,000/year (actual compensation will depend on experience and qualifications)

Location: Dallas, Texas, US

Posted Date: 8/22/2025