Associate - Environmental and Mass Tort Litigation
Washington, United States | Posted on 10/14/2025
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
- 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
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