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Earthjustice · 1 day ago

Associate Attorney, Northern Rockies

Bozeman, Montana

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$98K/yr - $116K/yr

1+ years exp

Earthjustice is the nation’s leading environmental law organization, and they are seeking an Associate Attorney to join their Bozeman office. The role involves litigation focused on protecting ecosystems, wildlife, and advancing clean energy in the Northern Rockies region.

Non Profit

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conducting legal and factual research

Reviewing and analyzing administrative records and technical documents

Drafting motions, briefs, and other legal and factual documents in support of litigation and administrative advocacy

Participating in proceedings before federal and state courts and agencies

Cultivating relationships with clients, experts, allies, and coalition partners

Integrating media and legislative advocacy into litigation and other legal strategies

Hiring and supervising law students as Earthjustice interns or clerks

Qualification

Legal researchAnalytical skillsWriting skillsPublic interest advocacyCommunication skillsTeamworkJudgmentDiversity awarenessInclusivityEmotional intelligenceInterpersonal skillsCreativityWork ethic

Required

Law school graduate 1-6 year of legal experience and admitted to, or willing and eligible to apply for admission to, the Montana Bar

Excellent research, analytic, writing, and communication skills

Strong and demonstrated work ethic, good judgment, initiative, and creativity

Strong desire to fight for the right of all to a healthy environment

Ability to work well independently and in a team-oriented atmosphere

Commitment to serving the public interest and a passion for the role of Earthjustice and its mission

Demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and orientations

Ability and desire to contribute to the creation of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences

High level of emotional intelligence and excellent interpersonal skills

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Competitive compensation package

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

Company

Earthjustice

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Earthjustice is a non-profit public interest law organization based in the United States dedicated to environmental issues.

Founded in 1971

San Francisco, California, USA

501-1000 employees

http://earthjustice.org/

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