Harris Beach Murtha · 2 days ago
Experienced Attorney - Environmental & Commercial Real Estate
New Haven, CT
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$160K/yr - $250K/yr
8+ years expHarris Beach Murtha is a prominent law firm seeking a highly experienced attorney specializing in environmental and commercial real estate to join as a Partner or Senior Counsel. The role involves leading permitting and entitlement processes for complex development projects and interfacing with regulatory agencies to secure necessary approvals.
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Responsibilities
Lead and manage permitting and entitlement processes for major infrastructure and development projects, including: Utility installations and transmission/distribution infrastructure, Energy and renewable energy facilities, Manufacturing and industrial facilities, Municipal and State Agency facilities and public infrastructure projects
Interface directly with regulatory agencies to obtain federal, state, and local approvals
Guide clients through environmental review frameworks (SEQRA/NEPA) and land-use, zoning, and municipal approval processes
Support project teams in navigating wetlands, water, air, wildlife, cultural resources, historic preservation, and coastal zone permitting
Coordinate with engineers, environmental consultants, planners, and municipal officials to advance large project timelines
Develop permitting strategies that enhance project viability, bankability, and regulatory defensibility
Advise on compliance with CERCLA, CAA, RCRA, ESA, UIC, ECL, and other environmental regulatory regimes
Evaluate environmental constraints on sites, analyze risk, and support mitigation strategies including Brownfields redevelopment
Represent clients in environmental permitting, enforcement actions, administrative proceedings, and regulatory compliance matters
Provide guidance on emerging policy areas such as NYC Local Law 97, CLCPA mandates, carbon management, CCS projects, and energy transition initiatives
Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, letters of intent, deeds, and related commercial real estate documentation
Review due diligence, including title, survey, environmental reports, and financing contingencies
Coordinate title commitments, UCC/judgment searches, and closing workflows
Manage pre- and post-closing matters, recording/filing processes, and communications with lenders and counterparties
Review and negotiate commercial leases and leasing documentation as needed
Support development agreements, draw approvals, and developer payment processes
Qualification
Required
8+ years of U.S. environmental law experience, with strong involvement in permitting and regulatory compliance for large-scale development projects
Juris Doctorate from ABA-accredited law school
Admission to New York bar (or ability to waive in) required
Demonstrated experience coordinating with regulatory agencies and multidisciplinary project teams
Strong understanding of environmental risk, permitting strategies, and legal frameworks affecting project development and finance
In-depth knowledge of NEPA, CEQA, CERCLA, RCRA, UIC, ESA, SEQRA, and relevant permitting regulations
Experience supporting energy, infrastructure, industrial, or municipal projects from planning through implementation
Ability to assess complex environmental reports and technical data
Familiarity with carbon-related regulatory frameworks and environmental considerations in large infrastructure projects (domestic or international)
Excellent communication skills and a commitment to outstanding client service
Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Preferred
Experience in traditional real estate transactions
Admission to Connecticut or Massachusetts (or ability to waive in)
Corporate experience desirable
Military experience welcome
Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, letters of intent, deeds, and related commercial real estate documentation
Review due diligence, including title, survey, environmental reports, and financing contingencies
Coordinate title commitments, UCC/judgment searches, and closing workflows
Manage pre- and post-closing matters, recording/filing processes, and communications with lenders and counterparties
Review and negotiate commercial leases and leasing documentation as needed
Support development agreements, draw approvals, and developer payment processes
Benefits
Performance-based bonus eligibility
Company
Harris Beach Murtha
Harris Beach Murtha offers legal services in intellectual property, data privacy, estate planning, and business law.
501-1000 employees
Funding
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