Associate Attorney, Clean Energy Advocate

5 days ago

San Francisco, California, United States Earthjustice Full time
About the Role

Earthjustice is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Associate Attorney to join our Clean Energy Program. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in advancing our mission to protect the environment and promote clean energy throughout the country.

Key Responsibilities
  • Investigate, develop, and prosecute administrative appeals and litigation in support of clean energy initiatives.
  • Work closely with senior attorneys and professional staff to advance litigation and administrative advocacy.
  • Participate in the full range of tasks involved in energy advocacy and litigation, including factual investigation, legal research and analysis, memo and brief writing, expert testimony, and hearings.
  • Represent Earthjustice in proceedings before state and federal courts, public utility commissions, and other administrative tribunals.
  • Prepare comments on proposed agency actions, permits, and environmental review documents.
  • Support efforts to ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
  • Develop skills required to serve as a spokesperson to media.
  • Participate in hiring and supervision of student law clerks and externs.
Qualifications
  • Juris Doctorate Required
  • Licensed to practice law in the US jurisdiction in which the attorney will be located, or a willingness and qualifications to apply for membership within fourteen months of employment.
  • 2-5 years of litigation and legal advocacy experience, with energy advocacy experience preferred.
  • Excellent research, analytic, writing, and communication skills.
  • Strong and demonstrated work ethic, good judgment, initiative, and creativity.
  • Ability and willingness to travel as needed for case work, court appearances, and presentations.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and in collaboration with others.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with a diverse set of clients and partner organizations.
  • High level of emotional intelligence.
  • 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.
  • Commitment to public interest work and a passion for the role of Earthjustice and its mission, including a desire to fight for the right of all to a healthy environment.
What We Offer

Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity. We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits. As a 501(c)(3) organization, Earthjustice is a qualifying employer for purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.

Compensation is based on experience and location.

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