Senior Litigation Counselor

3 weeks ago

Washington, United States Southern Environmental Law Center Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Attorney to lead our litigation efforts at the Southern Environmental Law Center. As a Senior Attorney, you will take the lead on major cases under federal and state environmental laws, foster strong relationships with clients and partners, and collaborate closely with SELC attorneys and staff across the region.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead complex litigation in federal and state courts.
  • Develop and champion creative litigation strategies that produce tangible results and opportunities for SELC to advance its strategic plan.
  • Integrate litigation with SELC's communications and geospatial teams.
  • Collaborate with outside experts and consultants to maximize litigation successes.
  • Develop and maintain expertise in skills complementary to litigation including lobbying, administrative advocacy, and public communications.
  • Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and staff.
  • Advocate in administrative proceedings by researching and drafting comments, coordinating coalition partners, and speaking at public meetings.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with SELC's clients, partners, and external stakeholders.
  • Earn a positive reputation with decision makers and clients as a capable attorney, valued partner with significant expertise, and a leader in the attorney's field.
  • Work collaboratively with state office and regional program teams. Carry internal responsibility as part of the office, program teams, administration, and development.
  • Communicate clearly and simply about litigation and program work with SELC's communications, development, and marketing teams.
  • Support SELC's development efforts and serve as an effective representative and spokesperson before donors and other constituencies.
  • Foster SELC's collegial and collaborative approach.

Requirements:

  • Seven or more years of litigation experience, with a background in environmental law preferred but not required.
  • Active license to practice law or eligibility for admission by waiver in one of SELC's six states or Washington, D.C.
  • Proven ability to handle complex litigation with a high degree of competence, independence, effectiveness, integrity, professionalism, and sound strategic judgment.
  • Experience managing and conducting discovery or developing complex administrative records.
  • Excellent advocacy skills with superior written work product and oral presentation.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to build and maintain effective, collaborative relationships with clients, stakeholders, and environmental partners to advance organizational goals.
  • A strong work ethic and sense of initiative, demonstrated by the ability to meet internal and external deadlines.
  • A genuine interest in and commitment to helping SELC create and foster a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary range: $150,000 - $170,000, commensurate with experience.
  • Excellent benefits package.
  • Relocation reimbursement for those moving at least 50 miles from their current primary address to accept a SELC position, up to a specified dollar amount.
  • SELC is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.

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