Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Litigation Associate (3-7 years): Firm Wide
$180,000–$270,000 year
Hybrid · Phoenix, Arizona, United States or Denver, Colorado, United States
Job Summary
Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Litigation Associate (3-7 years) sought by Holland & Hart for their Nevada-based team. The role involves handling high-stakes regulatory and environmental matters, water rights, and permitting reviews, and defending litigation on federal and state permits, with opportunities to collaborate with Chambers-ranked partners and engage with federal/state agencies. The position emphasizes teamwork, strong written/verbal communication, and ability to excel under demanding deadlines. Compensation is merit-based with a salary range of $180,000–$205,000 (NV) and $215,000–$270,000 (CO/DC), plus bonuses; associates are expected to bill substantial hours and participate in pro bono, community-building, and diversity initiatives. Full-time with benefits including generous PTO, parental leave, 401(k) match, and flexible-hour, remote, and hybrid work arrangements. Applications require a resume, cover letter, and law school transcripts.
Required Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal degree
- 3-7 years environmental law experience or background in general litigation
- experience with water rights and permitting review
- defending litigation on federal and state permits
- administrative litigation experience is a plus
- practical law school experience (law review, law journal, moot court, or trial advocacy) highly desired
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