Environmental Justice Project Attorney

beBee Careers is seeking a full-time Environmental Justice Project Attorney in Los Angeles, CA. The role involves supporting the Community Partnerships Program through litigation and coalition work, requiring strong legal research and communication skills. Responsibilities include conducting research, drafting legal documents, and managing coalition meetings. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, with occasional travel required.
Job Overview:

We are a premier non-profit environmental law organization dedicated to protecting people's health; preserving magnificent places and wildlife; advancing clean energy, and combating climate change. Our Community Partnerships Program works with frontline communities disproportionately burdened by pollution and environmental harms to challenge the environmental and social status quo.

We are seeking a One-Year Project Attorney to join our team and provide critical support to our Community Partnerships Program's coalition and litigation work. As a Project Attorney, you will work closely with our Supervising Senior Attorney to develop case strategies, conduct research, and participate in court proceedings.

The successful candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong legal research and writing skills, and the ability to work effectively with community leaders and organizations. If you are passionate about environmental justice and have a proven track record of success in litigation and coalition building, we encourage you to apply.

This is a full-time position based out of our Los Angeles office, with occasional travel required. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities:

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• Litigation (70%): Conduct legal and factual research, prepare memoranda on issues related to ongoing or potential new cases, draft legal and factual documents in support of litigation and advocacy, participate in state administrative and court proceedings.
• Coalition Support (30%): Actively participate in relationships with clients, partners, and coalitions, manage the administration of coalition meetings by calendaring meetings, taking notes, sharing out action items, and other duties.