Environmental Attorney – Regulatory, ESG & Enforcement Matters | Los Angeles, CA- 393984

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Environmental Attorney in Los Angeles, CA, with 1-10+ years of experience in environmental compliance, permitting, and litigation. The role involves advising clients on regulatory matters, managing permitting processes, and addressing climate-related issues. Associates will work with major clients in a supportive environment focused on professional growth and sustainability. The position offers a salary range of $110,000 to $120,000 per year.
Base Pay Range

$110,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Job ID: 393984

Practice area: Environmental Law - Transactions & Compliance

Position Overview

Environmental practices nationwide are seeking attorneys with 1–10+ years of experience in environmental compliance, permitting, enforcement defense, climate-related law, and environmental due diligence. These positions offer the chance to work on cutting‑edge regulatory matters, support major development projects, and counsel clients on emerging ESG trends and sustainability strategies. Associates enjoy hands‑on responsibility, partner access, and strong professional support.

Key Responsibilities
• Advise clients on federal and state environmental compliance, including EPA, CEQA, NEPA, and related frameworks
• Handle environmental litigation, enforcement actions, and administrative proceedings
• Manage permitting processes for air, water, wetlands, and related environmental areas
• Address hazardous waste issues, including matters under RCRA and CERCLA
• Counsel clients on climate change regulations, renewable energy issues, ESG policies, and sustainability initiatives
• Conduct environmental due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and development projects

Qualifications
• 1–10+ years of environmental law experience
• Background in regulatory compliance and environmental litigation
• Familiarity with permitting requirements and hazardous waste regulations
• Experience with climate, renewable energy, or ESG-related matters
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Admission to the bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Skills
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex regulations
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to manage sophisticated environmental matters and permitting processes
• Detail-oriented, collaborative, and capable of handling multiple concurrent projects

Culture & Firm Appeal

These roles offer the opportunity to join firms known for strong environmental practices, deep regulatory benches, and a commitment to sustainability. Many of these firms are consistently recognized for their work in climate, energy, and environmental compliance. Associates gain access to major national clients, substantive responsibilities, and supportive environments that emphasize mentorship, professional growth, and balanced workloads.

Why This Role Is Unique
• Exposure to high-impact regulatory, energy, and sustainability matters
• Direct involvement in permitting, enforcement defense, and ESG strategy
• Ideal for attorneys seeking a platform to deepen environmental expertise or transition from related regulatory fields
• Rare multi-market opportunity offering long‑term growth and client‑facing responsibility

Call to Action

Apply now for a confidential discussion with a BCG Attorney Search recruiter. Explore these nationwide environmental opportunities and find the right platform for your experience. Submit your resume today to be matched with firms most likely to want your background.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Legal