Description:
At this time, Williams Mullen will not accept applicants submitted through search firms or legal recruiters for this position; only direct self-applications from candidates will be accepted. Agencies directly contacting Williams Mullen attorneys to solicit candidates will be subject to a reduced placement fee.Williams Mullen is seeking an associate with at least 1-5 years' experience in environmental regulatory matters to join the Energy, Environment and Regulatory Compliance Section in the Columbia, South Carolina, office. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated associate with an entrepreneurial spirit seeking a positive career trajectory, direct client interaction, significant responsibility on complex regulatory matters and a chance to work closely with industry-leading partners on a fast-paced team.
Required Experience and Skills:
- Significant experience with environmental and regulatory work includes working knowledge of the Clean Air Act, Superfund, water quality, wastewater, sewage, stormwater management, wetlands, water rights, solid and hazardous waste, and endangered species protection.
- Additional knowledge with development work including regulations governing brownfields, coastal development, and stormwater.
- Experience practicing before federal, state and local environmental and natural resource regulatory agencies. Experience in the energy and/or renewable industry is also advantageous.
A successful candidate will be meticulous with details and be able to work both effectively as part of a team while also being able to assume individual responsibility for client matters with direct client interaction and have:
- Excellent writing skills and strong academic credentials
- Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills
- A licensed in South Carolina or have a transferable UBE score (https://barapplication.sccourts.org/admissionToPractice.cfm) from another state.
We value our associates' professional development and ensure there are plenty of firm resources dedicated to that pursuit. Associates regularly participate in bar associations, community activities and pro bono work, and Williams Mullen's Business Development Team takes an active role in providing these important opportunities. Plus, Williams Mullen is a great place to work! (https://www.williamsmullen.com/careers)
Interested candidates: To apply, please include a (1) cover letter (to Director of Attorney Recruiting), (2) resume, and (3) transcript.
