Environmental Associate at K&L Gates LLP (Newark, NJ)

The global law firm of K&L Gates seeks to hire an environmental associate to join their dynamic practice.



The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in environmental regulatory, compliance and litigation matters. Duties include research, writing, litigation support, providing advice to clients on environmental compliance and permitting issues, and representing clients before State and Federal agencies.


We require outstanding academic credentials, excellent oral and written communication skills, a commitment to providing the highest quality client service, and a demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team. Prior experience in a law firm practice is preferred.


K&L Gates represents leading global corporations, growth and middle-market companies, capital markets participants and entrepreneurs in every major industry group as well as public sector entities, educational institutions, philanthropic organizations and individuals. Our practice is a robust full market practice — cutting edge, complex and dynamic, at once regional, national and international in scope.


At K&L Gates, we embrace our core values. We believe in hiring collaborative, committed, and diverse teams; using state-of-the-art technology; offering continuous professional development training; and promoting pro bono and diversity initiatives. Most importantly, we strive to cultivate an environment that celebrates talented legal professionals.