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Coal and Global Warming Attorney
Office: NortheastLocation: New York, NY
Department: Legal
Job Type: Full Time
Earthjustice has an immediate need for an attorney to work on litigation related to new and existing coal plants and other global warming issues. The ideal candidate would have extensive litigation experience, preferably related to coal plants. The attorney will work with other Earthjustice attorneys to develop and pursue strategic litigation in federal and state courts and administrative bodies related to new and existing coal plants, other dirty fuels, and other global warming issues.
The attorney must be admitted to practice law in a US jurisdiction, and admission to the New York bar will be required within the first year. The attorney will be based in Earthjustice's New York City regional office. While much of the work will focus on the Northeastern United States, the attorney will also work and need to travel outside of the Northeast.
Applicants for the position should have strong academic credentials, excellent research and writing skills, at least 5-7 years of litigation experience, and an ability to think strategically about legal advocacy needs and opportunities. Applicants should have a strong work ethic and sense of initiative, sound judgment, ability to work independently, and an ability to work well in a collegial setting. A demonstrated commitment to public interest law is preferred. Salary is commensurate with experience. Benefits are excellent.
Interested candidates should send a letter of interest with resume, writing sample, and professional references to jobs@earthjustice.org (please include the phrase "GW Attorney" in the e-mail subject line).
Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from women, people of color and other members of under-represented groups who will contribute to the diversity of our staff.
No phone calls or drop-ins please.
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