Meritas Advisory Group, LLC
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Environmental Associate (Junior)Location: North Jersey

Our client, a top AmLaw 100 law firm, is seeking a highly qualified and motivated Junior Associate to join their Environmental Practice Group in their North Jersey office.

Candidate Profile:

  • JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
  • Bar Admission in New Jersey required (or the ability to waive in). Admission in both NJ and NY is preferred.
  • 2-4 years of substantive environmental law experience.
  • Strong academic credentials and superior writing and research skills.
  • Demonstrated entrepreneurial drive, initiative, and ability to work independently while inspiring confidence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide legal support across a range of transactional, commercial, regulatory, enforcement, and remediation matters.
  • Negotiate, draft, and implement agreements.
  • Handle the negotiation and resolution of pre-litigation claims.
  • Collaborate with a team of experienced attorneys while maintaining independence in managing assignments.

Why Join?This role offers a hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote) and flexibility regarding office location. As part of an AmLaw 100 firm, you will engage in challenging and dynamic environmental law matters while developing professionally within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Application Requirements:Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample.

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