Counsel, Environmental Regulations Job at NxT Level, Houston, TX

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  • NxT Level
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Counsel - Environmental & Mass Tort Practice | Any U.S. Office (Preferred: CA or TX)

Our client, a global law firm with a forward-thinking, industry-focused strategy, is seeking an experienced Environmental Attorney with 8+ years of experience to join its Environmental & Mass Tort team. This role supports complex, high-profile, and high-value energy, infrastructure, and project development transactions, particularly those at the intersection of law, policy, and innovation, including energy transition projects and carbon markets.

The position is open to candidates in any U.S. office, with a preference for those with California or Texas experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Project & Facility Permitting:

    • Secure permits related to air, water, wetlands, UIC, and offshore facilities

    • Experience with utility-scale renewable energy and power development projects is highly valued

  • Environmental Review & Compliance:

    • Manage NEPA and CEQA environmental reviews

    • Coordinate with consultants and regulatory agencies to align with development timelines

  • Contaminated Site Management:

    • Counsel on CERCLA, RCRA, and state waste and remediation programs

    • Focus on real estate and development risk mitigation

  • Transactional Due Diligence:

    • Support project finance and M&A transactions

    • Conduct diligence and negotiate environmental risk provisions in financing and purchase agreements

    • Draft compliance covenants, representations, warranties, and indemnities

  • Lender & Sponsor Coordination:

    • Advise on permitting status, compliance assessments, and bankability risk mitigation

    • Work closely with project finance counsel, developers, and lenders

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience reviewing Phase I/II ESAs, wetlands delineations, biological assessments, cultural resource surveys

  • Familiarity with title and survey review as it relates to environmental conditions and use restrictions

  • Knowledge of land use law, Endangered Species Act, PUC processes, and habitat conservation planning

  • Experience in carbon capture and storage (CCS), carbon markets, and energy transition projects

  • Exposure to cross-border infrastructure projects and international environmental compliance

Why Join This Firm?

1. Well-Being & Inclusion
  • Carrot Fertility: Inclusive family-forming benefits

  • Vacation Award: $2,500 stipend for meeting billable thresholds

  • Wellness Perks: Free Peloton app membership, Lyra mental health support (8 sessions), Spot Pet Insurance

2. Growth & Career Development
  • Hands-on experience with sector-specific and cross-border matters

  • Business Development Support: Reimbursement for relationship-building

  • Executive Coaching: Firm-sponsored coaching for lawyers with 250+ BD hours

3. Global Reach, Local Impact
  • Engage in cross-border legal work while making a community impact

  • Pro Bono & Volunteer Time: 8 firm hours per year for community service

4. Collaborative Culture
  • Work alongside world-class legal minds in a supportive, mentorship-focused environment

  • Referral Bonus: $50,000 for referring top-tier legal talent

5. Commitment to Innovation
  • Access to cutting-edge legal technology and client-focused solutions

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA)

  • 401(k) savings plan and profit-sharing (if eligible)

  • Fertility and family-forming benefits

  • Minimum of 20 days PTO based on role and tenure

  • Paid parental leave (minimum of 14 weeks)

  • 11 firm holidays annually

This is a unique opportunity for a senior environmental attorney to join a globally respected platform, work on industry-shaping projects, and grow within a firm that prioritizes innovation, diversity, and long-term career development.

To apply, please submit your resume

Job Tags

Holiday work, Local area, Offshore, Flexible hours,

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