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Miller Canfield

Environmental Associate

Chicago, IL, USA

15 Days ago

Job Overview


Posted Date: 08 September 2025

Job Function: Legal Services / Legal

Job Type: Full Time

Workplace Type: Not Specified

Experience Level: Not Specified

Salary: Competitive & Based on Experience

Experience: 4 - 6 yrs

Job Description


We are seeking a talented and motivated attorney with 4-6 years of experience to join our growing Energy and Environmental practice team. The ideal candidate will have experience in environmental enforcement actions, regulatory compliance, and transactional support. While law firm experience is preferred, we will also consider candidates with relevant experience from federal or midwestern state agencies. Knowledge or interest in energy, utilities, and/or air quality regulations would be a plus. A background in engineering, geology, or other scientific fields is welcomed but not required.
Qualifications:
Education: JD from an accredited law school.
Experience: 4-6 years of experience in environmental law, preferably in a law firm setting. Candidates with government experience at the federal or state level are also encouraged to apply.
Environmental Focus: Knowledge of and experience with environmental regulations, including CERCLA, RCRA, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act and other federal and state environmental laws, and/or environmental transactions (e.g., real estate, M&A, site remediation)
Other qualifications preferred but not required include:
Environmental Litigation: Experience with environmental litigation (CERCLA cost recovery, toxic tort, etc.)
Energy & Air Expertise: Experience or interest in energy rate work and air quality regulations.
Scientific Background: A background in engineering, geology, or a related scientific field.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter. Questions? stetson@millercanfield.com

Qualification

Juris Doctor (JD)

Practice Areas & Specialty

Air/CAA, CERCLA, Compliance/Regulatory, Environmental, Water/CWA


Key skill Required

  • Air Quality
  • Clean Water Act
  • Compliance
  • Cost Recovery
  • Enforcement
  • Environmental
  • Environmental Law
  • Geology
  • Litigation
  • RCRA
  • Real Estate
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Remediation
  • Scientific Background
  • Site Remediation
  • Talented

Designation

  • Associate

Company Details


Company Name: Miller Canfield

Headquarter: Detroit, MI, USA 48226

Industry: Law Firm / Law Practice

Company Size: 201-500 Employees

Recruiting People: HR Department

Contact Number: --

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