Environmental Litigation Attorney

A law firm seeks an experienced Environmental Litigation Attorney for its San Francisco office to manage complex PFAS contamination cases. This role involves handling cases from inception through resolution, conducting comprehensive legal research, collaborating with experts, and advocating for clients affected by toxic substances. The ideal candidate will bring significant experience in environmental law, toxic torts, and class action litigation, with a deep understanding of federal and state environmental regulations.

Duties

• Oversee all aspects of PFAS contamination cases, from client intake to resolution, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Conduct detailed legal research and develop tailored case strategies for PFAS-related litigation, focusing on liability assessment, damage determination, and identifying responsible entities.
• Collaborate with expert witnesses, consultants, and investigators to compile and analyze evidence, including scientific studies, environmental assessments, and medical documentation.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of federal and state PFAS-related regulations and support efforts to enhance community protections against contamination.
• Manage discovery processes, including taking and defending depositions.
• Prepare persuasive legal documents such as motions, briefs, and trial materials.
• Represent clients effectively in negotiations, hearings, and trial proceedings.

Requirements
Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active membership in the State Bar in good standing.

Experience:

• 11 years of experience in litigation environmental law, mainly related to plaintiff-side litigation.
• Proven litigation and trial experience with complex, high-profile cases involving multiple plaintiffs or environmental issues.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations, including CERCLA, TSCA, and EPA standards.
• Exceptional analytical, research, and legal writing abilities.
• Proficient in deposition strategies, both taking and defending.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with full employee premium coverage; optional PPO upgrades available.
• Robust retirement savings plan, including safe harbor employer contributions and discretionary employer matches.
• Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Additional paid leave for jury duty and voting.
• Employer-paid parking.
• Casual dress office culture that encourages collaboration and teamwork.
• Hybrid work options, blending in-office and remote opportunities.
• Supportive work environment with a strong emphasis on cross-team training and shared success.

This firm, with offices on both the West and East Coasts, specializes almost exclusively in bringing class actions for victims of securities and consumer fraud. As a result, the firm's lawyers are appearing in court rooms across the country on behalf of their clients. For the right lawyer, this could be the nirvana of class action law firms. The collegial environment plus top pay and benefits make it a choice place to work.