19Aug

Litigation Associate

  • Location: Houston
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #533

Litigation Associate Opportunity – Houston-based Top-Ranked Firm

 

Our client, a prestigious Houston-based law firm recognized as a Top Ranked Chambers USA firm for 2022 & 2023 and listed among the Best Law Firms by Best Lawyers in 2024, is seeking to add a talented 4-6 year Litigation Associate to their team. This role offers immediate client interaction and engagement.

 

As a Litigation Associate, you will handle a diverse docket spanning the full spectrum of commercial and business litigation, including contracts, business torts, securities and corporate governance, oil and gas, lender liability, trade secrets, non-compete agreements, and other employment-related disputes.

 

With a reasonable billable goal of 1,980 hours, this firm prioritizes work/life balance and offers the flexibility to work from home a few days each week. The practice leader is renowned for fostering a supportive and collaborative team environment, making this a fantastic opportunity for growth and development.

06Aug

Counsel – Regulatory & Environmental

  • Location: Houston, Texas
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #529

Our client, a Fortune 500 energy conglomerate, has a position for an Associate Counsel, Environmental & Regulatory. This is an outstanding opportunity to work for a company where lawyers and staff spend their entire careers!

The Counsel – Environmental & Regulatory will report to the Managing Counsel – Environmental & Regulatory and will use their knowledge and experience in environmental and regulatory law to provide legal advice and counsel to Refining and Midstream facilities, and to assist and support the research, reporting, management, and handling of legal matters in the Environmental & Regulatory practice group of a large, publicly-traded, integrated midstream and downstream energy company.

Responsibilities may include:

  • Providing day-to-day advice and counsel to operating facilities on environmental and regulatory issues, compliance counseling, and enforcement resolution
  • Providing advice and counsel on Toxic Substances Control Act compliance
  • Conducting legal research (federal and state equivalents) on Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, CERCLA/Superfund, EPCRA, NEPA, TSCA, Endangered Species Act, Oil Pollution Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, Solid Waste Disposal Act, and OSHA and PHMSA requirements
  • Managing, monitoring, and representing the company’s interest in multi-party Superfund Site activities, including participating in conference calls and meetings with governmental agencies and other parties (PRPs) and associated reporting 
  • Investigating facts underlying environmental/regulatory matters, including CERCLA/Superfund and Fuels/Renewable Fuels registration, for drafting and preparing responses to governmental agencies
  • Maintaining past and current reportable matters for quarterly SEC Reporting of Legal Proceedings
  • Working with HSE and External Reporting in completing and submitting RCRA and UST, etc. financial assurance filings to various states and federal environmental agencies
  • Staying abreast of trends and developments in environmental and regulatory regulations, case law, and settlements within the industry

 

Required Qualifications:  

  • Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Currently licensed in good standing to practice law in relevant jurisdiction(s)
  • 5 or more years of experience and general knowledge of environmental and regulatory law, terminology, and clauses associated with energy industry
  • Working knowledge of one or more of the following: Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, CERCLA/Superfund, EPCRA, NEPA, TSCA, Renewable Fuel registration, Endangered Species Act, Oil Pollution Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, RCRA, Solid Waste Disposal Act, OSHA, or PHMSA
  • Excellent technology skills using Microsoft Office Products including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint and document comparison software
  • Willing and able to travel up to 15% of the time 

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Experience with compliance counseling, advising on environmental matters in corporate and commercial transactions, due diligence, and interactions with applicable regulatory agencies.  Subject matter familiarity should include air emissions, industrial and hazardous waste, water quality, wetlands, endangered species, contaminated properties and other state and federal environmental regulatory requirements
  • Experience in oil & gas, refining, energy, or petrochemical industries a plus
  • Strong individual initiative, discipline and commitment to superior performance, customer service, and continuous improvement
  • Superior negotiation, presentation, collaboration and diplomacy skills with excellent judgment and discretion
  • Ability to manage and prioritize assignments effectively which may be broad in scope and complexity and which requires collaborative work with a team of highly experienced lawyers, as well as employees in different departments and/or with varying degrees of seniority
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines and function independently without extensive supervision
  • Ability to learn quickly and apply company policies, procedures, and industry practices

 

Total Rewards

  • Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus
  • 8% 401k company match
  • Cash Balance Account pension
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP
  • Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services
07Nov

Associate Attorney

  • Location: Houston
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #459
  • Salary: $125.00

Our client with a niche law practice of handling municipality matters is hiring an Associate Attorney to join their small, yet growing team. Attorneys with 1-2 years of transactional experience would fit well in this role.

The Associate Attorney provides counsel on applicable legal and policy matters, and assists on financial issues. The Associate Attorney must be internally motivated, team-oriented while having the ability to work independently, and comfortable interacting with array of people with varying backgrounds, education levels, and experience.

This person will work directly with our clients and their consultants/vendors to achieve desired outcomes.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Documents: Drafts, reviews and revises documents including public meeting agendas and minutes, formal letters, orders, resolutions and other client-related documents. Oversees final compilation.
  • Contracts: Negotiates, drafts, reviews and, revises a variety of different kinds of contracts.
  • Research: Collects and evaluates legal precedents and other relevant information to advise clients on legal options and risks, and to ensure compliance.
  • Meetings: Prepares for and attends public meetings of governmental bodies both in our office and offsite.
  • Communication: Routinely communicates with clients and their consultants/vendors by phone, email and video conference.
  • Projects: Participates in special projects such as elections and Texas Public Information Act (PIA) responses for clients as needed.
  • Administrative: Enters time in our time and billing software and prepares expense reports.
  • Takes direction from Members, other Attorneys, and/or Office Administrator.

Essential Skills, Experience and Abilities:

  • Licensed by the State Bar of Texas.
  • At least two (2) years' experience in public law, municipal law, public finance, or a related legal practice.
  • Ability to travel to and from client sites to participate in related activities and meetings whether during normal work hours or after-hours as required.