Lafayette, California, United States · Hybrid
$175k–$205k/yr
Van Ness Feldman is a nationally recognized law firm focused on energy, environmental, and natural resources law and policy. Home to 100 attorneys and policy professionals, the Firm has offices in Washington, DC; Seattle…
Skills: Energy Law, Environmental Law, Natural Resources Law, Legislative Advocacy, Policy Advocacy
Seattle, Washington, United States · Hybrid
Van Ness Feldman is seeking a land use attorney with at least 7 years of relevant experience in the areas of land use, environmental, or municipal law to join our Environmental, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Real Esta…
Skills: Land Use Law, Environmental Law, Municipal Law, Administrative Litigation, Due Diligence
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Provide strategic business advice, legislative and policy advocacy, and legal compliance counsel. Represent clients in administrative proceedings, litigation, and support project development and permitting.
Candidates must have a JD or LLM from an ABA-accredited law school. Active admission or eligibility for admission in the applicable jurisdiction is required.
Van Ness Feldman is a nationally recognized law firm focused on energy, environmental, and natural resources law and policy. Home to 100 attorneys and policy professionals, the Firm has offices in Washington, DC; Seattle; the Bay Area; Houston; and Louisiana. For nearly 50 years, the Firm has provided strategic business advice, legislative and policy advocacy, legal and regulatory compliance counsel, representation in administrative proceedings and litigation, and support for project development, permitting, and transactions.
We are open to considering attorney candidates of all levels across our offices, including DC, Seattle, Houston, and the Bay Area. If your background and practice align with ours, we encourage you to submit your materials for future consideration.
In addition to joining an active and highly collaborative team, the candidate will be part of a Firm that is committed to supporting a healthy work/life balance. Attorneys are expected to be in the office at least three days a week / twelve days a month, but scheduling is flexible. With a 1,700 annual billable hour requirement, (including up to 100 hours of pro bono or business development activities), attorneys are encouraged to work hard while maintaining balance outside the office. The Firm rewards attorneys who exceed the target with a generous bonus. The culture at VNF relies on mutual respect, appreciation, and support. A focus on professional development is central, including regular feedback and training opportunities. VNF seeks individuals who share this approach and bring a collaborative mindset and take pride in thoughtful, high-quality work.
Van Ness Feldman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For this position, the good-faith annual base salary range is dependent on experience, qualifications, and office location. In addition to base salary, compensation may include a bonus based on hours and other applicable criteria. The Firm also offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) profit-sharing plan, paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, life and disability insurance, employee assistance resources, and professional development opportunities. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process may contact [email protected].
The Power of Collaboration.
Van Ness Feldman is a nationally recognized mid-sized law firm specializing in the areas of energy, environment, and natural resources law and policy, with offices in Washington, DC, Seattle, the Bay Area, Houston and Baton Rouge. Our collaborative team of attorneys and policy professionals provide legal counsel, thought leadership, and policy strategy to a wide range of clients helping them navigate the complex intersection between business and government. Through our focused experience and the strong partnerships we form with our clients, we are able to find the effective strategies and creative solutions that help our clients achieve their goals.
Offices: 2000 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Suite 6000, Washington, District of Columbia 20006, US · 1191 Second Avenue, Suite 1800, Seattle, WA 98101, US · 3717 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Suite 200, Lafayette, CA 94549, US · 4201 Main St, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002, US · 301 N. Main Street, Suite 1030, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, US
The Power of Collaboration.
Van Ness Feldman is a nationally recognized mid-sized law firm specializing in the areas of energy, environment, and natural resources law and policy, with offices in Washington, DC, Seattle, the Bay Area, Houston and Baton Rouge. Our collaborative team of attorneys and policy professionals provide legal counsel, thought leadership, and policy strategy to a wide range of clients helping them navigate the complex intersection between business and government. Through our focused experience and the strong partnerships we form with our clients, we are able to find the effective strategies and creative solutions that help our clients achieve their goals.
Offices: 2000 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Suite 6000, Washington, District of Columbia 20006, US · 1191 Second Avenue, Suite 1800, Seattle, WA 98101, US · 3717 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Suite 200, Lafayette, CA 94549, US · 4201 Main St, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77002, US · 301 N. Main Street, Suite 1030, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, US