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Salary- DOE

The Environmental Law Alliance Worldwide (ELAW) is accepting applications for an experienced environmental attorney to join our growing team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with leading public interest lawyers around the world to protect the rights of communities and the environment. ELAW collaborates with lawyers representing local communities and NGOs to build a sustainable, just future. ELAW’s global partners are the force behind innovative legal actions challenging the status quo and addressing complex environmental problems.

Our team of eight lawyers works together collegially to provide legal support to our partners. Each attorney has opportunities to build specialized expertise while supporting others on the team to do the same. We value a team culture of trust, open communication, and collaboration that draws from our diverse perspectives and experiences.

Responsibilities and Scope of Position:

  • Legal research and analysis to support lawyers in nearly 80 countries on a wide range of domestic and international advocacy;
  • Independently draft pleadings and court submissions, including “friend of the court” briefs;
  • Build and foster relationships with international partners and allies;
  • Organize and participate in workshops and other remote/in-person meetings to share information and develop advocacy strategies;
  • Supervise legal interns; and
  • Collaborate with ELAW staff on communications, development, and other activities that support the organization, our partners, and allies.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • A commitment to fulfilling ELAW’s mission;
  • The ability to work successfully in cross-cultural settings;
  • J.D. or equivalent law degree;
  • At least five years of litigation or related legal advocacy experience in environmental law;
  • Exceptional legal research, writing, and communication skills;
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing deadlines;
  • Ability to positively represent ELAW in a variety of professional settings;
  • Ability to work within a small team, as well as independently;
  • Professional fluency in English (essential) and French (strongly desired). ELAW will consider candidates with professional proficiency in a language other than French that enhances the team’s capacity to support international partners; and
  • Flexible approach to working with colleagues across time zones.