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How much do commission environmental attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for commission environmental attorney in the United States is $132,377.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $94,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Commission Environmental Attorneys, and how can new hires best prepare for them?

Commission Environmental Attorneys often face challenges such as interpreting complex environmental regulations, balancing diverse stakeholder interests, and managing high caseloads with tight deadlines. New hires can best prepare by staying current on relevant federal and state environmental laws, developing strong negotiation and communication skills, and familiarizing themselves with the commission's regulatory processes. Building collaborative relationships with technical experts and agency staff is also essential for effectively crafting and defending legal positions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Commission Environmental Attorney, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Commission Environmental Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, a license to practice law, and deep knowledge of environmental regulations and administrative law. Familiarity with legal research platforms (like Westlaw or LexisNexis), environmental compliance systems, and experience with regulatory filings are standard requirements. Strong analytical thinking, negotiation, and written and verbal communication skills set exceptional attorneys apart in this role. These skills ensure effective advocacy, compliance with complex environmental laws, and successful navigation of regulatory processes.

What is the difference between Commission Environmental Attorney vs Environmental Lawyer?

AspectCommission Environmental AttorneyEnvironmental Lawyer
CredentialsJurisdiction-specific law degree, bar admission, specialized environmental law certificationsLaw degree, bar admission, often environmental law certifications
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, regulatory commissions, public sectorPrivate firms, non-profits, corporate legal departments
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, environmental commissionsLaw firms, corporations, NGOs
Search & ComparisonOften searched by those interested in government roles or regulatory workMore general, includes private practice and consulting

The main difference is that a Commission Environmental Attorney typically works within government agencies or regulatory commissions focusing on environmental policies and enforcement, while an Environmental Lawyer may work in private practice or non-profits advising clients on environmental compliance and litigation. Both roles require similar credentials but differ mainly in work environment and employer type.

What is a Commission Environmental Attorney?

A Commission Environmental Attorney is a legal professional who represents or advises governmental commissions, such as environmental protection agencies or regulatory boards, on issues related to environmental law. Their work typically involves ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, drafting legal documents, litigating cases, and providing guidance on policy development. They may also handle cases involving pollution, land use, natural resource management, and enforcement of environmental statutes. These attorneys play a crucial role in protecting public health and the environment by ensuring that organizations and individuals adhere to environmental laws.
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Infographic showing various Commission Environmental Attorney job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $132,377 per year, or $63.6 per hour.
Clean Energy Staff Attorney

Clean Energy Staff Attorney

Environmental Law & Policy Center

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

About ELPC:
The Environmental Law & Policy Center is the Midwest’s leading environmental legal advocacy organization. We drive transformational policy changes with national impacts.
We show that environmental progress and economic development can be achieved together by putting sustainability principles into practice. We advance climate solutions effectively by accelerating clean renewable energy alternatives to conventional power plants and advancing clean transportation solutions. We protect the Great Lakes and defend the Midwest’s wild and natural places, and we fight for safe, clean water and healthy clean air for all. We combine effective public interest litigation with strategic policy advocacy, sound science, and economic analysis. ELPC produces strong results for the environment in the courtrooms, boardrooms, and legislative hearing rooms across the pivotal Midwest states and in Washington D.C. 
This is a great opportunity for an attorney with deep interest in utility regulation, administrative litigation and clean energy policy, who is motivated by helping to protect the planet, equitable access to clean energy sources and systemic energy transformation.
Come join our winning team of talented, mission-driven professionals, who passionately work together to protect the environment and natural resources in the Midwest region.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Clean Energy Staff Attorney will handle critical litigation of utility regulatory cases in support of ELPC’s clean energy program in Midwest states. This is an excellent opportunity in an area of growing strategic importance at the local, regional and national level: fighting climate change by equitably decarbonizing the energy sector through rapid deployment of demand side resources, distributed solar, battery storage, electric vehicles and other distributed energy resources.
The Clean Energy Staff Attorney will engage in a range of venues in our region, including state utility commissions, state and federal courts, legislative bodies, Midwest regional transmission organizations (Midcontinent Independent Systems Operator-MISO, and PJM), and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission-FERC. The role will require both litigation skills and strategic leadership working with coalitions to advance clean energy solutions in an equitable manner, reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the power sector, and accelerate the deployment of distributed energy resources.
POSITION TITLE:  Clean Energy Staff Attorney (full time)
REPORTS TO: Managing Attorney, Clean Energy Program
LOCATION:  Chicago, IL with a hybrid work environment that includes required days in the office each week
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
  • Litigate a range of cases focused on electric and gas industry planning, distributed energy resource deployment, and equitable access to clean energy. Responsibilities will routinely include identifying key cases, developing and managing clients and client coalitions, working with experts to develop testimony, managing and coordinating discovery, cross-examining witnesses, drafting briefs and making oral arguments, and managing associate attorney(s), among other litigation responsibilities.
    • Represent ELPC before state public utility commissions, FERC, administrative agencies and appellate courts
    • Engage with impacted community and partner organizations to ensure advocacy reflects equity and environmental justice priorities
    • Monitor emerging legal, regulatory and market developments affecting clean energy and utility regulation
 
  • Work to execute multi-faceted clean energy policy campaigns, with assistance from other ELPC attorneys, communications experts, policy advocates, legislative advocates, and in coordination with colleagues from other regional and national advocacy organizations and industry representatives.
 
  • Develop and refine strategic direction for ELPC’s clean energy program, including assisting in fundraising to help the program grow.
 
  • Mentor junior attorneys, fellows and/or legal interns as applicable
 
  • Other duties, as assigned.

Education & Experience (years):
Juris Doctor degree
  • Minimum of 7 - 10 years of relevant legal experience, with a strong background and demonstrated interest in clean energy policy and electric/gas utility regulation.
  • At least two years of administrative litigation experience before state utility commissions or similar regulatory bodies preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Excellent legal research writing, oral advocacy and strategic analysis skills
  • Ability to manage complex legal matters independently, as well as work collaboratively
  • Commitment to environmental protection, decarbonization and equity-centered advocacy
  • Familiarity with utility planning processes, including IRPs and distribution planning

Estimated Travel:
  • 10 - 20% domestic travel

Salary:
For candidates who fully meet the requirements, the salary range is $127,500 - $145,000. ELPC also offers a very attractive benefits package competitive to leading national environmental non-profits. 
Application Process:
Please apply via our Careers site and include a cover letter.

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