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K2 Ascend

Environmental Attorney

Detroit, MI · Hybrid

Environmental Attorney Location: Detroit, Troy, Ann Arbor, Lansing, or Grand Rapids Compensation ... Flexible depending on experience, practice focus, and portable book of business Type: Full-Time, ...

Direct Counsel

Sr. Environmental Attorney

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$315K - $435K/yr

Sr. Environmental Attorney Location : California Offices (Century City, Downtown LA, Orange County ... The anticipated base salary range for this full-time role is $315,000 to $345,000 per year, with ...

Direct Counsel

Sr. Environmental Attorney

San Diego, CA · On-site

$315K - $435K/yr

Sr. Environmental Attorney Location : California Offices (Century City, Downtown LA, Orange County ... The anticipated base salary range for this full-time role is $315,000 to $345,000 per year, with ...

Direct Counsel

Sr. Environmental Attorney

Orange, CA

$315K - $435K/yr

Sr. Environmental Attorney Location : California Offices (Century City, Downtown LA, Orange County ... The anticipated base salary range for this full-time role is $315,000 to $345,000 per year, with ...

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Environmental Attorney

Albany, NY · Hybrid

$160K/yr

... Full-Time | Partner / Senior Counsel Level Join a Leading Practice at the Intersection of Law ... Environmental & Commercial Real Estate Attorney to join its expanding practice. This role offers ...

Wainwright & Associates, P.A.

Lawyer

$90K - $100K/yr

... environment. This role offers the flexibility to work from home while contributing to a growing ... Compensation and Benefits: * $90,000-$100,000 (annual salary) * 100% Remote Full-Time Position

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How much do full time environmental lawyer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time environmental lawyer 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 is the difference between Full Time Environmental Lawyer vs Environmental Legal Consultant?

AspectFull Time Environmental LawyerEnvironmental Legal Consultant
CredentialsJuris Doctor (JD), State Bar AdmissionLegal background, often JD, but not always licensed
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agenciesIndependent, consulting firms, or in-house teams
Employer & Industry UsageLegal practice, environmental regulation, compliance

Full Time Environmental Lawyers typically hold a JD and are licensed attorneys working within law firms, corporations, or government agencies to handle environmental legal matters. Environmental Legal Consultants may have legal backgrounds but often work independently or as part of consulting firms, providing specialized advice without necessarily being licensed attorneys. Both roles focus on environmental law, but the full-time lawyer is more integrated into formal legal practice, while consultants offer flexible, project-based support.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Environmental Lawyer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $132,377 per year, or $63.6 per hour.

Environmental Attorney

K2 Ascend

Detroit, MI • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Environmental Attorney


Location: Detroit, Troy, Ann Arbor, Lansing, or Grand Rapids

Compensation: Flexible depending on experience, practice focus, and portable book of business

Type: Full-Time, Hybrid


About the Opportunity


A highly respected and growth-oriented law firm is seeking an Environmental Attorney to join its expanding environmental and land use practice in Michigan. This is a high-priority, succession-planning opportunity offering long-term growth potential for an attorney interested in building a lasting practice within a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.


The firm is open to experienced attorneys coming from private practice, government, or in-house environmental counsel backgrounds. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical environmental law experience and the ability to advise clients on complex compliance, permitting, remediation, enforcement, and transactional matters. While a portable book of business is welcomed, the firm places a stronger emphasis on substantive environmental expertise, client service, and long-term fit.


This role offers the opportunity to work with sophisticated public and private sector clients across a broad range of environmental matters, including regulatory compliance, land use, energy and industrial development, hazardous waste, permitting, environmental litigation support, and transactional risk management. Attorneys are given meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and strong support for continued professional growth and business development.


The firm offers strong hybrid flexibility, a collaborative culture, and a platform designed for attorneys looking to grow their practice over the long term.


What You’ll Do


• Advise clients on environmental compliance, permitting, remediation, and enforcement matters

• Counsel clients on federal and state environmental regulatory requirements

• Draft and review legal memoranda, motions, briefs, discovery responses, contracts, and regulatory agreements

• Handle environmental aspects of business transactions, development projects, and asset transfers

• Assist clients with minimizing environmental liability risks tied to operations, acquisitions, and redevelopment projects

• Represent clients in administrative proceedings, litigation matters, and regulatory negotiations

• Conduct legal research related to environmental, administrative, and land use law

• Work closely with clients across industries including manufacturing, energy, waste management, and industrial development

• Participate in client development initiatives and relationship management efforts

• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple offices and practice groups


What You Bring


• 6–10+ years of environmental law experience preferred

• Strong knowledge of CERCLA, RCRA, CWA, CAA, TSCA, FIFRA, and Michigan NREPA regulations

• Experience advising on environmental compliance, permitting, remediation, or enforcement matters

• Background handling environmental aspects of transactions, development projects, or industrial operations preferred

• Experience with environmental litigation, administrative proceedings, or regulatory negotiations is a plus

• Strong legal writing, analytical, and communication skills

• Ability to manage matters independently while working collaboratively with clients and colleagues

• Michigan Bar admission or eligibility for admission by start date

• Portable business development experience is valued but not required

• In-house environmental counsel experience is strongly considered


What’s Offered


• Unlimited PTO for Attorneys

• 401(k) with 3% employer contribution

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• Paid Parking

• Professional Dues

• Associate Attorney Student Loan Repayment Program

• Wellness Programs

• Hybrid flexibility

• Strong collaborative culture

• Long-term growth opportunities