ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Water Attorney Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Jobot

Real Estate Attorney

Denver, CO

$200K - $300K/yr

You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy #legal #commercial #water #attorney #real-estate #business #colorado #tier3

Food & Water Watch

Staff Attorney

$72K - $90K/yr

Water Watch (FWW) is looking for a Staff Attorney I to join our legal team and help advance our docket of litigation and other legal strategies aimed at furthering our mission and campaigns, with a ...

Food and Water Watch

Staff Attorney

$72K - $90K/yr

Staff Attorney I Food & Water Watch (FWW) is looking for a Staff Attorney I to join our legal team and help advance our docket of litigation and other legal strategies aimed at furthering our mission ...

Jobot

Water Law Attorney (7+ years)

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site +1

$175K - $225K/yr

A Large Salt Lake City firm seeking Attorney with 7+ years of Water Law Experience! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Bryan Thompson Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and ...

Department of Water Resources

Attorney IV

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$11K - $16K/mo

We manage California's water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water ... ATTORNEY IV Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to ...

Department of Water Resources

Attorney IV

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$11K - $16K/mo

We manage California's water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water ... ATTORNEY IV Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsWater Attorney Jobs

Water Attorney information

See salary details

$46K

$108.2K

$172.5K

How much do water attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for water attorney in the United States is $108,160.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $130,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a water attorney?

Water attorneys are lawyers who specialize in water law, which involves the legal rights and regulations surrounding the use, distribution, and protection of water resources. They represent individuals, businesses, government agencies, and water districts in matters such as water rights disputes, permitting, water quality issues, and compliance with state and federal water regulations. Water attorneys often provide guidance on securing and transferring water rights, navigating complex environmental laws, and resolving conflicts over water usage. Their work is critical in regions where water is scarce or heavily regulated, ensuring that clients comply with laws while advocating for their interests.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a water attorney, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Water Attorney, you need a solid background in environmental or water law, a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, and admission to the state bar. Familiarity with legal research tools, water rights databases, and regulatory compliance systems is typically required. Strong negotiation, analytical thinking, and effective communication set standout professionals apart in representing clients and navigating complex legal frameworks. These skills are crucial for advocating effectively, ensuring compliance with water laws, and resolving disputes in a highly specialized legal field.

What is the difference between Water Attorney vs Water Rights Specialist?

AspectWater AttorneyWater Rights Specialist
CredentialsLaw degree, bar license, specialized water law certificationsEnvironmental or water resource degree, certifications in water management
Work EnvironmentLegal firms, government agencies, courtsEnvironmental agencies, consulting firms, government offices
Industry UsageLegal representation, policy advising, litigationWater resource management, compliance, data analysis

Water Attorneys focus on legal aspects of water law, representing clients in disputes and advising on regulations. Water Rights Specialists concentrate on managing and analyzing water resources, ensuring compliance with laws. Both roles often collaborate but serve different functions within the water industry.

What are some common challenges a water attorney faces when working with clients on water rights disputes?

A Water Attorney often navigates complex and sometimes ambiguous water laws, especially when dealing with overlapping state, federal, and local regulations. Clients may face disputes over water allocations, usage rights, or environmental compliance, requiring the attorney to conduct thorough historical research and coordinate with engineers or environmental consultants. Additionally, Water Attorneys must often balance the interests of multiple stakeholders—such as farmers, municipalities, and conservation groups—while advocating for their client. Effective negotiation and the ability to translate technical data into legal arguments are key to managing these challenges.
More about Water Attorney jobs
What cities are hiring for Water Attorney jobs? Cities with the most Water Attorney job openings:
What states have the most Water Attorney jobs? States with the most job openings for Water Attorney jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Water Attorney jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Water Attorney jobs are:
Water Attorney jobs near you
Infographic showing various Water Attorney job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 74% Physical, 8% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,160 per year, or $52 per hour.

Real Estate Attorney

Jobot

Denver, CO

$200K - $300K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Karyn Spies
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $200,000 - $300,000 per year
A bit about us:
---------
Colorado-based business law firm focused primarily on business and corporate law, real estate, estate planning, banking/finance, tax, and commercial litigation. The firm has been recognized in publications such as Best Lawyers / Best Law Firms and Super Lawyers with a strong reputation in Colorado’s business-law and real-estate-law community. Their client base includes businesses and entrepreneurs, real estate developers/investors, agricultural and ranching operations, banks and lenders, and high-net-worth individuals needing estate planning or succession planning.
Why join us?
---------
  • Competitive compensation structure
  • Group health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance benefits
  • Flexible PTO
  • Retirement plan with matching contributions
  • Supportive and collaborative firm culture
  • Healthy work-life balance

Job Details
---------
We are looking for a senior-level attorney with a strong background in real estate and/or business litigation to join our growing firm. This is an outstanding opportunity for an entrepreneurial attorney looking to expand an established practice within a collaborative and highly respected Colorado-based law firm.
Qualifications
  • Significant experience handling corporate and business transactions
  • Portable business of no less than $400,000
  • Strong client relationship and business development skills
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical abilities
  • Commitment to client service and collaborative teamwork
  • Licensed to practice law in Colorado or eligible for admission

Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy #legal #commercial #water #attorney #real-estate #business #colorado #tier3
Jobot logo

About Jobot

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

Jobot is a revolutionary Recruiting Rirm that combines the latest in AI technology with our custom software, Jax, and partners it with Jobot Pros experienced recruiters to fill jobs and provide incredible service to our clients and candidates in the process. We are disrupting the Recruiting space and have grown from 0 to over 750 folks in 5 years. Jobot is committed to workplace flexibility. Come join us at the beautiful Jobot House in Newport Beach, CA or work from anywhere in the United States with strong WiFi. We have recruiters in New York, Hawaii and all over the US. We typically fly top performers to California a few times a year to enjoy the weather and celebrate in style.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Irvine, CA, US

Year founded

2018

View All Jobot Jobs

Apply