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TAPPAN LAW FIRM PLLC

Associate Attorney

Helena, MT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Candidate must have significant interest in water law and property disputes, contracts, and public lands law * Candidate must demonstrate a high level of honesty and integrity, recognizing the highly ...

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Transactional/Municipal Law Attorney

Citrus Heights, CA · Hybrid

$170K - $200K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... water law, election law, First Amendment issues, medical marijuana regulation, fair housing, group home regulation, and other municipal law matters. • Work directly with city staff, public ...

TAPPAN LAW FIRM PLLC

Associate Attorney

Helena, MT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Candidate must have significant interest in water law and property disputes, contracts, and public lands law * Candidate must demonstrate a high level of honesty and integrity, recognizing the highly ...

TAPPAN LAW FIRM PLLC

Associate Attorney

Helena, MT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Candidate must have significant interest in water law and property disputes, contracts, and public lands law * Candidate must demonstrate a high level of honesty and integrity, recognizing the highly ...

Jobtailor

Water Program Director

Bozeman, MT · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Understanding of western water law and experience working with water users and water management agencies * Understanding of coldwater fisheries conservation, including the concepts and practices of ...

CDM Smith

Senior Water Resources Engineer

Columbia, SC · On-site

... law and regulations; watershed management; water supply planning and systems; and water quality, etc.). Providing technical guidance, technical reviews, mentoring, and training to more junior staff.

Borton Petrini, LLP

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Litigation Attorney

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$110K - $165K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Our attorneys offer proven expertise in civil litigation, family law, bankruptcy, estate and tax planning, land use, insurance law, corporate law, employment law, public entity, water law ...

Borton Petrini, LLP

Litigation Attorney

Bakersfield, CA · On-site

$110K - $165K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Our attorneys offer proven expertise in civil litigation, family law, bankruptcy, estate and tax planning, land use, insurance law, corporate law, employment law, public entity, water law ...

Borton Petrini, LLP

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Litigation Attorney

San Diego, CA · Remote

$110K - $165K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Our attorneys offer proven expertise in civil litigation, family law, bankruptcy, estate and tax planning, land use, insurance law, corporate law, employment law, public entity, water law ...

Pae

Law Clerk II

Denver, CO · On-site

$46.10/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Works complex water law cases performing research and analysis for addressing legal and historic questions. * Drafts motions, briefs, and legal memoranda for dozens of cases and numerous state and ...

City of Northglenn

Water Resources Administrator

Denver, CO · On-site

$97K - $137K/yr

Considerable knowledge of various components of raw water systems including Colorado water law, water supply planning and management, and conservation and drought management. Strong ethics standards ...

State of Wyoming

Surface Water Professional 2026-01966

Cheyenne, WY · On-site

$5.6K - $6.2K/mo

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Knowledge of Wyoming water law; policies, procedures, and business practices of the State Engineer's Office; geologic, and irrigation principles and practices; flow measuring devices; legal land ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for water law in the United States is $26.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $30.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectWater LawWater Rights Specialist
CredentialsJD or equivalent, legal licensingBachelor's or Master's in environmental or water resource fields, often with certifications
Work EnvironmentLegal firms, government agencies, courtsEnvironmental consulting firms, government agencies, water resource companies
Industry UsageLegal practice, policy development, litigationWater rights assessment, compliance, resource management

While Water Law involves the legal aspects of water rights, regulations, and policies, Water Rights Specialists focus on assessing, managing, and ensuring compliance with water rights within environmental and resource management contexts. Both roles often collaborate but serve different functions within the water industry.

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Associate Attorney

TAPPAN LAW FIRM PLLC

Helena, MT • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Tappan Law Firm is a small firm representing numerous clients from individual landowners with single-issue property disputes to large businesses with complex permitting and land-use demands. Successful candidates will have extensive knowledge in water rights adjudication and disputes, property disputes, and contractual disputes. Salary is highly competitive and dependent on experience. This position is for an entry to mid-level Associate.
  • Candidate must have a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and admission to practice, in good standing, in Montana
  • Candidate must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present complex information to any audience
  • Candidate must have significant interest in water law and property disputes, contracts, and public lands law
  • Candidate must demonstrate a high level of honesty and integrity, recognizing the highly confidential nature of client interactions
  • Candidate must have a history of collaboration and relationship building within and outside of their organization
  • Candidate must be highly organized and detail oriented
  • Candidate must be able to juggle several projects simultaneously and be deadline driven
  • Candidate must demonstrate strong research, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Application Process: Please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and two references to rctappan@tappanlawfirm.com. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please do not hesitate to email or call with any questions.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance