Hiring: Environmental & Energy Law Attorney Company: Orion Placement Location: Albany, NY Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 13:39:34 Employment Type: Remote About the job Experience: •4 to 7 years of relevant experience are especially encouraged to apply. •4 to 7 years of relevant experience preferred, although more senior candidates may be considered •3+ years of directly relevant environmental and energy law experience including land use matters, and hold a JD from an accredited U.S. law school. Candidates with 4 to 7 years of relevant experience are especially encouraged to apply. •3+ years of directly relevant environmental and energy law experience •7 years of relevant experience preferred, although more senior candidates may be considered Required Skills: •Advise clients on environmental, energy, land use, permitting, and related regulatory matters •Research and analyze complex environmental and land use laws, regulations, and agency requirements •Draft legal memoranda, correspondence, agreements, applications, and other substantive legal documents •Assist clients in navigating regulatory approvals, compliance matters, and development-related issues •Work directly with clients, government agencies, consultants, and other stakeholders •Manage matters with increasing independence while collaborating closely with experienced attorneys •Develop practical legal strategies that balance regulatory requirements with clients' business and project objectives Qualifications: •Active New York Bar admission •JD from an accredited U.S. law school •Meaningful experience with land use matters •Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills •Demonstrated capacity to independently manage substantive assignments and client matters •Relevant private practice, government, in-house, or solo practice backgrounds may be considered •Why You Will Love Working Here •Sophisticated work in a highly specialized and respected practice area •Meaningful responsibility and direct involvement with clients •Collaborative environment with experienced attorneys who value practical problem solving Compensation: •$105,000 - $155,000 / year •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!