Associate Attorney, Clean Energy Program

Position Description Earthjustice seeks an Associate Attorney to join our growing team of lawyers who work to accelerate a shift from coal- and gas‑fired electricity generation and to advance clean energy throughout the country. The Associate Attorney will reside in our Clean Energy Program, focusing on litigation, advocacy and strategy before state public utility commissions, administrative bodies, and in courts in support of an equitable transition to clean, affordable, and reliable energy. The work will include combatting fossil‑fuel‑fired generation, with a focus on emerging climate threats in the near‑term that could jeopardize progress toward a clean energy future. The Associate Attorney position is a three‑year position with the opportunity for extension. Many Associates have gone on to other more senior positions within Earthjustice or have joined other public‑interest organizations. The Associate Attorney will be based in one of the Clean Energy Program’s home offices: New York, NY; Washington, D.C.; Philadelphia, PA; Chicago, IL; San Francisco, CA; or Los Angeles, CA. The team works on a hybrid schedule. Responsibilities Associate Attorneys perform a range of work, in partnership with senior attorneys and professional staff, to investigate, develop, and prosecute administrative appeals and litigation including: factual investigation, legal research, case development, record review, client engagement, expert evidence and witness development, motions practice and brief writing, oral advocacy, and appellate advocacy. As Associate Attorneys gain experience, their case load may include cases for which they have primary responsibility under the supervision of a senior attorney, in addition to matters on which they work in a supporting role with senior attorneys. Specific responsibilities include: Work closely with Earthjustice attorneys and professional staff to investigate, develop and advance litigation and administrative advocacy that serves a diverse set of clients. Participate in the full range of tasks involved in energy advocacy and litigation, including factual investigation, legal research and analysis, memo and brief writing, expert testimony, hearings, and more. Engage in proceedings before state and federal courts, public utility commissions, and other administrative tribunals. Represent Earthjustice at remote and in‑person venues and meetings with clients, partners, co‑counsel, opposing counsel, technical experts, and agency staff. Prepare comments on proposed agency actions, permits, and environmental review documents. Assist in reviewing and/or drafting policies including regulations, legislation, etc., in tandem with legal advocacy to address cutting‑edge environmental issues. Support efforts to ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences. Develop skills required to serve as a spokesperson to media. Participate in hiring and supervision of student law clerks and externs. #J-18808-Ljbffr National Legal Aid & Defender Association