✨ About The Role
- The Senior Attorney will lead complex climate and energy cases before various regulatory bodies and courts.
- Responsibilities include preparing legal documents such as pleadings, briefs, and oral arguments in both state and federal proceedings.
- The role involves collaboration with media, policy, and legislation teams to leverage legal advocacy for positive change.
- Mentoring and training junior attorneys and interns will be a key aspect of the position.
- The attorney will engage with community groups and environmental justice organizations to cultivate partnerships and representation.
- The focus will be on promoting clean energy resources and ensuring an equitable transition to a clean energy future.
âš¡ Requirements
- The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctorate (JD) degree and be admitted or willing to seek admission to the Colorado bar.
- A minimum of six years of legal experience, particularly in litigation and regulatory proceedings, is essential for success in this role.
- Strong research, analytical, writing, and communication skills are required, with trial and appellate litigation skills being a plus.
- Experience in advocacy related to clean energy and energy justice issues is strongly preferred.
- The candidate should demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain partnerships with community-based or grassroots groups.
- A commitment to public interest work and a passion for environmental justice will be crucial for this position.