Staff Attorney, International Energy Transition

~ Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a long track record of success in partnering across borders to use US, foreign, and international law to protect the global environment. ~

Drawing on deep experience in foreign, US and international environmental, energy and human rights law, and foreign and international litigation, we work with partners in South Africa, Indonesia, Australia, Latin America and elsewhere on domestic and international legal advocacy to reduce dependence on dirty fossil fuels and speed the transition to clean energy.

Position Overview

Earthjustice is now accepting applications for a staff attorney position to join our growing team of lawyers working to advance clean energy solutions and speed the transition from dirty fossil fuels in key countries around the world. The attorney will focus on work with foreign nongovernmental organizations and institutions to develop regulatory frameworks for – and to remove obstacles to – the accelerated deployment of clean energy. The attorney will also work on a range of cases challenging fossil energy plants and projects in select countries.

The position will be part of our International Program, which is based in San Francisco, CA, and will collaborate closely with our Washington DC-based Clean Energy Program. For that reason, it is our strong preference that the position be based in San Francisco or Washington, DC, but another location may be considered in exceptional circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with foreign partners and allies, and with Earthjustice colleagues, to develop and implement legal advocacy and litigation strategies to support international clean energy and other program goals.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with foreign and US allies, co-counsel, clients and coalition partners in support of program goals.
• Serve as spokesperson for International Program and for Earthjustice.
• Supervise the work of associate attorneys, clerks and interns.
• Work effectively with other departments within Earthjustice, including Communications and Development.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree or equivalent non-US law degree.
• A minimum of six years of litigation or legal advocacy experience, as well as a demonstrated capacity to contribute to the development of government policies or regulations.
• Licensed to practice law in the US jurisdiction in which the attorney will be located, or a willingness and qualifications to apply for membership within one year of employment.
• Excellent litigation or legal advocacy skills, including legal research, writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Knowledge of and experience in clean energy issues, and foreign environmental or energy law.
• Proficiency in working with technical experts.
• Experience working in cross-cultural settings.
• Initiative, good judgment, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with clients, partners and staff.
• Ability to develop and maintain partnerships with community-based or other grassroots groups.
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally as needed.
• Commitment to serving the public interest.
• Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse and non-US cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
• Commitment to help create a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce and culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
• The ideal candidate will also have substantial experience working in another country, and professional fluency in a foreign language.

Compensation

• We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits.

To Apply

Please click "Apply" below to upload the following documents:

• Resume.
• One- or two-page cover letter that addresses at least the following subjects: (1) why you are drawn to this position and whether there are particular legal, environmental, or justice issues that inspire you; and (2) aspects of your background that demonstrate competence to work with diverse domestic and foreign clients and colleagues.
• Writing sample that demonstrates your own legal analysis and writing (i.e., not jointly written with or edited by other people).
• List of three references.

~ Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity ~