Associate Attorney

Heplerbroom Llc • Springfield, IL

5d • $110,000 - $130,000 • Onsite

About The Position

HeplerBroom LLC, a large defense firm, is currently seeking a licensed Associate Attorney with at least 2+ years of environmental law experience for our Springfield Office. This is an ideal opportunity for attorneys with an interest in gaining experience in environmental law.

Requirements

• Licensed Associate Attorney with at least 2+ years of environmental law experience
• Good standing with the Illinois bar
• Strong interest and desire to learn environmental law
• Strong research skills
• Strong writing skills
• Strong analytical skills

Nice To Haves

• Deposition experience

Responsibilities

• Assess strategy and prepare documents for responding to environmental violations alleged by Illinois EPA and USEPA
• Participate in meetings with clients and regulators regarding environmental permitting and alleged violations
• Make court appearances and appear at hearings before the Illinois Pollution Control Board
• Research, analyze, and interpret law sources such as statutes, rules and regulations, ordinances, court decisions, and legal opinions
• Assist with document review
• Conduct depositions
• Write motions, and responses to discovery
• Monitor routine case files to ensure deadlines are maintained; investigate facts and legal matters to determine causes of action

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Associate attorney eligible total compensation ranges from $110,000 to $130,000 annually, commensurate with experience, with the potential for annual performance-based raises and discretionary bonuses.
• Attractive base salary reviewed annually, structured associate bonus program, and year-end bonus recognizing non-billable efforts such as pro bono work and professional development.
• Professional Development: Access to in-house CLE programs, legal association membership support, and a structured mentor program.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple health benefit options, generous 401K and profit-sharing programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed