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Environmental Attorney in Boston

Date Posted: 05 November 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

I'm recruiting environmental attorneys for Boston-area law firms. You'd counsel clients on regulatory, transactional, and litigation matters at the intersection of law, science, and business.

What you'll do

  • Advise on compliance under federal and Massachusetts environmental laws, including Chapter 21E and the MCP
  • Handle permitting matters with MassDEP and EPA
  • Support environmental diligence for real estate and corporate deals
  • Litigate cost recovery, enforcement, and CERCLA matters
  • Counsel clients on energy, climate, and land use issues

What you bring

  • JD and an active Massachusetts bar license
  • About 3-8 years of environmental law experience
  • Comfort working with technical consultants and data
  • Strong writing and client counseling skills

Compensation and benefits

  • Strong compensation and good benefits
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Bar dues and CLE support
  • Hybrid flexibility where available

Apply here or reach out to Jessica at 605-846-8647 or jessica.merkel@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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