<p>The Southern Environmental Law Center is accepting applications for
two-year associate attorney positions in its Charlottesville, VA; Chapel Hill,
NC; and Charleston, SC offices. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of
an organization that is successfully addressing some of the most important and
challenging environmental issues in the Southeast and the nation. Associates
gain valuable experience and knowledge working with more senior attorneys on
litigation and legal advocacy in state and federal courts and regulatory
agencies. <br><br>
About SELC: With offices across the region (core offices in Charlottesville, VA; Chapel Hill, NC; and Atlanta, GA; and satellite offices in Asheville, NC; Charleston, SC; Birmingham, AL; Washington, DC; and Richmond, VA), SELC uses law and policy expertise to protect the South’s natural resources—its land, air, water, coast and wetlands—and to preserve our rural countryside and community character. Although our regional focus is the Southeast, much of our work is national in scope and impact. <br><br>
Our approach is unique—and successful. We work in Congress and state legislatures to inform environmental law; in regulatory agencies to implement environmental laws and policies; and in the courts to stop the worst abuses of southern resources and set precedents to ensure their lasting protection. SELC works collaboratively with over 100 national, state, and local groups to enhance their efficacy and achieve our common conservation goals. Our legal and policy staff comprises some of the nation’s leading experts in their respective fields, and over its 24-year history, SELC has earned a reputation as one of the most effective environmental organizations in the country. We currently have a staff of 86, including 45 attorneys. Additional information regarding our work and staff is available at southernenvironment.org.</p>
About SELC: With offices across the region (core offices in Charlottesville, VA; Chapel Hill, NC; and Atlanta, GA; and satellite offices in Asheville, NC; Charleston, SC; Birmingham, AL; Washington, DC; and Richmond, VA), SELC uses law and policy expertise to protect the South’s natural resources—its land, air, water, coast and wetlands—and to preserve our rural countryside and community character. Although our regional focus is the Southeast, much of our work is national in scope and impact. <br><br>
Our approach is unique—and successful. We work in Congress and state legislatures to inform environmental law; in regulatory agencies to implement environmental laws and policies; and in the courts to stop the worst abuses of southern resources and set precedents to ensure their lasting protection. SELC works collaboratively with over 100 national, state, and local groups to enhance their efficacy and achieve our common conservation goals. Our legal and policy staff comprises some of the nation’s leading experts in their respective fields, and over its 24-year history, SELC has earned a reputation as one of the most effective environmental organizations in the country. We currently have a staff of 86, including 45 attorneys. Additional information regarding our work and staff is available at southernenvironment.org.</p>
Qualifications and Salary: These entry level positions are open to recent law graduates and practicing attorneys. A strong academic background and commitment to SELC’s mission are required. Litigation or environmental advocacy experience preferred. Salary $53-57,000 depending on experience and includes excellent benefits package. Start date is summer or early fall 2011. Interested persons should apply now.
Salary $53-57,000 depending on experience and includes excellent benefits package.
Chapel Hill, NC; Charlottesville, VA; Charleston, SC
To Apply: Please indicate clearly in your cover letter if you wish to be considered for a particular office or all offices. Send (1) letter of interest, (2) resume, (3) law school transcript and (4) at least three references to the following:
• For Charlottesville, to Amy Day at aday@selcva.org or mail to Amy Day, SELC, 201 West Main Street, Suite #14, Charlottesville, VA 22902.
• For Chapel Hill, to Brenda Kenion at bkenion@selcnc.org or mail to Brenda Kenion, SELC, 200 West Franklin St., Suite 330, Chapel Hill, NC 27516.
• For Charleston, to Jessica McFadden at jmcfadden@selcsc.org or mail to Jessica McFadden, SELC, P.O. Box 609, Charleston, SC 29402.
SELC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is continually seeking to diversify its staff. We strongly encourage applications from persons of all ethnic backgrounds.
Dec 31, 2010 05:00 PM
Southern Environmental Law Center
See application instructions above
Website:
http://www.southernenvironment.org
