International law firm headquartered in Washington, D.C. is seeking an Environmental Associate with 3-6 years of experience in environmental, administrative, or regulatory law to join its preeminent national chemical practice to work in its Washington, D.C. Office.  Experience with the following is preferred, but not required: pesticides (FIFRA), chemical control (TSCA), FTC Act, or occupational safety and health (OSHA). Responsibilities may include direct contact counseling clients, enforcement defense, drafting of opinion letters and memorandum, preparing rulemaking comments, and representing coalitions and trade associations.  Candidate should possess strong academic credentials, analytical, writing, and interpersonal skills, and the ability to assume immediate responsibility.  Demonstrated comfort with regulatory, technical, and government policy issues is essential.  Background and experience in science is ideal but not required.  Given the firm’s team approach and extensive client contact, ability to relate with a variety of people is imperative.

We offer a convenient Metro Center address, a professional and friendly work environment, an excellent benefits package, salary commensurate with experience, and bonus plan.  The salary range is: $178,000 - $225,000 which represents the presently anticipated low and high end of our salary range for this position.  Actual salary may vary based on various factors, including but not limited to job-related experience.  A full and comprehensive healthcare package is offered (medical, prescription drugs, vision, and dental). 

Send resume, cover letter, transcript, and writing sample to Jennifer Ireland, Human Resources and Recruitment Manager, Keller and Heckman LLP, 1001 G Street, NW, Suite 500 West, Washington, D.C. 20001 to careers@khlaw.com.  E.O.E.

About Keller and Heckman LLP

Keller and Heckman, founded in 1962, has a broad practice in the areas of regulatory law, litigation, and business transactions, serving both domestic and international clients. Our firm is a pioneer in the use of interdisciplinary approaches to problem-solving. Since 1971, we have had an in-house scientific staff that works closely with the firm's attorneys on matters of technical complexity. Many of our attorneys also have government experience and expertise in multiple areas of the law. Keller and Heckman represents a wide spectrum of companies and trade associations servicing a range of industries, including food and food additives, plastics, pesticides, industrial and specialty chemicals, drugs and medical devices, transportation, and telecommunications. The firm's practice covers the diverse regulatory areas that affect these industries, as well as business counseling and litigation issues. Our attorneys and scientists emphasize creative service to clients involved in the development of new products, services, and markets. Our attorneys and staff serve clients from offices in Washington, DC, Brussels, San Francisco, Shanghai, and Boulder. We are also a member of Mackrel...l International, a network of 90 independent law firms in more than 170 offices in 60 countries. By our membership in Mackrell International, we are able to assist our clients in satisfying their legal requirements across the globe.

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