This is an ongoing partner-level search, handled confidentially. The mandate is reviewed on a rolling basis with the client, and the description below is the current version.

Nationally recognized law practice is seeking a lateral partner to join its Wilmington office to lead and grow environmental compliance and regulatory work. The role will advise corporate and public-sector clients on environmental regulatory matters, permitting, enforcement defense, and transactional environmental due diligence.

Ideal candidates will have substantial experience with state and federal environmental regulations and a track record handling complex compliance matters. Experience with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) matters is desirable.

Established partner-level experience in environmental compliance, regulatory matters, and permitting.
Strong record of client development and relationship management in the environmental or land-use space.
Practical experience with state and federal environmental statutes and enforcement defense; CEQA experience desired.
Portable book of business of $2M+ (USD)

If the brief does not read like an exact match, it is usually still worth talking — partner briefs move with the candidate.

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