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INTRODUCTION
Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.
Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.
Langan is seeking a Contracts Attorney or Contract Manager to join its collaborative team. This individual will directly support Langan’s General Counsel and Assistant General Counsel and will play a key role in managing a wide range of contract matters across the firm. This role provides the opportunity to support diverse legal needs in an environment that presents evolving challenges and meaningful opportunities for growth.
The position is heavily focused on professional services agreements within the A/E/C industry, with the ability to expand into broader in-house responsibilities as the department continues to evolve. While the preferred location for this role is our corporate headquarters in Parsippany, NJ, or New York City, candidates in other geographies will be considered.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Draft, review, analyze, and interpret professional services agreements, subcontract agreements, and other commercial agreements (e.g., access agreements, reliance letters, lender consents, assignments);
- Prepare redlines, comments, summaries, and recommendations with respect to professional and subcontracted services agreements;
- Actively negotiate agreements with internal and external stakeholders;
- Support the General Counsel and Assistant Counsel with managing contracts, contract tracking, and refinement of contracting process;
- Support contract negotiations and escalate higher-risk items appropriately;
- Assist in completion of RFQs, certifications, prequalification forms, legal disclosures, and supplemental questionnaires;
- Draft legal correspondence such as demand letters for outstanding A/R;
- Manage filing of mechanic’s liens;
- Collaborate with internal teams to collect required data, approvals, and business input as needed; and
- Perform other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- JD preferred; but NOT required for this role;
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience for candidates with a JD, minimum 5 years of relevant experience for candidates without a JD;
- Experience supporting engineering, construction, or architectural firms strongly preferred;
- Experience with professional service agreements, subcontracts, or prime consultant agreements;
- Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience is a plus for non-lawyer candidates;
- Exceptional organization and prioritization skills;
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment;
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities; and
- Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment.
COMPENSATION
Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.
Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!
SALARY RANGE:
The estimated range for this role is: $120,000 - $150,000. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as related work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills. Certain roles may be eligible for overtime and participation in the firm's annual bonus and performance review program. Bonuses are discretionary and based on individual job performance and the profitability of the firm. Employees are also eligible to receive up to 20 days of paid vacation time, 10 days of paid sick time and 10 paid holidays throughout the year. Eligibility and actual paid time off may vary based on local law and factors such as hours worked, related work experience and level.
Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.

INTRODUCTION
Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.
Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.
Langan is seeking a Contracts Attorney or Contract Manager to join its collaborative team. This individual will directly support Langan’s General Counsel and Assistant General Counsel and will play a key role in managing a wide range of contract matters across the firm. This role provides the opportunity to support diverse legal needs in an environment that presents evolving challenges and meaningful opportunities for growth.
The position is heavily focused on professional services agreements within the A/E/C industry, with the ability to expand into broader in-house responsibilities as the department continues to evolve. While the preferred location for this role is our corporate headquarters in Parsippany, NJ, or New York City, candidates in other geographies will be considered.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Draft, review, analyze, and interpret professional services agreements, subcontract agreements, and other commercial agreements (e.g., access agreements, reliance letters, lender consents, assignments);
- Prepare redlines, comments, summaries, and recommendations with respect to professional and subcontracted services agreements;
- Actively negotiate agreements with internal and external stakeholders;
- Support the General Counsel and Assistant Counsel with managing contracts, contract tracking, and refinement of contracting process;
- Support contract negotiations and escalate higher-risk items appropriately;
- Assist in completion of RFQs, certifications, prequalification forms, legal disclosures, and supplemental questionnaires;
- Draft legal correspondence such as demand letters for outstanding A/R;
- Manage filing of mechanic’s liens;
- Collaborate with internal teams to collect required data, approvals, and business input as needed; and
- Perform other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- JD preferred; but NOT required for this role;
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience for candidates with a JD, minimum 5 years of relevant experience for candidates without a JD;
- Experience supporting engineering, construction, or architectural firms strongly preferred;
- Experience with professional service agreements, subcontracts, or prime consultant agreements;
- Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience is a plus for non-lawyer candidates;
- Exceptional organization and prioritization skills;
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment;
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities; and
- Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment.
COMPENSATION
Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.
Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!
SALARY RANGE:
The estimated range for this role is: $120,000 - $150,000. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as related work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills. Certain roles may be eligible for overtime and participation in the firm's annual bonus and performance review program. Bonuses are discretionary and based on individual job performance and the profitability of the firm. Employees are also eligible to receive up to 20 days of paid vacation time, 10 days of paid sick time and 10 paid holidays throughout the year. Eligibility and actual paid time off may vary based on local law and factors such as hours worked, related work experience and level.
Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Environmental Attorney
Certify your foreign law credentials early
A foreign law degree alone rarely satisfies EB-2 or EB-3 specialty occupation standards. Get your credentials evaluated by a NACES-recognized agency and document any U.S. bar admissions, LLM degrees, or equivalent qualifications before approaching employers about sponsorship.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Law firms handling EPA enforcement, corporate environmental compliance teams, and federal contractors regularly sponsor foreign attorneys through PERM. Use DOL's OFLC Wage Search to identify employers who have filed prevailing wage determinations for attorney roles in your target city.
Understand how PERM recruitment rules affect your timeline
Your employer must run a DOL-mandated recruitment process before filing your PERM application, including job postings, newspaper ads, and internal notices. This recruitment window typically runs 30 to 60 days and must be completed before USCIS sees your I-140 petition.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter Environmental Attorney roles by green card sponsorship history on Migrate Mate to find employers who have completed the PERM process for similar positions, so you're not asking a hiring manager to start a process they've never run before.
Negotiate sponsorship into your offer letter explicitly
Ask for written confirmation of PERM sponsorship commitment, employer-paid filing fees, and a timeline for I-140 filing before you accept an offer. Environmental law roles often involve long engagement windows, and an undocumented verbal agreement won't protect you if leadership changes.
Check the O*NET profile to confirm specialty occupation status
The O*NET occupation profile for Environmental Attorneys lists the typical education and knowledge requirements that support EB-2 and EB-3 classification. Reviewing it helps you align your resume language with the DOL job description your employer will submit in the PERM application.
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Find Environmental Attorney JobsEnvironmental Attorney Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Environmental Attorney role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Environmental Attorney positions typically qualify for both EB-2 and EB-3, depending on how your employer structures the job requirements. EB-2 applies when the role requires an advanced degree such as a JD plus an LLM or significant specialized experience. EB-3 covers positions requiring at least a bachelor's degree plus professional licensure. Most attorney roles meet EB-2 standards given the JD requirement, but your employer's PERM job description ultimately controls the classification.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Environmental Attorneys?
H-1B is a temporary work authorization requiring renewal every three years, subject to the annual lottery cap for most applicants. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 is permanent and has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries outside India and China. The PERM process takes longer upfront, often 18 to 24 months from labor certification through I-140 approval, but it eliminates recurring lottery uncertainty and leads to lawful permanent residency.
What makes the PERM process more complex for law firm roles specifically?
Law firms must meet strict DOL recruitment documentation requirements, including posting the position at a prevailing wage that reflects the specialized environmental law practice area. Some firms resist PERM sponsorship for associates because the recruitment advertising requirements can signal an open position to clients or lateral candidates. Understanding this dynamic helps you identify which employers have an established PERM workflow versus those encountering the process for the first time.
How can I find Environmental Attorney jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Most job postings don't explicitly advertise green card sponsorship, which makes it hard to filter for employers willing to run the PERM process. Migrate Mate lets you search Environmental Attorney roles specifically by green card sponsorship history, so you can focus on employers who have already completed PERM filings for similar positions rather than starting the conversation from scratch with every hiring manager.
Can I switch employers after my PERM is filed but before my green card is approved?
Changing employers after PERM certification but before your I-140 is approved generally requires restarting the entire labor certification process with your new employer. Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date has been pending for 180 days or more, you may be able to port your priority date to a new employer in the same or similar occupational classification under AC21 portability provisions. Consulting an immigration attorney before making any move is strongly recommended.
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