We're looking for candidates with at least four years of experience in oil & gas law, primarily litigation and/or regulatory law or related similar experience.

This is a strong opportunity for an attorney looking to build a lasting practice in Santa Fe to be substantively involved with high-level work and client-facing engagement, with meaningful room to grow within an unparalleled client base, and to take on real ownership over time. Our Santa Fe office offers a flexible, collaborative environment that supports both the pace of a growing practice and a strong quality of life.

The ideal candidate is ready to contribute from day one, comfortable working both as part of a team and independently, and brings:

• An outstanding academic record
• Excellent drafting and communication skills
• Experience with (or clear potential for) large firm/client practice and expectations

Position Requirements

Ideal candidates will have at least four years of oil & gas, environmental, and/or water rights litigation experience and be interested in other water related work, such as water quality. Administrative litigation and regulatory experience is a plus. Candidates should be ready to immediately contribute to a team while also being comfortable working independently. Candidates must have an outstanding academic record, demonstrate excellent drafting and communication skills and have experience with, or potential to handle, large firm/client practice and expectations.

Compensation and Expectations

Holland & Hart's compensation is merit-based-you'll be evaluated on your individual performance and achievements and on your contributions to the team's efforts.

Our generous bonus program rewards financial contributions and hard work and associates are also eligible for fee splits.

Holland & Hart expects associates to invest 1800 hours on billable matters, 75 hours of pro bono/public service work (or 50 hours of pro bono legal work), in addition to at least 25 hours dedicated to Community-building, Diversity & Inclusion Investment hours. Contributions to the life of the firm is vital to the collective success of the firm, and we encourage our lawyers to engage in ways each person finds meaningful through various committees and firm activities.

Benefits Summary

Holland & Hart promotes work/life balance with a robust wellness program, unlimited PTO, a reduced time program, and a sabbatical program for eligible employees and partners. Full-time employees become eligible for benefits on the date of hire, with a benefits offering that includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, EAP, STD, and LTD. Additionally the firm provides enhanced parental leave for both primary and non-primary caregivers as well as an automatic Off Ramp/On Ramp program before and after parental leave. The firm offers inclusive fertility and family-forming benefits. Also available are voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurances, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match. In addition, the firm has programs that may provide for educational assistance, a subscription service for continuing legal education programs, free or discounted legal services, and opportunities through the Holland & Hart Foundation, which is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating volunteer opportunities for lawyers, staff, families, and friends of Holland & Hart LLP. Part-time employees may have access to some of these benefits, which may be on a pro-rated basis.

Application Process

Please apply directly online and be prepared to submit a resume, cover letter and law school transcripts. You may address your cover letter and/or direct application questions to Anna Bartle, Recruiting Coordinator [redacted]. No phone calls please. H&H is not currently partnering with agencies for this search.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position has been filled.