Municipal Land Use Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Municipal Land Use Attorney in San Jose, CA. The firm provides comprehensive legal services in public law and municipal representation, advising various public agencies across California. The position requires 3-8 years of experience in land use and zoning, with a focus on delivering strategic and effective representation.

Duties

• Conduct land use due diligence and permitting, assessing options for new projects and site redevelopment.
• Set strategies to achieve client developer goals and assist throughout the permitting process.
• Provide practical, client-focused advice on complex legal and regulatory issues.
• Maintain substantive land use and transactional experience.
• Regularly update clients on the progress of their matters.

Requirements

• Demonstrated interest in public agency representation.
• Experience with CEQA, NEPA, and other environmental protection laws.
• Proficiency in planning and zoning law.
• Excellent writing, research, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Strong work ethic, self-starter, and team-oriented mindset.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to navigate complex legal frameworks.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement option.
• Reasonable billable hours requirement.
• Annual discretionary and billable hours bonuses.
• Competitive health insurance benefits.
• 401(k) with a partial match.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
228 Hamilton Ave, 3rd Floor
Palo Alto
California
United States 94301
Phone : (650) 752-1500
Fax : (213) 895-7306