Municipal Law Associate

A law firm seeks an experienced associate attorney to join its team in Irvine, CA, focusing on municipal transactional law. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work with public agency clients on a wide range of legal issues, including land use, open meeting laws, election law, and more. The firm offers flexibility with optional remote work and fosters an inclusive, collaborative, and diverse workplace. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience handling municipal law matters and will be comfortable with public meetings and drafting various legal documents.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel to public agency clients on a range of municipal issues, including land use, open meeting laws, election law, conflicts of interest, free speech regulations, and public safety matters.
• Draft ordinances, resolutions, and other legal documents for municipal clients.
• Advise on legal and regulatory matters related to public agency operations.
• Attend and advise during public meetings and hearings.
• Handle various transactional and advisory aspects of municipal law, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy and client relationships.

Requirements:

• Must be admitted to the State Bar of California.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in municipal transactional law, including land use, public meetings, conflicts of interest, and election law.
• Experience in drafting ordinances and resolutions and providing legal counsel on municipal issues.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases and projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to clients.
• Comfort with attending public meetings and providing legal advice in real time.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active membership in the State Bar of California.

Skills:

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to navigate and provide counsel on various aspects of municipal law.
• Familiarity with public meetings and governance processes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with colleagues and clients.

Benefits:

• Optional remote work arrangements.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Paid sick leave and parental leave.
• 401k retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship and CLE programs.
• Supportive and inclusive work culture.

This is a great opportunity for attorneys looking to deepen their expertise in municipal law while working in a dynamic, collaborative environment. If you are interested in joining a forward-thinking law firm, we encourage you to apply through our recruiting agency to explore this exciting opportunity.

This is a full-service law firm with more than 150 attorneys in offices strategically located to serve California's fastest growing communities. In meeting the needs of public and private sector clients, it offers unique experience in handling complex, multi-disciplinary issues and providing solutions of common interest to leaders of both business and government.