Job Overview

A law firm in Sarasota, FL, is seeking a dedicated Land Use Attorney to collaborate with Real Estate attorneys on development projects. The ideal candidate will bring substantial experience and success in all aspects of land use law, demonstrating expertise in comprehensive plans, zoning, subdivision regulations, and related environmental issues.

Job Details

• Work closely with Real Estate attorneys on development projects, ensuring compliance with environmental, public participation, and legal prerequisites for comprehensive plan amendments, zoning amendments and interpretation, land division, public improvement requirements, and environmental reviews.
• Demonstrate substantial experience and success in all facets of land use law, including comprehensive plans, zoning, subdivision regulations, and related environmental issues.
• Draft, negotiate, and interpret various documents related to land use matters.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, colleagues, and relevant stakeholders.
• Communicate complex legal concepts clearly and concisely, both in written and verbal form.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in Florida.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• Member of the Florida Bar in good standing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Enthusiastic attitude with demonstrated initiative, reliability, and exceptional drive for results.
• Ability to work independently and under tight timelines, prioritizing multiple tasks effectively.
• Dedication to client service excellence in a fast-paced, collegial, and engaging environment.
• Florida Bar Certification in the relevant area is preferred.

Education and Certifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• Member of the Florida Bar, in good standing.
• Florida Bar Certification in the relevant area is preferred.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Drafting, negotiation, and interpretation of legal documents.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to convey complex legal concepts concisely and understandably.
• Enthusiastic attitude with demonstrated initiative and reliability.

Job Location

• Sarasota, FL

Benefits offered

The firm provides a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Market-leading compensation.
• Excellent health, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts for dependent care and/or health care expenses.
• Employee Savings Plan with employer contributions.
• Paid time off and paid parental leave.
• Perks platform offering 30,000 unique discounts.
• Referral program.
• Wellness programs.

This law firms Sarasota office is community-centered, hard-working, and dedicated to representing each client with integrity and discretion. Their attorneys represent developers, governmental entities, entrepreneurs, and families of means. Their practice areas include banking and finance, land use, corporate, litigation, estate planning, business succession, estate, trust administration, real estate, healthcare, tax, international, and labor and employment law.