Land Use Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm is seeking a Land Use Associate Attorney with 2-6 years of experience to join its team in Walnut Creek, CA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background or demonstrated interest in California land use law, including project entitlements, administrative proceedings, and various state and local regulations. The position offers an unlimited hybrid work schedule and provides opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Location:

• Walnut Creek, CA

Duties:

• Advise clients on land use matters, including project entitlements and administrative proceedings.

• Analyze and interpret California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), state housing laws, planning and zoning laws, the Map Act, and municipal law.

• Draft legal documents, including applications, reports, and legal memoranda.

• Represent clients in administrative hearings and other land use-related proceedings.

• Research and provide legal guidance on land use and environmental issues affecting clients.

• Collaborate with senior attorneys for case strategies and complex legal matters.

• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, local government agencies, and other stakeholders.

Requirements:

• 2-6 years of experience in land use law, either from a law firm or government agency.

• Demonstrated experience or a strong interest in California land use, including CEQA, planning, zoning, and municipal law.

• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.

• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Bar membership in good standing in California.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of California land use laws, including CEQA and state housing laws.

• Experience with project entitlements, administrative hearings, and zoning regulations.

• Excellent research, writing, and legal analysis abilities.

• Strong client communication and relationship-building skills.

• Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously and meet deadlines effectively.

Benefits:

• Firm-sponsored benefits package, including health coverage, retirement plans, and bonuses.

• Flexible, unlimited hybrid work schedule.

• Professional development opportunities and mentorship in a collaborative work environment.

This mid-sized Bay Area firm is engaged primarily in real estate law and commercial litigation. The firm enjoys an excellent reputation in the legal community and the name partners are among the leaders in California real property practice. According to the firms attorneys, the work atmosphere is youthful and energetic. The firm attrition rate is exceptionally low; in fact, a large number of the firms current attorneys have been with the firm their entire careers.