Land Use Associate

Job Overview:
A premier regional law firm is seeking a Land Use Associate to join its Real Estate & Natural Resources Department. This role presents an opportunity to support the firm's dynamic Land Use practice, handling various real estate, environmental, and administrative law matters. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in land use law, including administrative proceedings, public hearings, and litigation. Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills are essential, and candidates with experience in related fields like environmental or real estate law may be considered as well. This position offers a collaborative and independent work environment with strong opportunities for career growth.

Location:

• Portland, OR

Duties:

• Represent clients in land use matters, including public hearings and administrative proceedings
• Handle general litigation tasks, including briefing and oral advocacy
• Conduct research and analysis on development feasibility and land use regulations
• Draft land use applications and analyze administrative codes and regulations
• Assist with appellate briefing and other legal documentation
• Work independently while collaborating with team members on complex projects
• Contribute to business development efforts in land use, real estate, construction, and natural resources sectors

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in land use law, real estate, environmental law, or administrative law
• Experience in public hearings, administrative proceedings, and litigation
• Strong ability to analyze and apply administrative codes and regulations
• Solid research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to draft clear and concise legal documents, including land use applications
• Demonstrated initiative and ownership of projects
• Strong client service ethics and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Oregon State Bar admission or eligibility for immediate reciprocity required

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school
• Excellent academic credentials

Certifications:

• Oregon State Bar admission or eligibility for immediate reciprocity

Skills:

• Expertise in land use, real estate, and environmental law
• Strong legal research and writing abilities
• Experience with administrative law and litigation
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment
• Interest in business development and client relations in the land use and natural resources sectors

Benefits:

• Productivity and discretionary merit bonuses available
• In-person work required Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with flexibility for remote work on Mondays and Fridays
• Comprehensive benefits package (details available upon request)
• Firm commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Mansfield Rule Plus Certified, recognizing firm efforts to diversify leadership and promote inclusion
• Collaborative and supportive work culture with opportunities for professional growth

Representing a wide range of businesses, with offices in California, Oregon, Washington, Alaska, and California, this is one of the largest firms, specializing in bankruptcy, business and corporate, employment, environment, intellectual property, Native American law, real estate, privacy and data security, tax and estate planning, dispute resolution, and litigation. The firm has an environment where everybody is enthusiastic and team-oriented. Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, the firm recruits, retains, and promotes diverse talents in the firm and the communities. Believing in giving back, the attorneys provide substantial legal assistance to help more than 100 pro bono clients per year and support a low-income housing legal clinic in Seattle. The firm offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including medical, dental, life, 401(k) or profit-sharing retirement, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off.