Land Use, Planning, And Zoning Attorney

A law firm seeking a Land Use, Planning, And Zoning Attorney in Asheville, NC, offers the following job opportunity:

Job Overview:

The Land Use, Planning, And Zoning Attorney will be pivotal in advising clients on navigating the complex regulatory landscape of land use, planning, and zoning. This role requires creative problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to client service.

Duties:

• Advise developers and/or landowners on potential projects' alignment with community long-term plans.
• Build and maintain trusting relationships with clients.
• Represent clients before government boards and agencies.
• Manage multiple files, ensuring meticulous organization and attention to detail.
• Collaborate with local communities to advocate for project approvals.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in the land use, planning & zoning field.
• Licensed to practice in North Carolina or eligible to waive into the North Carolina Bar.
• Graduation from an accredited law school.
• Interest or experience in land use, planning & zoning field.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to work.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients, public officials, and colleagues.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and trust.
• Creative problem-solving abilities.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple files effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in legal research and analysis.

Additional Information:

• Annual billable hour expectation of a minimum of 1,300, with additional hours dedicated to non-billable goals such as community involvement, professional development, and business development.
• Benefits include 401(k), dental insurance, employee assistance program, health insurance, health savings account, life insurance, paid time off, and vision insurance.

Founded toward the end of the nineteenth century, this prestigious law firm has two offices in the state of North Carolina and specializes in various aspects of business law, finance law, and litigation. It employs a significantly large number of highly skilled attorneys divided into various teams such as the business-corporate law team, the construction law team, the development legal team, the labor & employment law team, and the healthcare law team.