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Los Angeles office of our client seeks land use attorney with 6+ years of experience. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience representing developers to obtain project entitlements, including general plan amendments, specific plans, subdivision map approvals, zone changes, development agreements, use permits. Should have familiarity with the land use/zoning process, other local governments. Must be familiar with federal and State law relating to endangered species, wetland laws, coastal protection, historic preservation, redevelopment and affordable housing. Working knowledge of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) is important, particularly the ability to supervise the preparation of an EIR or other CEQA documents. Must have solid experience speaking at public hearings and knowledge of municipal law. Legal

The candidate should have the desire to increase own expertise, develop business and other qualities leading towards potential partnership. Must have strong academic credentials, excellent writing skills,

This is one of the largest firms in the State of California. This firm is very strong in most of its practice areas, including litigation, labor and banking work. Some of the more distinguished litigators in the State of California call this firm their home. The management of this firm is also awfully good and has managed to stay small despite the proliferation of massive management committees at other large law firms. Associates at this firm also seem to fraternize together quite well. This is a real quality of life law firm, and the people here seem to enjoy their lives both in and outside of work. Not surprisingly, a firm of this caliber is able to attract top attorneys of all backgrounds and has managed to remain fairly selective in its hiring. We also like the diversity of this firm and its people. Finally, we think the associates working here tend to be quite chatty, and the partners even seem this way too. This is the ideal spot for bright, ambitious attorneys with solid work experience and outstanding academic achievements.

Los Angeles office of our client seeks senior land use attorney with 5+ years of experience. The candidate should have California Bar membership in good standing. Legal

Outstanding academic credentials is needed. Excellent writing, research and communication skills is essential.

What an interesting and varied group of attorneys this firm attracts. We believe this is a true Westside law firm and that the people in this firm truly care about their firm. This firm has very interesting work and has taken a lot of time to think about the type of work it likes to do and how to approach the work. The attorneys in this firm all appear to have a spark and to enjoy being attorneys. We are impressed with many of the associates in this firm because a lot of them have managed to generate very significant amounts of business quite early in their careers. This is a super place, and attorneys can be happy here. The firm has been growing at a steady clip for a long time now and has some interesting contacts in leading California industries. Additionally, the management of this firm is among the best we have seen of any firm and takes an active part in the development of the firm's associates and allows them to know exactly what is expected of them to advance up the ladder. This firm has significant connections all throughout the United States.

Los Angeles office of our client seeks junior or mid-level land use associate with 1+ year of California Environmental Quality Act experience. The candidate should have 1+ year of experience with California planning and zoning laws; processing local and state development permits and entitlements; processing or opposing initiatives and referenda; analyzing environmental consultant reports (traffic, air quality, GHGs, geotechnical, biological, water demand and water supply) for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); preparing resolutions, ordinances and findings for approvals of development projects; meeting with agency staff (cities, counties, special districts) concerning development proposals; preparing and processing applications for tentative and parcel maps under the California Subdivision Map Act; negotiating and drafting development agreements consistent with California law; and drafting other real estate/development documents, including encroachment agreements, use permits, use easements, acquisition and disposition agreements, leases and conservation easements. Experience with real estate or land use litigation would be helpful. A planning background is ideal. California Bar admission is required. Legal

The ideal candidate has outstanding academic credentials, exceptional writing and research skills, ability to handle complex matters in a creative and comprehensive manner, and is committed to delivering excellent quality work in a fun, fast-paced, collaborative environment. Successful candidates will demonstrate interpersonal skills, problem solving, and possess a strong work ethic. Must have a J.D. from an ABA-approved law school.

This Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work?encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.

Los Angeles office of our client seeks CEQA attorney with 5+ years of experience (both transactional and litigation). The candidate will join the environmental and natural resources group. Land use experience is preferred. Legal

For more than a hundred years, this premier California firm has been providing expert legal counsel and services on a variety of matters related to virtually all areas of law, including environmental and natural resources, regional planning, resource conservation, transportation, and water. With a deep understanding of the state's issues, the firm's attorneys deliver effective, timely, and service-oriented solutions to complex legal issues that the local businesses, individuals, and public agencies face.