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Los Angeles office of an AmLaw firm seeks government and regulatory associate attorney with 1-3 years of experience. The candidate will assist local, state, and federal clients navigate complex legal and public policy issues at the intersection of law, business, and government. Will work on a broad range of substantive areas involving local and state government contracts, bid protests, land use, municipal/public law issues (open meetings, public records, and election law), government ethics, government investigations and audits, sale to and acquisition of regulated facilities, legislative and regulatory strategy and advocacy, and public policy issues across a spectrum of industries. Must preferably have experience with local, state and federal government contracts. Strong complex litigation, corporate transactional and/or governmental law experience, at a top law firm or city attorney's office, with a demonstrated interest and enthusiasm for government, public policy, civic engagement or politics will be considered. California Bar membership in good standing is required. Legal

The candidate should have stellar academic credentials. Excellent writing, research and advocacy skills are essential. Must be effective and efficient problem solver with the ability to work independently and proactively.

This is a national law firm with an especially strong West Coast presence. In keeping with the firm?s LA roots, it counts the entertainment industry as one of its top clients, while also proving indispensable to clients in the energy, financial services and banking, government, health, real estate, technology, and consumer products sectors. With a client- and industry-driven approach, the firm is unique in its provision of interdisciplinary services, such as business strategy and consulting, a feature that enhances opportunities and stability. This firm puts its money where its mouth is when it comes to fostering professional development ? attorneys are given an ?investment account? ? a billable number to record time pursuing professional development activities. This, combined with leanly staffed matters, yields excellent opportunities for career advancement.

Government and Government Relations

Full-Time

La Mesa office of our client seeks associate attorney with 3-5 years of experience advising and/or litigating on behalf of public agency clients, such as cities, special districts and joint powers authorities. The candidate should be admitted by the California State Bar. Must preferably have experience advising or presenting to public agency commissions or boards. Legal

The candidate should have a JD degree from an ABA accredited law school with good academic credentials. Must have strong analytical and excellent legal research and writing skills. Should possess strong communication skills. Must have excellent time management abilities.

The firm has been around for 60 years. They serve the San Diego County area. The firm's practice areas include business and corporate law, civil appeals and writs, family law, labor and employment, litigation, municipal law, special district law, and trust and estate services. They have represented more cities and special districts in San Diego County longer than any other local firm.

Government and Government Relations

Full-Time

City Of Industry office of our client seeks public law attorney with 3+ years of experience representing public entities, including cities, counties and special districts. The candidate should have relevant background including attendance at public meetings, working with local elected officials, experience with land use and planning, real estate transactions, drafting ordinances and resolutions, advice on public works projects, public safety issues, election law, reviewing and drafting contracts, litigation including writs and breach of contract, providing advice regarding the Brown Act, Public Records Act, Tort Claims Act and conflicts of interest. California Bar admission is required. Legal

The candidate must possess strong public speaking, organizational, research, writing, and analytical skills.

This law firm offers full legal services with an emphasis in municipal law. Their areas of practice include election law, land use, real estate, public contracts, construction, and crisis management. The firm is located in City of Industry, CA.

Government and Government Relations

Full-Time

San Francisco office of our client, a Chambers ranked law firm, is actively seeking associates to join our Government Transactional Group. The candidate will be assisting the firm's public agency clients. Will be researching and writing, reviewing and drafting contracts, analyzing issues, and advising clients. Must have interest in government and community affairs. Should preferably have some experience in handling legal issues our clients address on a regular basis, such as transparency and open meeting laws, conflict of interests, competitive bidding and procurement, public works projects, rate setting, and public contracting. Should have 1-2 years of experience. Legal

A California mainstay firm nationally ranked by US News in four practice areas, including construction and employment law, associates at this firm regard its flexibility, appreciation for life away from work, and genuine care for co-workers. Associates at this firm work on matters which cross domestic and international borders. As such, the firm has forged alliances with firms in national and international legal networks to provide clients with legal expertise on the ground across the United States and worldwide. Ranked by Law360 as one of the top three firms for minority partners, this firm is driven by a commitment to diversity, charitable giving, pro bono legal work, and hands-on service. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.

Government and Government Relations

Full-Time

San Diego office of our client seeks attorney with 3+ years of experience. The candidate should preferably have public sector, labor relations and school law experience. Legal

This law firm represents public agencies in their labor and employment law needs. Their areas of practice include public sector litigation services, education law, special education, student rights, and public sector labor relationships. The firm is located in San Diego, CA.

Government and Government Relations

Full-Time

Los Angeles office of our client seeks associate attorney with 2-4 years of experience in real property transactions, municipal law and/or administrative law. The candidate will be responsible for the preparation of telecom ordinances and land use agreements for adoption by the local governments; and for negotiating, drafting, interpreting commercial leases and amendments, and interpreting communications development and construction plans. Will be drafting and negotiating contracts, including letters of intent, complex commercial leases, amendments, licenses, easements and other legal documents. Examine and interpret construction plans, photo simulations, property legal descriptions, survey maps, title insurance reports and other collateral materials commonly used in the development process. Draft and revise municipal ordinances related to telecommunications. Advise clients on applicable State and Federal regulations and strategic business/legal matters. Investigate compliance with lease provisions, including on-site inspections and forensic accounting reviews. Ability to independently handle a real estate transaction from start to finish. Must be a California licensed attorney preferably in real property transactions, local government law and/or administrative law. Prior experience in legislative offices or administrative agencies is essential. Required proficiency with California land use, zoning and planning, drafting and revising ordnances. Additional experience in the telecommunications industry, especially in wireless telecommunication is desired. In addition to California Bar licensure any other state licensure is desirable. Experience in negotiating, drafting and interpreting commercial agreements is essential. Must have ability to read and interpret conceptual development and construction plans. Experience with California contracts, land use, zoning and planning issues is essential. Legal

The candidate should have a Juris Doctorate degree. Strong analytical, negotiation and drafting skills are essential. Ability to work independently and make decisions supported with reasoned judgment is needed. Must be a self-directed learner, excellent oral and written communication skills is essential. Strong critical thinking and analysis skills are needed. Must be result oriented with a high level of organization and ability to prioritize effectively. Should be passionately and ethically committed to personal and professional development.

Government and Government Relations

Full-Time

San Francisco office of our client seeks attorney with 4+ years of general municipal law experience. The candidate should have significant land use and CEQA expertise to provide legal services to local public agencies on a wide variety of land use and general municipal law matters. Must have experience advising a planning commission, and have expertise with the Brown Act, Political Reform Act and Public Records Act. Experience working in-house with a local public agency is a significant plus. Legal

Government and Government Relations

Full-Time