California Land Use, Environmental & Energy Associate Attorney - Midlevel

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a midlevel associate attorney to join its California Land Use, Environmental & Energy team in San Diego, CA. The successful candidate will work on high-impact land use and urban development projects, collaborating with regulators and legislators to shape policy and facilitate California's housing, energy, and infrastructure needs.

Duties

• Represent applicants through the entitlement process for large-scale projects.
• Navigate California's housing legislation to streamline entitlements.
• Advise on environmental review strategies and document defensibility.
• Handle transactional documents, including development agreements and leases.
• Represent clients in entitlement defense in courts.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in California land use or environmental/energy law.
• Proficiency in relevant statutes, including the Subdivision Map Act and the Clean Water Act.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active member in good standing with the California State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus.
• 401(k) plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Personal medical and parental leave.
• Up to ten paid holidays.
• Family care benefits.

This firm has provided high-value legal services to company and industry leaders as well as public and non-profit organizations for decades. The firm has an international presence, with practice areas including corporate and commercial litigation, intellectual property, and general regulatory advice. The firm's commitment to advancing diversity and inclusivity within the firm and communities guides its recruitment strategy and policy, as evidenced in its diversified workforce and equal opportunities it offers to all employees. The firm has actively supported LGBTQ communities, lawyers with disabilities, and lawyers of color through various resource groups. The firm employs brilliant entry-level and lateral staff and provides professional development training and mentorship programs, with a highly competitive pay package and other bonuses.