Land Use Associate Attorney

Portland office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks a land use associate attorney with 5-10 years of experience. The candidate will work with land use, real estate, and natural resource lawyers in a team-oriented approach. Should preferably have 5-10 years of experience with land use matters, including Drafting land use applications, Appearance at public hearings; Research and review of development feasibility; Appellate briefing. Business development experience and a strong interest in engaging in real estate and construction or natural resource industry groups are desired. Must have Oregon State Bar admission or eligibility for immediate reciprocity.

The candidate should preferably have Juris Doctorate (J.D.) Degree from an ABA-accredited law school. Excellent academic credentials and professional references, as well as solid legal oral advocacy, legal research, analysis, writing, and communication skills plus. Demonstrated ownership of projects and willingness to work in a team-oriented setting, but with significant independence, is desired. Strong client service ethics are helpful.

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.