Land Use and Municipal Law Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Land Use and Municipal Law Attorney in Albany, New York, with 1 year of experience to support transactional and regulatory matters involving zoning, land use, and municipal approvals. This role is ideal for an early-career attorney interested in public-sector transactions, real estate development, and regulatory compliance. The candidate should demonstrate strong research and drafting skills and an interest in municipal and land use law.

Duties

• Assist with land use, zoning, and municipal law transactions
• Support applications for site plan approvals, variances, and special permits
• Draft resolutions, agreements, and related municipal and land use documents
• Conduct legal research on zoning codes, land use regulations, and municipal statutes
• Review development proposals and regulatory submissions
• Communicate with municipal boards, agencies, and opposing counsel
• Attend planning board, zoning board, and municipal meetings as needed
• Support senior attorneys in transactional and regulatory matters

Requirements

• 1 year of experience in municipal law, land use, or related practice areas
• Familiarity with zoning, planning, and land use regulatory frameworks
• Strong legal research and drafting abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Interest in municipal governance and land development matters

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Active State Bar license in good standing

Skills

• Legal research and regulatory analysis
• Drafting of transactional and municipal documents
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to interpret zoning codes and land use regulations
• Effective communication with clients and public officials

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Potential performance-based incentives
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Possible health, retirement, or additional benefits

This renowned New York-based corporate law firm is comprised of a sizable team of highly skilled attorneys. It mainly concentrates on six practice areas, namely litigation, education, labor & employment, real estate, elder law & estate planning, and debt collection. The firm is actively involved in community service. An equal opportunity employer, it encourages diversity and inclusion at the workplace.