Real Estate/Land Use And Zoning Attorney

Job Title: Real Estate/Land Use And Zoning Attorney

Job Overview:
A well-established law firm based in Denville, NJ, is seeking a motivated attorney to join its high-performing Real Estate and Land Use & Zoning practice group. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated transactions involving commercial real estate, financing arrangements, leasing, and regulatory approvals. The position is ideal for an attorney with a strong foundation in property law who enjoys client interaction, strategic advocacy, and community-facing legal work.

Duties:

• Manage and advise on commercial real estate acquisitions and dispositions

• Represent both borrowers and lenders in complex financing transactions

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial lease agreements

• Prepare and present applications before local planning and zoning boards

• Research and analyze land use regulations and provide counsel on zoning compliance

• Participate in client meetings, due diligence, and closings

• Coordinate with engineers, planners, and other professionals as part of development teams

• Attend and advocate at public hearings and municipal meetings

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience practicing in real estate law, with a focus on land use and zoning

• Licensed and in good standing with the New Jersey State Bar

• Demonstrated experience in handling legal aspects of commercial property transactions and land development projects

• Familiarity with municipal procedures and local land use ordinances

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the New Jersey Bar (mandatory)

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing capabilities

• Excellent oral advocacy and public speaking skills

• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple ongoing matters

• Capable of building relationships with clients, municipal officials, and multidisciplinary teams

• Comfortable navigating complex regulatory environments

Job Location:

• Denville, NJ

With more than 50 years of experience, this firm has sustained a reliable reputation in Family Law, Divorce, Criminal Defense, LGBT/Non Traditional Families and more. This New Jersey based firm has nearly twenty hard-working attorneys devoted to serving their clients.