General Municipal Law Attorney

A law firm in Los Angeles is seeking a skilled General Municipal Law Attorney with 3+ years of experience. The ideal candidate will have expertise in General Municipal Law, Code Enforcement, Water Law, and Sanitation District Law. The firm offers a hybrid work arrangement option and an annual telecommute budget to support remote work. Attorneys are expected to meet a billable hour requirement of 1850 and will receive competitive health insurance benefits, a 401(k) with a partial match, and are eligible for annual discretionary and billable hour bonuses.

Duties:

• Provide legal advice and representation to municipalities, government agencies, and special districts
• Draft and review contracts, ordinances, resolutions, and other legal documents
• Advise clients on compliance with municipal codes, regulations, and state laws
• Represent clients in administrative hearings, arbitration, and litigation proceedings
• Assist with land use planning, zoning, and development matters
• Handle matters related to code enforcement, including violations and penalties
• Research legal issues and prepare memoranda and opinions for clients
• Negotiate agreements and settlements on behalf of clients

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience practicing law in General Municipal Law
• Experience in Code Enforcement, Water Law, and Sanitation District Law preferred
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the California State Bar in good standing
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Education:

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

Certifications:

Admission to the California State Bar in good standing

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis
• Contract drafting and negotiation
• Litigation and dispute resolution
• Land use planning and zoning
• Compliance with municipal codes and regulations
• Client counseling and representation

Founded over nine decades ago, this family-owned firm specializes in a wide range of practices including constitutional law, intellectual property, family law, real estate, public law, employment litigation, construction, insurance, data privacy, and others. With 10 offices throughout California, the firm has over a hundred highly experienced and skilled attorneys. Serving public agencies and private businesses throughout California, this firm has earned a great reputation for providing high-quality representation based on honesty, efficiency, and prompt responsiveness. The firm fosters a professional collegial work environment that promotes equality, dignity, and respect. The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has an option for employees to work remotely.