Municipal Land Use Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Municipal Land Use Associate in San Jose, CA. The ideal candidate will possess 4-6 years of experience in land use and zoning, with a focus on public agency representation and environmental protection laws.

Duties

• Conduct land use due diligence and permitting assessments.
• Advise clients on strategies for new projects and site redevelopment.
• Navigate complex legal and regulatory issues for public agencies.
• Provide practical, client-focused advice throughout the permitting process.
• Regularly update clients on the progress of their matters.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of relevant land use and zoning experience.
• Experience with CEQA, NEPA, and planning and zoning law.
• Excellent writing, research, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Strong work ethic and team-oriented mindset.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research abilities.
• Excellent communication and drafting skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement option.
• Reasonable billable hours requirement.
• Annual discretionary and billable hours bonuses.
• Competitive health insurance benefits.
• 401(k) with a partial match.

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.