General Municipal Law Attorney

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

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel and representation to municipalities, local government agencies, and special districts
• Draft and review municipal ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and other legal documents
• Advise on land use and zoning regulations, including code enforcement matters
• Handle litigation matters related to municipal law, including administrative hearings and appeals
• Negotiate agreements and settlements on behalf of municipal clients
• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex municipal law issues
• Provide guidance on water law and sanitation district matters

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in California
• 3+ years of experience in General Municipal Law, Code Enforcement, Water Law, and Sanitation District Law
• Strong understanding of California municipal laws, regulations, and procedures
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Experience managing a diverse caseload and meeting billable hour targets

Certifications:

Active license to practice law in California

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis
• Contract drafting and review
• Litigation and dispute resolution
• Land use and zoning expertise
• Negotiation and advocacy skills
• Case management and time management
• Client communication and counseling

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.