Attorney | Environmental & Land Use | Hybrid | 149192 | Sacramento, CA

Mission; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 155,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Discretionary bonuses

Profit-sharing

Remote flexibility

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Mission Recruiting, LLC represents a well-established California law firm seeking a Land Use & Environmental Associate Attorney with 3 to 10 years of experience to join a collaborative practice focused on sophisticated environmental and land use matters.

The role emphasizes CEQA, NEPA, planning and zoning, environmental litigation, and regulatory proceedings, with fully remote flexibility for candidates near South San Francisco or Sacramento and occasional travel for hearings and client matters.

Qualifications

• 3 to 10 years of California land use and environmental law experience.
• Strong knowledge of CEQA, planning, zoning, and environmental regulations.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Active California Bar membership in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Work on sophisticated environmental and land use matters including CEQA, NEPA, planning and zoning, environmental litigation, and regulatory proceedings.
• Represent clients such as labor organizations, environmental groups, community organizations, and other clients in sustainable development matters.
• Collaborate with a collegial team to deliver meaningful legal work and professional growth.

Skills

land use & environmental law

CEQA knowledge

legal research

legal writing

advocacy skills

Education

Active California Bar membership

Good standing

Job description

Northern California | Remote Flexibility

Salary: $155,000 to $190,000 DOE

A well-established and highly respected California law firm is seeking a Land Use & Environmental Associate Attorney with 3 to 10 years of relevant experience to join its collaborative, mission-driven practice.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on sophisticated environmental and land use matters involving CEQA, NEPA, planning and zoning, environmental litigation, and regulatory proceedings. The firm represents labor organizations, environmental groups, community organizations, and other clients advocating for sustainable development and environmental protection.

Qualifications:

• 3 to 10 years of California land use and environmental law experience
• Strong knowledge of CEQA, planning, zoning, and environmental regulations
• Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
• Active California Bar membership in good standing

Compensation & Benefits:

• $155,000 to $190,000 base salary, depending on experience
• Discretionary bonuses and profit-sharing opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k), life insurance, and long-term disability coverage
• Approximately 1,600 to 1,800 annual billable hours
• Flexible schedule and strong emphasis on work-life balance
• Fully remote flexibility for candidates within commuting distance of South San Francisco or Sacramento, with occasional travel for hearings and client matters

Join a collegial team of experienced attorneys dedicated to meaningful legal work, professional growth, and making a positive impact.

Salary Range: $155,000 to $190,000

Reference: 149192