Attorney - Municipal Law, Affordable Housing & Procurement

Orion Placement; Roseland (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Employer-funded HSA

Onsite Gym

Firm-paid CLE

Bar Membership Fees

Job summary

An established law firm is seeking an experienced Attorney/Partner to join their municipal government department. This role offers the chance to work on significant public sector matters, including public contracting and legal advisement for public bodies. The firm is known for its competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and retirement savings. With a strong reputation in municipal law, this opportunity promises hands-on experience and professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in public service law, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an attorney required.
• Strong background in municipal government law in New Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Focus on public contracting, procurement, and affordable housing matters.
• Draft resolutions, ordinances, contracts, and legal opinions.

Skills

Legal Drafting

Research Skills

Public Sector Law

Project Management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Admission to practice law in New Jersey

Job description

This is an on site position at the Roseland, NJ office. After 1 year, attorneys may be able to work a hybrid schedule.

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established law firm based in Roseland, NJ, known for its work in municipal government, public finance, redevelopment, and litigation. They have a strong reputation for serving both public and private sector clients, offering strategic legal solutions to complex matters.

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Attorney/Partner to join their municipal government department. This role focuses on public sector law, specifically in:

• Public contracting, procurement, and affordable housing matters
• Drafting resolutions, ordinances, contracts, agreements, and legal opinions
• Advising public bodies on employment, labor, and other municipal issues
• Attending public meetings, hearings, and advising clients on legal matters

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an attorney
• Strong background in municipal government law in New Jersey
• Admission to practice law in New Jersey (required)
• Excellent legal drafting and research skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects and take ownership of significant matters

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, and more
• Firm-paid CLE and bar membership fees
• Opportunity to work with a well-respected firm in municipal law
• Hands-on experience with significant public sector matters

This is a great opportunity to join a well-respected firm offering competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, a retirement plan, an employer-funded HSA, and an onsite gym.

The firm covers bar fees, CLE, professional dues, and business development expenses.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice