Code Enforcement Associate - Firmwide (1-3 years)

Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP; United States; Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Bonuses

Health insurance

401(k) with partial match

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP is a full-service law firm seeking an Associate - Code Enforcement Attorney with 1-3 years of experience to join our firmwide practice. The position involves civil litigation, municipal law, and code enforcement matters, with a focus on regulatory compliance and nuisance abatement.

The ideal candidate will have strong writing, research, and analytical skills, the ability to manage multiple assignments, and the capability to collaborate with public agency clients.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil litigation, municipal law, or code enforcement.
• Excellent writing, research, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Strong work ethic, self-starter, and team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and collaborate with public agency clients.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Responsibilities

• Assist with matters involving municipal code enforcement, nuisance abatement, and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Assist with civil litigation, administrative hearings, settlement negotiations, and court appearances.
• Research and analyze issues arising under municipal codes, local ordinances, and applicable state laws and regulations.
• Support attorneys in developing strategies for code enforcement and nuisance abatement matters.
• Communicate effectively with clients, public officials, agency staff, and colleagues as needed.

Skills

Civil litigation

Municipal law

Code enforcement

Legal research

Legal drafting

Communication

California Bar admission

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Admittance to California Bar

Job description

Code Enforcement Associate - Firmwide (1-3 years)

Burke, Williams & Sorensen is a full-service law firm with deep expertise in public law and municipal representation, advising cities, counties, special districts, and other public agencies throughout California. We are seeking attorneys with 1-3 years of experience to join our expanding Code Enforcement practice.

Title of Position: Associate - Code Enforcement Attorney

Location: Firmwide

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in civil litigation, municipal law, code enforcement, or a related practice area
• Excellent writing, research, drafting, and analytical skills
• Strong work ethic, self-starter, and team-oriented mindset
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and collaborate effectively with attorneys and public agency clients
• Admission to the State Bar of California

Responsibilities:

• Assist with matters involving municipal code enforcement, nuisance abatement, and regulatory compliance
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Assist with civil litigation, administrative hearings, settlement negotiations, and court appearances
• Research and analyze issues arising under municipal codes, local ordinances, and applicable state laws and regulations
• Support attorneys in developing strategies for code enforcement and nuisance abatement matters
• Communicate effectively with clients, public officials, agency staff, and colleagues as needed

The anticipated base salary range for this full-time role is $145,000 - $175,000 plus annual performance-based bonuses. The actual salary within that range will depend on the selected candidate's years of practice and experience.

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

We promote an environment that encourages mentoring attorneys to advance in the firm and their careers. Burke supports integrity, diversity, professional growth, and personal fulfillment for everyone working at our firm.

EOE.