Contract Part-Time WA Real Estate and Land Use Attorney (Remote)

NACBA; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent law firm is seeking a Part-Time Real Estate and Land Use Attorney to engage in transactional matters and support clients in Washington. Ideal candidates are mid to senior level attorneys with at least 4 years of experience, particularly in Washington real estate law, and capable of working independently. This contract position offers flexibility with hours ranging from 8-12 per week, with the potential for more.

Benefits

Telemedicine

Employee assistance

Pet insurance

Lactation support

Wellness apps

Paid sick leave

Qualifications

• 4+ years of land development or transactional real estate experience.
• Understanding of Washington real estate law.
• Ability to work from Seattle office is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support land use matters for clients in Washington.
• Analyze land use compliance and manage complex real estate closings.
• Work independently on permitting and development projects.

Skills

Land use compliance

Environmental law

Communication

Client service

Attention to detail

Responsiveness

Education

Active bar admission

Job description

Part-Time Real Estate and Land Use Attorney - Contract Position

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking a part-time real estate and land use attorney for engagement through the firm’s contract attorney and alternative staffing program, DWTSurge. This position supports land use matters for clients in Washington, requiring knowledge of Washington real estate and land use law, with active bar admission in the applicant's state and a state where DWT maintains an office.

The role involves working independently on real estate and land use transactional matters, including permitting, siting, and developing residential, public, and commercial projects. The attorney will analyze land use compliance, support landowners in litigation and administrative hearings, and manage complex real estate closings.

Ideal candidates are mid to senior level attorneys seeking flexibility and reduced hours, working 8-12 hours weekly with potential to increase. Candidates should be based in WA and willing to work from Seattle, WA, ideally establishing a flexible, exclusive working relationship with the firm.

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of land development or transactional real estate experience in a law firm or in-house setting.
• Residency in AK, AZ, CA, CT, FL, GA, IL, MD, MN, MT, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, TN, TX, VA, WA, or WDC.
• Active bar admission in the applicant’s state and a state where DWT maintains an office.
• Experience with Washington real estate and land use transactional matters.
• Expertise in land use compliance and environmental law.
• Ability to independently manage complex real estate closings.
• Understanding of Washington real estate law.
• Availability for 8-12 hours/week with flexibility for increased hours.
• Ability to work from Seattle office is a plus.
• Strong communication, responsiveness, and client service skills.
• Excellent writing skills and attention to detail.

Additional Details:

This is a temporary contract, hourly paid, with no benefits. Compensation ranges from $100 to $160 per hour, depending on experience and location. Benefits include telemedicine, employee assistance, pet insurance, lactation support, and wellness apps. Paid sick leave is accrued biweekly in Washington.

To apply, send your resume and cover letter to [e-mail]. We are not accepting third-party submissions. DWT is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourages candidates to voluntarily provide demographic data.