Land Use Attorney

Ascendion; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Flexible work schedule

PTO

Vacation time

Job summary

Ascendion is seeking a Land Use Attorney to join an award-winning law firm in Bellevue, Washington. Candidates should have at least 3 years of Land Use experience and be licensed to practice in Washington State.

The role involves advising municipal officials, drafting legal documents, and representing the municipality in legal matters. A flexible work schedule and comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental, are offered.

The salary ranges from $140k to $170k depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Land Use experience required.
• Experience with municipal, county, or state government law preferred.
• Strong knowledge of local municipality laws and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Act as legal advisor to the city council and departments.
• Draft and review municipal ordinances and resolutions.
• Represent municipality in civil litigation and hearings.
• Provide guidance on land use and zoning regulations.

Skills

Land Use Experience

Knowledge of Statutory Law

Knowledge of Constitutional Law

Understanding of Administrative Procedures

Education

Licensed and in good standing in Washington State

Job description

We are working with an Award Winning Law Firm and they are looking for a Land Use Attorney to join their firm. Specifically, they are looking for someone who has 3+ years of experience.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of Land Use experience
• Experience practicing law, preferably with direct exposure to municipal, county, or state government law.
• Strong knowledge of statutory law, constitutional law, and administrative procedures governing local municipalities.
• Licensed and in good standing in Washington State

Responsibilities:

• Act as a legal advisor to the city council, city manager, department heads, and various municipal boards on everyday operational and administrative legal matters.
• Draft, review, and revise municipal ordinances, resolutions, deeds, leases, public contracts, and official communications to ensure legal compliance and protect the municipality's interests.
• Represent the municipality in civil litigation, administrative hearings, and enforcement of municipal codes or traffic violations in local, state, and federal courts.
• Provide guidance on complex land use, zoning, eminent domain, environmental regulations, and public works projects.

The annual salary for this position is between 140k-170k. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Full Benefits offered - Medical, Dental, etc. Flexible work schedule + PTO + Vacation time