Land Use Attorney

Law Firms; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible work schedule

Paid time off

Vacation time

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Job summary

A prominent law firm in California is seeking an experienced Land Use Attorney to join its Sacramento team. This hybrid position requires expertise in land use and municipal law, advising on planning, zoning, and development matters. Responsibilities include providing legal counsel, ensuring compliance with regulations, drafting legal documents, and representing clients in administrative hearings. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor, active California Bar membership, and at least 2 years of experience. Competitive salary ranges from $140,000 to $250,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in land use, municipal, or environmental law.
• Strong understanding of CEQA and planning and zoning laws.
• Experience in representing clients in legal proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on land use, zoning, planning, and development issues.
• Advise clients on compliance with CEQA, NEPA, and other regulations.
• Draft and review legal documents including ordinances and resolutions.
• Represent clients in administrative hearings and court proceedings.
• Collaborate with public agencies and staff.

Skills

Land use law

Zoning regulations

Municipal law

Advising public entities

Environmental regulations compliance

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Active member of the California Bar

Job description

Land Use Attorney

An established California law firm is seeking an experienced Land Use Attorney to join its team in Sacramento. This is a hybrid position offering a balance of remote and in-office work. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in land use and municipal law, with experience advising public entities and private clients on a wide range of planning, zoning, and development matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on land use, zoning, planning, and development issues.
• Advise clients on compliance with CEQA, NEPA, and other environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Draft and review ordinances, resolutions, staff reports, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in administrative hearings, public meetings, and court proceedings as needed.
• Collaborate with city and county staff, planning commissions, and other public agencies.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active member of the California Bar in good standing (required).
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in land use, municipal, or environmental law.
• Strong understanding of CEQA, planning and zoning laws, and local government operations.

Compensation

$140,000–$250,000 per year, based on geography, experience, and qualifications.

Benefits

401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible work schedule, paid time off, vacation time, paid paternity and maternity leave.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services and Law Practice