Land Use & Environmental Associate — CEQA Expert (CA)

Career Legal; California (MO); On-site; USD 195,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Legal is seeking an Associate Attorney specializing in land use and environmental matters in California. The role offers exposure to high-profile development projects across multiple offices.

You will advise clients on complex entitlements, CEQA compliance, regulatory permitting and environmental review processes, with 3-5 years of relevant experience preferred. Strong research and writing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in land use and/or environmental law
• Strong working knowledge of CEQA, planning and zoning laws and California land use processes
• Solid research, writing and advocacy skills
• Collaborative team player and able to manage competing priorities

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on complex entitlements, regulatory permitting, and environmental review processes
• Support CEQA compliance and environmental impact analyses
• Assist with development projects and associated negotiations
• Collaborate with colleagues across offices on high-profile matters

Skills

CEQA experience

Land use law

Environmental law

Research & writing

Advocacy

Job description

Career Legal is seeking an Associate Attorney specializing in land use and environmental matters in California. The role offers exposure to high-profile development projects across multiple offices.

You will advise clients on complex entitlements, CEQA compliance, regulatory permitting and environmental review processes, with 3-5 years of relevant experience preferred. Strong research and writing skills are essential.