Land Use & Zoning Attorney

Jobot; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Collaborative environment

Flexible schedule

Generous PTO

Job summary

Jobot is working with a premier NYC real estate firm to hire a Land Use & Zoning Attorney with at least 3 years of experience. You will provide expert guidance on zoning analyses, land use planning, and regulatory compliance while representing clients in meetings and negotiations with government officials.

The role requires drafting and negotiating land use documents, conducting deep legal research, and advising on strategies to meet client objectives.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• State bar admission.
• Minimum 3 years in land use & zoning law.
• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Excellent negotiation and client interaction abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on land use and zoning, including analyses and regulatory compliance.
• Represent clients in meetings, hearings, and negotiations with government officials and stakeholders.
• Draft, review, and negotiate land use and zoning agreements and permits.
• Conduct legal research and prepare opinions, briefs, and related documents.
• Develop strategies to address clients' land use needs and objectives.
• Monitor developments in land use law and advise clients on impacts.
• Collaborate with team members to grow the practice.

Skills

Land use expertise

Legal research

Writing skills

Negotiation

Client liaison

Bar admission

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

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Job details: This Jobot Job is hosted by: Colleen Gormley. Salary: $250,000 - $275,000 per year.

A bit about us

Our client, a premier real estate firm in NYC, is seeking a Land Use & Zoning Attorney with 3+ years of experience to join their team.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary
• Excellent benefits package
• Collaborative, friendly environment
• Flexible work schedule
• Generous PTO

Job Details

1. Provide expert legal advice and guidance to clients on all aspects of land use and zoning law, including zoning analyses, land use planning, and regulatory compliance.
2. Represent clients in meetings, hearings, and negotiations with government officials, community groups, and other stakeholders.
3. Draft, review, and negotiate land use and zoning agreements, permits, and other legal documents.
4. Conduct legal research and analysis on complex land use and zoning issues, and prepare legal opinions, briefs, and other documents.
5. Develop and implement strategies to address clients' land use and zoning needs and objectives.
6. Monitor and analyze developments in land use and zoning law and regulations, and advise clients on potential impacts.
7. Collaborate with other team members and contribute to the overall success and growth of the legal practice.

Qualifications

1. A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
2. Admission to the state bar.
3. A minimum of 3 years of experience as a Land Use & Zoning Attorney
4. Exceptional knowledge of land use and zoning law and regulations.
5. Proven ability to represent clients in complex land use and zoning matters.
6. Excellent legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
7. Strong negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to interact effectively with clients and other stakeholders.
8. A high degree of professionalism and ethical standards.
9. The ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively.
10. A commitment to client service and excellence in legal practice.

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