Municipal Land Use Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) with partial match

Competitive health insurance

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Municipal Land Use Attorney in Oakland, CA. The role focuses on land use and zoning matters for public agencies across California, requiring 3–8 years of relevant experience and admission to the California Bar.

The attorney will conduct due diligence, advance permitting strategies, and advise clients through complex regulatory processes. A hybrid work arrangement is available, with discretionary bonuses and competitive health benefits.

Qualifications

• 3-8 years of land use and zoning experience.
• Experience with CEQA, NEPA, and other environmental laws.
• Strong writing, research, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Responsibilities

• Conduct land use due diligence and permitting assessments.
• Develop strategies to achieve client developer goals.
• Assist clients throughout the permitting process.
• Provide practical, client-focused advice on complex legal issues.
• Regularly update clients on the progress of their matters.

Skills

Analytical skills

Drafting skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Team oriented

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Municipal Land Use Attorney in Oakland, CA. The firm provides comprehensive legal services to public agencies across California, focusing on land use and zoning matters. They are looking for attorneys with 3-8 years of relevant experience to join their team.

Duties

• Conduct land use due diligence and permitting assessments.
• Develop strategies to achieve client developer goals.
• Assist clients throughout the permitting process.
• Provide practical, client-focused advice on complex legal issues.
• Regularly update clients on the progress of their matters.

Requirements

• 3-8 years of land use and zoning experience.
• Experience with CEQA, NEPA, and other environmental laws.
• Strong writing, research, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• State Bar of California admission.

Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong work ethic and self-starter attitude.
• Team-oriented mindset.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement option.
• Reasonable billable hours requirement.
• Annual discretionary and billable hours bonuses.
• Competitive health insurance benefits.
• 401(k) with partial match.