Strategic Land Use & Zoning Associate

Hirschler; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Hirschler, a dynamic, multispecialty law firm, seeks an experienced associate for our Commercial Real Estate Practice with emphasis on land use, rezonings, and related regulatory matters.

The role is based in our Tysons or Fredericksburg office, with immediate client contact and substantial responsibility in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating purchase agreements, leases, and development-related documents.

Qualifications

• Admission to Virginia Bar is required.
• Strong writing and analytical skills are essential.
• Excellent communication abilities and a collaborative mindset are necessary.
• Experience advising on land use, zoning, and entitlements under Virginia law.
• Experience pursuing rezonings, CUPs, variances, proffers and related approvals.
• Experience representing clients before planning commissions and zoning boards.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate sale/purchase agreements and leases.
• Assist with development-related agreements and loan documents.
• Coordinate due diligence including title and survey reviews.
• Advise clients on land use, zoning, and entitlements under Virginia law.

Skills

Land use experience

Zoning & entitlements

Strong writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Client advisory experience

Education

Admission to Virginia Bar

Job description

Hirschler, a dynamic, multispecialty law firm, seeks an experienced associate for our Commercial Real Estate Practice with emphasis on land use, rezonings, and related regulatory matters.

The role is based in our Tysons or Fredericksburg office, with immediate client contact and substantial responsibility in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating purchase agreements, leases, and development-related documents.