Land Use & Zoning Attorney

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Represent clients in meetings, hearings, and negotiations with government officials, community groups, and other stakeholders.
• Draft, review, and negotiate land use and zoning agreements, permits, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex land use and zoning issues, and prepare legal opinions, briefs, and other documents.
• Develop and implement strategies to address clients' land use and zoning needs and objectives.
• Monitor and analyze developments in land use and zoning law and regulations, and advise clients on potential impacts.
• Collaborate with other team members and contribute to the overall success and growth of the legal practice.

Qualifications

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

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package
• Generous PTO

Schedule

Flexible work schedule

Pay

$250,000 - $275,000 per year