General Municipal Law Attorney

2-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Riverside is seeking a General Municipal Law Attorney with 3+ years of experience in areas including General Municipal Law, Code Enforcement, Water Law, and Sanitation District Law. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement option and an annual telecommute budget to support remote work. Attorneys are expected to meet a billable hour requirement of 1850 and will receive competitive health insurance benefits, 401(k) with a partial match, and eligibility for annual discretionary and billable hour bonuses.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel and representation to municipalities, local governments, and special districts
• Advise clients on matters related to general municipal law, including land use, zoning, and public contracting
• Handle code enforcement matters and represent clients in administrative hearings and court proceedings
• Assist with legal issues pertaining to water law, including water rights, regulations, and disputes
• Address legal matters concerning sanitation districts, including compliance, governance, and litigation

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in California
• 3+ years of experience in General Municipal Law, Code Enforcement, Water Law, and Sanitation District Law
• Strong understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and procedures
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Demonstrated commitment to client service and satisfaction

Education:

Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications:

Active license to practice law in California

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis
• Negotiation and advocacy
• Client counseling and representation
• Administrative and court proceedings
• Land use and zoning regulations
• Water rights and regulations
• Compliance and governance in sanitation districts

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