Environment & Land Use Associate

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Los Angeles, CA

Environment & Land Use Associate

Attorney

1-10 yrs required

No

Job Overview

A leading law firm is seeking a California-licensed Associate Attorney to join its Environment & Land Use practice group. The role offers the opportunity to work on significant legal matters involving renewable energy, public infrastructure, utilities, housing, transportation, and commercial development. Ideal for an attorney with a passion for environmental law, this position provides meaningful client exposure, cross-practice collaboration, and excellent advancement potential within a collegial and hybrid work environment.

Location

• Los Angeles, CA

Duties

• Conduct land use and environmental due diligence for private and public projects

• Advise on and secure land use entitlements and environmental/resource permits

• Provide legal counsel on CEQA and NEPA compliance matters

• Defend environmental and zoning approvals in both state and federal courts

• Collaborate with cross-functional legal teams including Real Estate, Infrastructure, Eminent Domain, and Government Relations

• Support clients in the renewable energy, housing, utilities, transportation, and infrastructure sectors

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience practicing environmental and land use law

• Experience with CEQA, NEPA, entitlements, and permitting processes (strongly preferred)

• Demonstrated legal research and analytical skills

• Strong writing ability and attention to detail

• Ability to manage deadlines in a dynamic and fast-paced legal environment

• Interest in long-term career development in environmental and land use law

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited . law school

Certifications

• Active membership in the California State Bar (required)

Skills

• Excellent legal writing and oral communication

• Strong organizational and project management capabilities

• Proficiency in environmental regulatory frameworks and land use law

• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset

• Capable of working independently and with cross-practice groups

Benefits

• Eligibility for annual bonus (including 15% of base compensation for meeting billable hour targets)

• Hybrid work flexibility

• Significant early case responsibility and client interaction

• Professional growth opportunities within a collaborative team environment

• Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance employer policies