Land Use & Zoning Attorney in Irvine, CA

Law Firm

Irvine, CA

Land Use & Zoning Attorney in Irvine, CA

Attorney

2-5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Associate Environment & Land Use

Job Responsibilities:
The Environment & Land Use associate will work within the Environment & Land Use Group at a law firm, focusing on diverse sectors such as renewable energy, transit and transportation, regulated utilities, housing and commercial developments, and public infrastructure. The associate will represent both public and private clients in these areas. Key responsibilities include:

- Conducting land use and environmental due diligence.
- Managing land use entitlements and environmental/resource permitting.
- Providing CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act) and NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act) counseling and ensuring compliance.
- Defending zoning and/or environmental approvals in state and federal court.
- Collaborating with other practice groups on major projects, including the Real Estate Group, the Eminent Domain & Inverse Condemnation Group, the Infrastructure Group, and the Government Relations & Regulation Group.

Education and Experience Information:
Candidates must have 2-5 years of experience in environmental law and must be admitted to the State Bar of California. They should possess excellent writing skills, sharp analytical abilities, and a strong interest in environmental law. Experience in land use and environmental sectors, as well as familiarity with CEQA and NEPA, is highly desirable.

Salary Information:
The salary range for the position of a 2-5 year Associate at the law firm is $175,000 to $210,000 annually. The successful candidate’s salary is expected to fall within this range, though actual compensation will depend on factors such as the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Associates are also eligible for various annual bonuses, including a bonus of 15% of base compensation for meeting the law firm’s 1,850 annual billable hours expectation.

Additional Information:
The law firm offers a collegial, hybrid work environment with significant early responsibility and excellent advancement opportunities for associates. The law firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and adheres to non-discriminatory practices regarding race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability status, or any other category protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the law firm's employment lifecycle, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, and social and recreational activities. Additionally, the law firm is a Fair Chance employer and will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. Employees have access to highly sensitive, confidential, and valuable information of clients and others, and certain criminal history may pose a significant risk to the firm’s business operations and reputation.