Land Use & Zoning Attorney / Water Law Attorney / Real Estate- Commercial Transactions Attorney in Salt Lake City, UT

Law Firm

Salt Lake City, UT

Land Use & Zoning Attorney / Water Law Attorney / Real Estate- Commercial Transactions Attorney in Salt Lake City, UT

Attorney

3-5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Water Law Attorney

Job Responsibilities:
- Prepare and file applications and requests with the Utah State Engineer
- Participate in adjudicative proceedings before the Utah State Engineer
- Support water-related litigation through research and drafting briefs
- Prepare and defend claims in water right general adjudications
- Advise clients regarding the management and use of water rights
- Assist with water transactions, including conducting due diligence, valuing water rights, and drafting purchase and sale agreements and leases
- Advise regarding construction and real estate agreements related to water infrastructure projects

Education and Experience Information:
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Admitted to practice in Utah or the ability to be admitted on motion
- At least 3-5 years of experience in water law, although candidates with fewer years of experience will be considered
- Knowledge of Utah water law is highly desirable; however, experience in related legal fields will be considered favorably (., other state water law, real estate, public lands, environmental, or litigation)
- Broad experience in commercial real estate and land use planning
- Experience with laws applicable to Utah political subdivisions, including the Administrative Procedures Act, Open and Public Meetings Act, and laws applicable to municipalities, counties, districts, and interlocal entities

Qualifications:
- Keen attention to detail
- Ability to perform complex work with accuracy and timeliness
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Strong problem-solving, strategic, and analytical capability
- Highly motivated, goal-oriented person who is comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Good judgment and adherence to high ethical standards
- Strong academic credentials

Salary Information:
- The law firm offers a competitive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and access to an employee assistance program and wealth management advisors. The benefits package also includes profit-sharing once eligible.