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Municipal Law / Land Use Attorney
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What they do
A Lawyer represents clients in legal matters or court proceedings, provides legal advice and draws up legal documents. Works on criminal or civil cases, and either specializes in one area or practices broadly across all areas of law.
$154,894 / year median in California
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Join a dynamic legal team dedicated to serving public agency clients with impactful legal solutions. In this role, you will provide critical counsel on municipal and land use matters, working closely with public officials and governing boards to ensure effective governance and compliance. Key Responsibilities Advise public agencies on municipal law, governance, and regulatory matters. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, ordinances, resolutions, and other legal documents. Assist clients with land use, planning, zoning, and development matters. Conduct legal research and provide written and oral legal opinions. Analyze proposed legislation, regulations, and policies affecting public agencies. Assist with transactional matters, including public procurement, real estate, and development agreements. Support clients with compliance matters involving local, state, and federal laws. Develop practical legal solutions and risk-management strategies for public agency clients. Qualifications Required Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar. Minimum 5+ years of experience representing public agencies focusing on municipal law matters. Hands-on experience handling complex land use and structural zoning issues. Proven history drafting and negotiating public agreements, contracts, and procurement workflows. Preferred Previous experience in City Attorney or Assistant City Attorney services. Strong familiarity with California Government Code compliance and planning and zoning law. Deep knowledge of Brown Act and Public Records Act matters. Experience with environmental and regulatory compliance, special districts, or local government representation. What We Offer Competitive base salary ranging between $170,000 - $200,000. Hybrid work arrangement with flexibility for remote work. Opportunities for professional development and growth within the organization.