iLocatum
Land Use & Environmental of Counsel / Attorney (JC654)
Land Use & Environmental Of Counsel / Attorney
Locations:
- Los Angeles, CA
- Oakland, CA
- San Diego, CA
Must-Haves:
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7+ years of land use and environmental law experience
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In-depth knowledge of CEQA and California land use laws
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Experience with entitlements, permitting, and environmental review
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Active California Bar license
Strongly Preferred:
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Land use litigation experience
- Experience with High-profile public and private projects in CA
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Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills
About the Firm
An established midsize California law firm, with five offices across California, has built a strong reputation over the past 35 years for handling high-profile, high-stakes matters on behalf of both public entities and private sector clients.
Our attorneys are nationally recognized for their legal acumen and results-driven approach. From groundbreaking infrastructure projects to precedent-setting litigation, we are proud to support our clients’ most critical and visible initiatives.
Why Join Us?
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Recognized by Law360 as a “California Powerhouse” for our strength in environmental law, labor and employment, land use, eminent domain, and constitutional law
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A trusted legal partner for major public-facing development and transportation projects
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A litigation team with a track record of landmark victories—including wins before the California Supreme Court and published appellate decisions
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A transactional team skilled in crafting innovative contracts and agreements aligned with client strategy and public mission
About the Role:
This role focuses on sophisticated land use and environmental work, including regulatory permitting, CEQA compliance, and entitlement strategy for major development projects. The ideal candidate will be a trusted advisor to clients, providing legal guidance through the complexities of California’s planning, zoning, and environmental regulations. Litigation experience in land use matters is a plus.
Key Responsibilities:
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Advise clients on complex land use entitlements and regulatory permitting
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Navigate environmental review processes under CEQA and related laws
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Conduct legal research, draft opinions, and review project documents
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Collaborate with a team on large-scale development projects
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Represent clients in administrative proceedings and, when needed, in litigation
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Licensed Attorney with a minimum of 7 years of experience in land use and CEQA matters
- Expert-level knowledge of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), planning and zoning laws, and regulatory frameworks
- Proven ability to advise clients on land use entitlements, permitting, and environmental review processes
- Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
- Comfortable managing multiple complex projects simultaneously in a collaborative team setting
- Experience working on large-scale public and private development projects
- Land use litigation experience strongly preferred
- Located in or open to working from Los Angeles, Oakland, or San Diego, CA
- Interested in joining a high-caliber legal team shaping California's infrastructure and communities
Why Consider This Role?
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Work on high-profile and high-stakes land use matters
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Join a collaborative and supportive legal team
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Competitive compensation: $250,000 – $340,000 (dependent on experience and location)
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Enjoy a balanced billable hours requirement and performance-based bonus opportunities
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Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, 401(k) with match, and profit-sharing
This is an exciting opportunity to take your land use expertise to the next level while contributing to transformative projects across California.
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