Land Use & Environmental Associate

Land Use & Environmental Associate

Company Overview:

A highly respected midsize California law firm with multiple offices statewide is recognized for handling sophisticated high-profile matters for both public and private sector clients. The firms Land Use & Environmental Practice Group advises on complex development infrastructure and regulatory matters tied to some of Californias most impactful projects.

About the Role:

An established California law firm is seeking a motivated and collaborative associate attorney with 3 5 years of experience to join its Land Use & Environmental Practice Group. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to build a long-term career advising clients on complex development projects environmental review matters land use entitlements and regulatory permitting issues throughout California.

The role offers exposure to sophisticated public and private projects and the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys on impactful matters involving CEQA planning and zoning laws and California land use processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented proactive and thrives in a fast-paced team-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on land use entitlements permitting and environmental review matters
• Support CEQA compliance and California land use matters
• Conduct legal research and draft motions memoranda and other legal documents
• Assist with regulatory and development-related matters involving planning and zoning laws
• Collaborate with attorneys across offices and practice groups on complex projects
• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

What Were Looking For:

• 3 5 years of land use and environmental law experience
• Extensive experience with CEQA and California land use matters
• Strong knowledge of planning zoning and California land use processes
• Experience advising clients on land use entitlements and regulatory permitting
• Excellent research writing analytical and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively within a team environment
• Strong attention to detail and client service mindset

Why You Should Join:

• Work on high-profile development and infrastructure projects across California
• Join a respected Land Use & Environmental team with a strong statewide reputation
• Gain hands-on experience advising public and private sector clients on sophisticated land use and CEQA matters
• Collaborate closely with experienced attorneys in a supportive and team-oriented environment
• Enjoy meaningful responsibility and direct client exposure early in your career
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility alongside valuable in-office mentorship and collaboration
• Reasonable billable hour expectations that support professional growth and long-term success
• Competitive compensation package with annual discretionary and billable hour bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance 401(k) with partial match and profit-sharing opportunities
• Strong platform for continued career development within a growing and highly active practice group