Land Use Attorney
1 day ago
Austin
Job DescriptionThis Jobot Job is hosted by: Arpana Davis Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" buttonand sending us your resume. Salary: $130,000 - $200,000 per year A bit about us: Based in Austin, Texas, we are a civil practice law firm that has been serving clients since the early 1980s, representing individuals, privately held companies, national and multi-national corporations, lending institutions, utility providers, and governmental entities in a broad range of legal matters. Why join us? Medical/Dental/Vision Life insurance and AD&D Short and long term disability 401k with match PTO Job Details Job Details: We are seeking a dynamic, experienced Land Use Attorney to join our legal team. This is an incredible opportunity for a talented attorney to apply their expertise in municipal utility districts (MUD), land use, and real estate law. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work on a variety of complex land use and real estate projects, and to be part of a team that values your skills, innovative thinking, and passion for the law. Responsibilities: • Advise clients on matters related to land use, zoning, and environmental issues, including the acquisition, leasing, and sale of real property., • Represent clients before governmental agencies and bodies, planning commissions, and courts on land use matters., • Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for real estate transactions and advise clients accordingly., • Prepare legal documents, including briefs, contracts, and real estate closing statements., • Manage and oversee all aspects of a transaction, from the initial client meeting to the final closing., • Review, draft, and negotiate various types of real estate agreements, including leases, purchase and sale agreements, and land use documents., • Conduct research on relevant laws, regulations, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, legal opinions, and briefs., • Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school., • Admitted to practice law in the state and in good standing with the state bar., • Minimum 2 years of experience as a Land Use Attorney, with a focus on MUD, land use, and real estate law., • Proven track record of representing clients in complex land use and real estate matters., • Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations to clients, governmental entities, and other members of the legal team., • Strong research skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to handle large amounts of complex information., • High level of professionalism and confidentiality., • Ability to work independently, manage large workloads, and keep deadlines. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.Company DescriptionJobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values. Founded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). Ready to find a good job? Create your profile today at Jobot.com.