We have the distinct pleasure of representing a Top Tier Law Firm seeking highly qualified associates with 3-5 years of solid land use experience for their Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego and Bay Area offices. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in and enthusiasm for land use issues and trends, and in helping shape the communities we serve. Ideally, candidates will have experience with land use, administrative law, zoning, affordable housing, the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Subdivision Map Act, historic preservation laws and the California Coastal Act. Their land use group combines law with strategic insight and strong government contacts to help clients obtain entitlements, permits, and approvals. They work with developers, property owners, investors, public agencies, and nonprofits to guide complex and sensitive projects through an increasingly intricate regulatory compliance and approval process. The salary range for this position is $250-$345K.