Associate Attorney – Land Use & Zoning: Arlington County
Access-HR, Inc.•Arlington, VA
•$125,000 - $180,000•Hybrid
About The Position
A premier Northern Virginia commercial real estate law firm is seeking an experienced Land Use Attorney to join its active land use practice in Arlington County. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience navigating complex zoning matters and working collaboratively with municipal officials, local government bodies, and client teams across multiple jurisdictions.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and an active license to practice law in Virginia.
- Proven experience in land use, zoning, and municipal practice within Northern Virginia jurisdictions.
- Superior research, analytical, writing, editing, communication, critical thinking, and public presentation skills.
- Highly detail-oriented with strong time-management skills and the flexibility to attend required evening meetings.
Responsibilities
- Represent clients in land use and zoning matters, including rezonings, special use permits, comprehensive plan amendments, and conditional zoning applications.
- Interface with and build relationships with all levels of city, town, and county government staff, planning commissions, and elected officials.
- Prepare, analyze, and present qualitative and quantitative research for land development applications and public hearings.
- Attend and participate in evening public meetings, including planning commission sessions, governing body hearings, and citizen outreach forums.
Benefits
- health insurance
- 401(k) profit sharing
- paid time off and holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
