Sr Land Use Planner

DLA Piper•Los Angeles, CA

4d•$77 - $103•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the supervision of attorneys, performs a range of substantive case, matter or entity related duties. Work independently to manage large multi-disciplinary project teams, guiding them through the zoning entitlement process. Coordinate efforts between attorneys, clients, co-consultants, jurisdictional staff and appointed or elected officials.

Requirements

Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Excellent communication skills required to interact with clients, co-consultants, jurisdictional staff and appointed/elected officials.
Must be able to work independently to manage large multi-disciplinary project teams and guiding them through the zoning entitlement process.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
10+ experience in a law firm setting supporting a Real Estate practice group.
Must have experience requesting public records from public agencies, preparing and filing project application packages and effectuating permits in specific jurisdictions.
Experience must include drafting findings and project descriptions, statements of justification, researching code section and reviewing environmental and engineering documents/plans (EIR/MND).

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a large law firm preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares applications and supporting documentation for matters related to land use including zoning relief, local ordinances and property searches.
Drafts findings and project descriptions, statements of justification, researching code sections and reviewing environmental and engineering documents/plans (EIR/MND).
Lead the work of other Land Use Planners as well as government employees and external agencies.
Coordinates the Municipal Lobbying Ordinance reporting process.
Assists with the entitlement process and transitional housing entitlement projects.
Assists with preparation, recording and filing of documents related to the acquisition, development, finance and disposition of real property across jurisdictions.
Under supervision of a lawyer, drafts and revises term sheets, letters of intent, agreement of sale, leases, deed, easements and rights of way.
Assists with all aspects of land development and/or subdivision approval process including municipal rezoning requests, variances and other forms of zoning relief.
Other duties as assigned.