What are the responsibilities and job description for the Attorney – Land Use, Zoning & CEQA position at We Are Legal Revolution?
🏙️ High-impact land use role with succession potential at a respected LA boutique 🏙️
A well-established Los Angeles boutique law firm is seeking an experienced Attorney to join its Land Use, Zoning & CEQA practice.
This position is intentionally flexible and can suit a mid-level attorney, senior attorney, or solo practitioner with the right background.
The Role
- Advise on land use and zoning matters, including:
- Zoning and entitlement analysis
- Administrative proceedings and hearings
- Drafting submissions and letters to decision-makers
- Handle land use and CEQA litigation, including:
- Petitions and writs of mandate
- Opening, opposition, and reply briefs
- Work directly with clients, agencies, and stakeholders
- Play a visible role in complex, high-profile development matters
What They’re Looking For
- 3 years of relevant land use experience (open to more senior profiles)
- Hands-on experience with:
- Zoning and entitlement processes
- Administrative land use matters
- Writs of mandate and related litigation
- CEQA familiarity is essential
- Strong writing, research, and analytical skills
- Demonstrated career stability and interest in a long-term platform
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Succession planning opportunity with leadership transition expected over the next few years
- Clear path to partnership for strong contributors
- Low billable pressure (benchmark ~1,200 hours/year)
- Lower billing rates than Big Law, making client development far more achievable
- Boutique environment with direct access to senior leadership
- Hybrid working model with genuine flexibility
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $180K–$250K depending on experience
- Bonuses: Performance-based (often $20K–$40K annually)
- 401(k), health, dental, vision
- National holidays and flexible work arrangements
📍 Location: Los Angeles (Hybrid)
⚖️ Bar: California required
If you’re a land use attorney seeking autonomy, influence, and a realistic path to partnership at a high-quality boutique, this is worth a confidential conversation.
Salary : $20,000 - $40,000