Land Use Real Estate Associate Attorney

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Job Overview: A law firm seeks a highly motivated and experienced Land Use Real Estate Associate Attorney with at least 5 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate should be a self-starter capable of handling development applications, representing developers before planning and zoning boards, and possessing strong communication skills to manage client needs.

Job Details:

• Manage development applications from inception to completion, addressing resolution compliance and post-approval issues.
• Serve as the first chair in representing developers before planning boards and zoning boards.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills to effectively manage client needs and expectations.
• Possess a strong understanding of the Municipal Land Use Law and its intricacies.
• Negotiate redevelopment agreements and draft easements as needed.
• New Jersey Bar admission is required.
• Experience and Bar admission in New York or other jurisdictions is a plus.
• Exhibit superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments contemporaneously.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in land use and real estate law.
• Admission to the New Jersey Bar is mandatory.
• Admission to the New York Bar or other jurisdictions is a plus.
• Strong understanding of the Municipal Land Use Law.
• Proven experience in negotiating redevelopment agreements and drafting easements.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the New Jersey Bar.
• Admission to the New York Bar or other jurisdictions (preferred).

Skills:

• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments contemporaneously.
• Strong understanding of Municipal Land Use Law.
• First chair experience representing developers.
• Self-starter with a proactive approach.
• Familiarity with New Jersey and New York land use regulations.

Job Location: Roseland, NJ

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306