Land Use Attorney

Our client, a growing full-service law firm, is seeking a Land Use Attorney to join their litigation team. The ideal candidate brings persuasive writing ability, confident advocacy, and the organizational skills needed to balance a demanding caseload effectively.

Role: Land Use Attorney

Location: Providence, RI

Schedule: Hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote but can be 3 days in office, 2 days remote after onboarding period)

Salary: $185,000 - $230,000 (depending on experience)

Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee local and state permitting processes from application through final approval, including preparing submissions, attending public hearings, and advocating on behalf of clients before regulatory bodies.
• Represent clients before Zoning Boards, Planning Boards, and other municipal and governmental agencies regarding land use, development, and regulatory matters.
• Prepare, submit, and manage applications for permits, licenses, variances, special permits, site plan approvals, and other governmental authorizations.
• Research and analyze zoning ordinances, land use regulations, municipal bylaws, and applicable state laws to provide legal guidance and strategic recommendations.
• Draft legal opinions, memoranda, and correspondence regarding zoning, planning, permitting, and regulatory compliance issues.
• Coordinate with attorneys, municipal officials, consultants, engineers, architects, and internal staff to facilitate project approvals and client objectives.
• Respond promptly and effectively to client inquiries and time-sensitive matters while maintaining a high level of client service.
• Monitor project progress and regulatory developments, proactively identifying potential issues and recommending solutions.
• Prepare and prosecute administrative appeals and other proceedings related to permitting, licensing, and land use decisions.
• Maintain regular communication with clients and provide timely updates regarding the status of applications, hearings, approvals, and related matters.

Qualifications:

Requirements:

• Admission to practice law in Rhode Island and/or Massachusetts required, with active membership in good standing with the applicable state bar(s).
• 5+ years of experience in land use, zoning, permitting, municipal law, administrative law, or a related practice area.
• Demonstrated experience managing and obtaining permits, licenses, approvals, and regulatory authorizations at the municipal, state, and/or federal levels.
• Strong knowledge of municipal, state, and federal laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and approval processes governing land use, development, licensing, and permitting matters.
• Excellent oral advocacy, negotiation, and written communication skills, including experience representing clients before public boards, governmental agencies, and administrative bodies.
• Proven ability to analyze complex regulatory and legal issues and provide practical, strategic, and solution-oriented counsel to clients.
• Strong legal research, drafting, and writing skills, with a demonstrated record of producing high-quality legal work product.

Compensation

$185,000.00-$230,000.00 Yearly

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