Attorney - Land Use/Zoning

Responsibilities: Represent clients in zoning, special use permit, rezoning, and development approval matters Prepare and present applications before local government staff, planning commissions, boards, and governing bodies Advise clients on land use regulations, entitlement strategies, and zoning compliance Conduct due diligence reviews, site analyses, and regulatory assessments for development projects Draft memoranda, applications, agreements, appeals, and related transactional documents Coordinate with planners, engineers, architects, consultants, and project teams throughout entitlement process Participate in community outreach, neighborhood meetings, and stakeholder presentations Assist with zoning appeals, administrative proceedings, and land use disputes Support environmental, permitting, post-approval, and local government law matters Build and maintain client relationships and contribute to business development across Northern Virginia

Key requirements: JD from an accredited law school Virginia Bar admission 2+ years of experience in land use, zoning, real estate, environmental, municipal, or local government law Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills Experience drafting applications, memoranda, briefs, and related land use documents Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced practice Excellent interpersonal skills for engagement with officials, consultants, developers, and stakeholders Interest in economic development, public policy, and the real estate development process interpersonal skills ability to engage effectively with government officials and stakeholders communication legal research legal writing negotiation