Land Use Attorney

Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search, a Hispanic Women Owned & Operated National Recruiting Firm stands at the forefront of innovation and excellence. Led by a visionary team with a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion, our firm is dedicated to identifying and attracting top talentacross the nation. With a unique blend of cultural insight and professional expertise, we pride ourselves on creating an environment that fosters success for both employers and candidates. A premier Sarasota firm is seeking a Land Use Attorney with 5+ years of substantive experience to support a busy and sophisticated real estate and development practice. No book of business required. The right candidate will bring technical depth and a desire to work on impactful Florida development matters. Key Responsibilities Advise developers, landowners, and businesses on zoning, comprehensive planning, permitting, and entitlement matters Represent clients before local government boards, planning commissions, and administrative agencies Draft and negotiate development agreements, easements, and related land use instruments Conduct due diligence and provide regulatory guidance for acquisitions, dispositions, and project development Collaborate with real estate, corporate, and litigation attorneys on complex multi-disciplinary matters Qualifications JD from an accredited law school 5+ years of land use, zoning, and permitting experience Florida Bar admission or eligibility for admission Strong advocacy, negotiation, and writing skills Experience appearing before municipal and county governing bodies preferred