Sr. Associate Attorney - Land Use & Zoning

Job Description

Job Description

Sr. Associate Attorney - Land Use & Zoning

Land Use & Zoning Associate Attorney

Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated Land Use & Zoning Associate Attorney to support developers, municipalities, and public entities on land use, zoning, and redevelopment matters. The ideal candidate will handle project permitting, municipal board appearances, due diligence, and transactional and litigation support related to real estate development. This role combines technical land use practice with transactional drafting and administrative advocacy, with particular emphasis on New Jersey law and local redevelopment matters including PILOT agreements.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on land use, zoning, redevelopment, and real estate development strategies from project inception through approval and build-out.
• Prepare and file permit applications, site plan and subdivision submissions, rezoning and variance applications, and related municipal filings.
• Represent clients before planning boards, zoning boards, zoning officers, municipal councils, and redevelopment agencies in hearings and negotiations.
• Draft and negotiate redevelopment agreements, PILOT agreements, easements, covenants, and other land use-related transactional documents.
• Conduct land use due diligence and title review to identify development constraints, zoning compliance issues, and permit needs.
• Provide litigation support and, when needed, prosecute or defend administrative appeals and enforcement actions related to zoning, permits, and municipal approvals.
• Coordinate with engineers, planners, architects, and environmental consultants to prepare comprehensive application packages and respond to technical review comments.
• Manage case files, maintain deadlines, and communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and government agencies throughout the approval and appeals process.
• Contribute to business development by helping prepare proposals, client presentations, and by cultivating relationships with municipal officials and development professionals.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admission to the New Jersey Bar required.
• 5+ years of experience practicing land use, zoning, redevelopment, or real estate development law; municipal practice experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with redevelopment matters, site plans, subdivisions, variances, rezoning, and municipal board practice.
• Familiarity with permitting processes, due diligence investigations, and drafting of redevelopment agreements and PILOT arrangements.
• Experience supporting or handling land use litigation and administrative appeals in New Jersey.
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills; comfort presenting to boards and negotiating with municipal stakeholders.
• Ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams including planners, engineers, and environmental consultants.
• Excellent organizational skills, client-service orientation, and ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines independently.
• Candidate with prior experience in general development projects, real estate transactions, and familiarity with local municipal procedures is preferred.
  
   

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Benefits

- Medical, dental & vision insurance

- 401k

- PTO

- Bonus

- Hybrid 

- Growth opportunities

- Competitive Salary ($210,000-$230,000/year DOE)

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/07/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

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