Municipal Law Attorney

Best Best & Krieger LLP is a nationally recognized law firm focused on delivering effective and client-service oriented solutions to complex legal issues facing public agencies, businesses and individuals across the U.S. BBK is proud to trace the firm's success back to the groundwork of professionalism and community service laid by its founders 135 years ago. Today, with nearly 250 attorneys in offices throughout California and in Oregon and Washington, D.C., we efficiently and meaningfully assist our clients with complex, multi-disciplinary issues and provide creative solutions. At BBK, we place a high degree of value in creating and nurturing a work environment that attracts the best talent and reflects our commitment to culture, community and equal opportunity. We are proud of our workplace culture, where we respect and value our colleagues for their unique perspectives and experiences. BBK is seeking an experienced and highly motivated attorney with a minimum of eight (8) years of legal experience to join our growing practice, with a focus on municipal law, real estate, and housing-related matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation advising public clients on municipal governance, regulatory compliance, land use, zoning, and public policy issues, as well as significant experience handling complex real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financing, and development. This role also involves counseling clients on housing law matters, including affordable housing and related regulatory frameworks. Candidates must demonstrate excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills, along with the ability to manage matters independently and efficiently while maintaining strong client relationships. A portable book of business is strongly preferred, as is an entrepreneurial mindset and an interest in contributing to the continued growth of the practice. This position is based in our Houston office and candidates must be licensed to practice in Texas. The reasonably expected pay scale for this position seeking an attorney with 8 or more years of experience is $185,000 - $200,000. The actual salary within that range will depend on the selected candidate’s years of practice and experience. We encourage all interested candidates to apply. Best Best & Krieger is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr