Opti Staffing Group ยท 1 day ago
Senior Attorney
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expOpti Staffing Group is a Seattle-based law firm that offers comprehensive legal services across various domains including business and land use. The Senior Attorney will represent clients in legal matters, manage land use due diligence, draft legal documents, and supervise junior staff while contributing to business development initiatives.
B2BDeliveryHuman Resources
Responsibilities
Represent clients before hearing examiners, planning commissions, city and county councils, administrative boards, and superior and appellate courts
Draft and/or oversee the drafting of briefs
Manage land use due diligence and permitting, including evaluating development opportunities, advising on project strategies, and guiding clients through the permitting process
Prepare due diligence and client advisory memos
Communicate strategically with planners, department directors, and elected officials
Draft new code provisions and guide them through city and county amendment processes
Participate in Land Use Group meetings and firm events
Contribute to business development initiatives
Handle regular communications (calls, emails, etc.)
Supervise junior attorneys, legal assistants, and potentially paralegals
Perform additional duties as needed
Qualification
Required
Undergraduate degree and JD from accredited institutions
Active WSBA membership
At least 8 years of experience as a Pacific Northwest land use attorney
Outstanding writing and oral communication skills
Strong understanding of legal and land use concepts
Demonstrated business development success
Effective delegation and mentoring abilities
Excellent judgment and the ability to explain complex issues clearly
Strong organization and project management skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
High attention to detail and accuracy
Comfort working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods (sit/stand desk available)
Preferred
Existing partial book of business is welcome, but not required
Benefits
Possibility of bonuses and additional incentives
Potential partnership track consideration
Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
Life insurance/AD&D
Health reimbursement account plan
Cafeteria plan
Long-term disability
401k
Vacation
Sick/safe time
Transportation/parking subsidy
Company
Opti Staffing Group
Opti Staffing Group is a staffing and recruiting company specializing in direct hire, contract to hire, and temp hire services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Mike Houston
Chief Marketing Officer
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