Driver, McAfee, Hawthorne & Diebenow, PLLC · 3 hours ago
Land Use Associate Attorney
Metro Jacksonville
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expDriver, McAfee, Hawthorne & Diebenow, PLLC is seeking a Land Use Associate Attorney with 3+ years of experience to join their firm. The role involves advising clients on land use and zoning regulations, drafting agreements, and representing clients before local government boards.
ConsultingLegalProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Advising clients on land use, zoning, permitting, and development regulations
Drafting and negotiating development and real estate agreements with local governments
Representing clients before local government boards and regulatory agencies
Providing counsel on a broad range of land use matters and regulatory requirements
Conducting legal research, drafting land use applications and preparing complex development agreements
Collaborating with firm partners, clients and consultants to provide entitlements and the regulatory framework for development across northeast Florida
Managing client relationships and contributing to business development
Staying informed of legal and regulatory changes impacting the firm’s clients
Qualification
Required
Must be admitted to the Florida Bar
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA accredited law school
Three plus years of legal practice with a background in land use or real estate
Strong writing, research, and analytical abilities
Business – minded approach with excellent communication skills
Proven ability to manage time, projects, and client relationships effectively
Can translate complex legal concepts into practical recommendations
Must be proactive and solutions driven
Preferred
Experience in land use and/or real estate law, in particular land use applications, development approvals and interactions with local government planning staff and legislative bodies
Skilled at drafting and negotiating agreements and land use applications
Comfort with representing clients at public meetings and hearings and community meetings
Attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills
Willingness to manage a challenging workload within a fast-paced environment
Attend public meetings, oftentimes after normal work hours and by driving more than 15 miles from the office
Top 20% of class preferred
Benefits
Health, dental and vision insurance
PTO
Short term and long-term disability
Voluntary term life and AD&D
PTO
401(k)
Company
Driver, McAfee, Hawthorne & Diebenow, PLLC
At Driver, McAfee, Hawthorne & Diebenow we integrate our varied experiences — from well-regarded law firms to executive management, from general and corporate counsel to entrepreneurs — to provide innovative strategies for the growth and development of our clients.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Lawrence Gierum
Partner
Matt Breuer
Partner
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