Houston | Hybrid

Real Estate Land Use Associate Attorney

AmLaw 100 Opportunity

Compensation

$235,000 – $375,000+

A highly respected national law firm is seeking a Real Estate Land Use Associate Attorney to join its Houston office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing developers, investors, landowners, and other real estate industry clients in sophisticated land use, zoning, and development matters.

Ideal Background

• 5+ years of land use, zoning, real estate, or related experience gained at a sophisticated law firm or governmental agency

• Experience representing developers, landowners, investors, and other real estate industry participants

• Experience handling land use entitlements, zoning matters, permitting, annexations, subdivisions, and development approvals

• Experience appearing before municipal boards, planning commissions, zoning authorities, and governmental agencies

• Experience advising clients regarding land development regulations, comprehensive plans, and environmental or regulatory compliance matters

• Experience supporting real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and development projects is preferred

• Strong legal research, drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills

• Ability to manage sophisticated matters while working directly with clients, consultants, and governmental authorities

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Active Texas bar admission required

Why This Opportunity

✅ Sophisticated national real estate and land use platform

✅ Exposure to complex development, zoning, and entitlement matters

✅ Significant client interaction and responsibility

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 100 environment

✅ Partnership-track opportunity

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174