Attorney – Municipal & Local Government Job at Robert Half (Palos Heights)

Local Government Attorney

Our client, a leading Special District law firm in the Denver metro area is look...

Location

United States , Lakewood

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Licensed attorney in Colorado, in good standing
J.D. from an accredited law school
5+ years of experience in a law firm or similar setting with experience in real estate or special district law
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Sound judgment with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Experience serving as general counsel to special districts or municipal entities is preferred for this position
Background in real estate, land use, or related regulatory work
Comfort working directly with boards, councils, or public bodies
Active license to practice law in Colorado and in good standing
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

Job Responsibility

Draft contracts, ordinances, resolutions, and memoranda
Advise boards, councils, and public entities
Work directly with clients and professional consultants
Participate in meetings with governing bodies
Occasional travel throughout Colorado and some evening meetings with client boards and councils

What we offer

Annual salary reviews tied to performance and growth
Bonus opportunities, including up to 3% of base salary and additional performance-based incentives tied to billable hours
401(k) with profit sharing, including a 4% match and up to 5.7% discretionary contribution
100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision (base plans)
Self-managed PTO with autonomy and accountability
12 paid holidays
Life insurance (1x salary)
Long-term disability and optional short-term disability
Flexible work environment with remote options
On-site gym, locker room, and tenant lounge

Fulltime

Attorney - Municipal/Local Government Law

Are you passionate about representing units of local government and shaping comm...

Location

United States , Palos Heights

Salary:

90000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 2+ years of experience in municipal/local government law
Valid Illinois law license
Excellent organizational, research, and writing skills, with a strong attention to detail
Ability to communicate effectively and collaboratively with clients
Licensed attorney with at least two years of experience in municipal or local government law
Proficiency in legal research and writing, with strong analytical skills
Familiarity with case and document management software, including 3M, Adobe Acrobat, and Conveyancer
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with clients and team members
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities to manage multiple cases efficiently
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

What we offer

H/D/V/Life Insurance
401K+ profit sharing
PTO
Discretionary Bonus

Fulltime

Attorney – Municipal/Local Government Law

Are you passionate about representing units of local government and shaping comm...

Location

United States , Palos Heights; Elmhurst

Salary:

90000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 2+ years of experience in municipal/local government law
A valid Illinois law license
Excellent organizational, research, and writing skills, with a strong attention to detail
The ability to communicate effectively and collaboratively with clients
Licensed attorney with at least two years of experience in municipal or local government law
Proficiency in legal research and writing, with strong analytical skills
Familiarity with case and document management software, including 3M, Adobe Acrobat, and Conveyancer
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with clients and team members
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities to manage multiple cases efficiently
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Job Responsibility

Experience in the Following Areas: Zoning, development, real estate, or property demolition/abandonment litigation
Writing ordinances and drafting/reviewing contracts and agreements
Municipal litigation, including code enforcement, license enforcement, adjudication, and employment matters
Property transactions, including purchase and sale agreements, development agreements, closings, and lending documents
Attending board or committee hearings and providing legal counsel

What we offer

H/D/V/Life Insurance
401K+ profit sharing
PTO
Discretionary Bonus

Fulltime

Land Use Attorney

Location

United States , Providence

Salary:

185000.00 - 230000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Admission to practice law in Rhode Island and/or Massachusetts required, with active membership in good standing with the applicable state bar(s)
6+ years of experience in land use, zoning, permitting, municipal law, administrative law, or a related practice area
Demonstrated experience managing and obtaining permits, licenses, approvals, and regulatory authorizations at the municipal, state, and/or federal levels
Strong knowledge of municipal, state, and federal laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and approval processes governing land use, development, licensing, and permitting matters
Excellent oral advocacy, negotiation, and written communication skills, including experience representing clients before public boards, governmental agencies, and administrative bodies
Proven ability to analyze complex regulatory and legal issues and provide practical, strategic, and solution-oriented counsel to clients
Strong legal research, drafting, and writing skills, with a demonstrated record of producing high-quality legal work product

Job Responsibility

Manage and oversee local and state permitting processes from application through final approval, including preparing submissions, attending public hearings, and advocating on behalf of clients before regulatory bodies
Represent clients before Zoning Boards, Planning Boards, and other municipal and governmental agencies regarding land use, development, and regulatory matters
Prepare, submit, and manage applications for permits, licenses, variances, special permits, site plan approvals, and other governmental authorizations
Research and analyze zoning ordinances, land use regulations, municipal bylaws, and applicable state laws to provide legal guidance and strategic recommendations
Draft legal opinions, memoranda, and correspondence regarding zoning, planning, permitting, and regulatory compliance issues
Coordinate with attorneys, municipal officials, consultants, engineers, architects, and internal staff to facilitate project approvals and client objectives
Respond promptly and effectively to client inquiries and time-sensitive matters while maintaining a high level of client service
Monitor project progress and regulatory developments, proactively identifying potential issues and recommending solutions
Prepare and prosecute administrative appeals and other proceedings related to permitting, licensing, and land use decisions
Maintain regular communication with clients and provide timely updates regarding the status of applications, hearings, approvals, and related matters

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
enrollment in our company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Paralegal

We are looking for a detail-oriented Paralegal to support legal work serving loc...

Location

United States , Denver

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Prior experience working as a paralegal in a law firm, government office, or legal department
Demonstrated exposure to municipal law, county government matters, or other local government legal work
Knowledge of litigation support processes, including deadline tracking, document organization, and court filing coordination
Familiarity with corporate law concepts, governance documentation, and the maintenance of corporate minute books
Experience supporting commercial real estate transactions or public finance matters, including municipal bonds, is strongly preferred
Proficiency with case management software and standard legal document management tools
Strong written communication, organizational ability, and attention to detail across multiple concurrent assignments

Job Responsibility

Prepare, review, and organize legal documents related to municipal matters, corporate governance, and commercial real estate transactions
Maintain official records such as corporate minute books and other governance materials with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality
Support attorneys with litigation activities by managing filings, tracking deadlines, and coordinating case materials through case management software
Assist with work involving counties, municipalities, and other public entities by gathering records, summarizing information, and monitoring legal requirements
Contribute to municipal bond and bond financing matters by organizing transaction documents, compiling closing materials, and tracking key milestones
Conduct legal and factual research on local government issues, municipal laws, and related regulatory topics to support ongoing client matters
Coordinate document flow among attorneys, clients, government contacts, and outside parties to help keep projects moving on schedule
Help manage administrative and legal records updates, including any required system or process changes affecting matter documentation and file organization

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Commercial Real Estate & Land-Use Attorney

Robert Half is partnering with a law firm actively looking for a skilled Commerc...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience in municipal law, land use, zoning, or environmental law
Proficient in handling real estate and title matters in a municipal context
Strong legal research, writing, and document drafting abilities
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail and deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment
Previous experience representing municipalities or government entities is an advantage
Licensed attorney with expertise in civil litigation, land use planning, and environmental law

Job Responsibility

Provide legal counsel to municipalities and local government entities on a variety of regulatory and governance matters
Draft, review, and negotiate documents related to land use, zoning, real estate, municipal bylaws, and contracts
Conduct legal research to support policy development, compliance strategies, and litigation preparation
Represent municipalities in negotiations with developers, residents, and other stakeholders
Offer guidance on environmental and regulatory compliance at federal, state, and local levels
Assist with litigation processes involving zoning disputes, land use enforcement, and other municipal legal issues
Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas to deliver comprehensive legal solutions
Monitor and stay informed about updates in municipal, zoning, land use, and environmental law

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Director of Advocacy Engagement

AHLA is seeking a full-time Director of Advocacy Engagement to lead the recruitm...

Location

United States , Washington

Salary:

110000.00 - 130000.00 USD / Year

American Hotel & Lodging Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Communications, or related area or equivalent work experience
5-10 years of experience in government or advocacy
or a combination of education and experience
Knowledge of the legislative process at the federal, state, and local levels
Experienced computer and software knowledge, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Demonstrated ability to work in diverse political climates with legislators, regulators, governors, attorneys general and municipal officials and staff
Excellent project management skills with great attention to detail and strong work ethic
Excellent oral and written communication skills
ability to write and edit clear, engaging, and grammatically correct content
willingness to be coached

Job Responsibility

Develops and implements a strategic plan around the recruitment, mobilization, and retention of grassroots advocates across various political districts in support of the lodging industry
Maintains regular communication with grassroots supporters and grasstops advocates to keep them engaged and active throughout the year, including alerts, newsletters, email updates, virtual and in-person meetings, social media messaging, etc
Activates and engages grassroots supporters in both online and offline tactics, as appropriate, to impact public policy campaigns
Writes and launches action alerts to mobilize volunteers to send communications to lawmakers, regulators and industry leaders
Works closely with government affairs and communications staff to develop such communications materials for grassroots supporters that will most effectively lead to engagement by such advocates with policymakers on behalf of the lodging industry
Identifies opportunities for the recruitment of grasstops advocates with outsized potential influence toward policy outcomes
Works with the federal and state and local government affairs divisions to execute hotel tours (“Heart of House”) for elected officials in key districts and municipalities
Plays a leading role in the planning and execution of federal, state and local fly-ins in order to leverage member and state hotel association engagement
Plans and implements training for supporters and staff as needed to educate on legislative priorities and how they can make an impact through advocacy
Regularly evaluates growth of the grassroots and grasstops programs through various metrics, including but not limited to tracking performance of communications and analyzing network trends through web-based action and reporting systems

What we offer

AHLA is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience, not a checklist that exactly matches the job description. We want to help you grow and in return, you help us grow into a stronger, more inclusive organization. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Fulltime

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Social Worker – Fostering - Family and Friends Team

Are you passionate about working with Family and Friends Carers and improving th...

Location

United Kingdom , Aylesbury

Salary:

40109.00 - 47629.00 GBP / Year

Buckinghamshire Council

Expiration Date

July 20, 2026

Requirements

Social work qualification
Active SWE registration
Completed ASYE
Working knowledge of legislation and guidance which applies to family and friends work
Experience of working in looked after children or with foster carers
Knowledge of research, inquiries and recent studies affecting this sector of service and an ability to monitor its application in practice
Strong written communication skills
Minimum of 2 years post qualifying experience
Experience and competence in working with the courts and providing written and verbal evidence

Job Responsibility

Deliver targeted and specialist social work services in the area of Kinship Care
Clarify eligibility and undertake statutory social work assessments
Promote the safety and well-being of children and young people
Assess and support prospective Family and Friends carers in line with Fostering Regulations and court proceedings
Hold a manageable caseload of SG and Reg24 assessments
Provide carer support
Work within statutory guidelines and fostering regulations
Assist with duty with opportunities to deliver training, run support groups and be involved in the organisation of carer events
Support the development and growth of the service

What we offer

Market premium of £2,750 per annum for Grade 7
Golden Hello payment after one years service (£1,000 for Grade 6, £2,125 for Grade 7)
Competitive salary with a market increment
Annual leave up to 30 days per year
Opportunity to buy further leave
Up to 15 days per year training, learning and development offer
Free parking across all office sites
Relocation packages available
Generous employer pension contribution
Discounts on Cafés, restaurants and shops

Fulltime

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