Land Use & Environmental Attorney Job at Robert Half (Oakland)

Land Use & Environmental Attorney

This rewarding Attorney position may be for you. This permanent Attorney role is...

Location

United States , Oakland

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Licensed attorney
Civil Litigation Experience experience highly desired
Land Use Planning experience
Land use experience
Foundational knowledge in Environmental Regulations
Proficiency in environmental law
Must possess analytical, legal research and writing skills
Great attention to detail

Job Responsibility

Analyze and summarize legal documents
Correspond with clients and opposing counsel
Supporting attorneys and staff within the practice groups department
Legal research and drafting of a wide range of legal documents
Strong communication skills and able to receive criticism well

What we offer

competitive base salary
bonus potential
benefits package
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Environmental Attorney

Well-established boutique law firm in Illinois is seeking an environmental attor...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Licensed and in good standing to practice law in the state of Illinois
5-7 years of experience practicing environmental law, with a strong background in regulatory compliance, transactional work, and/or litigation
In-depth knowledge of federal and Illinois-specific environmental statutes, policies, and programs
Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Proven ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines with efficiency and attention to detail
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, regulatory agencies, and team members

Job Responsibility

Represent clients in a wide range of environmental law matters, including regulatory compliance, natural resource management, land use and zoning, and environmental litigation
Provide counsel to businesses, government entities, and individuals regarding federal, state, and local environmental regulations
Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, contracts, and other legal documents related to environmental concerns
Assist clients in obtaining permits and navigating regulations related to land redevelopment, hazardous waste management, and emissions compliance
Handle environmental due diligence for real estate transactions and corporate mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures
Represent clients in administrative proceedings and litigation before courts and regulatory agencies
Stay current with new and evolving regulations, laws, and industry trends to provide proactive advice and solutions to clients
Build and maintain relationships with clients through effective communication and exceptional legal service

What we offer

Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off
Opportunities for pro bono and community engagement initiatives

Fulltime

New

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

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 insurance
disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Litigation Attorney

A distinguished law firm is currently searching for an associate attorney with e...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Licensed attorney
Civil litigation experience
Deep understanding of Draft Pleadings
Foundational knowledge in Arguing Motions
Defending Depositions experience
Environmental law experience
Adeptness in Discovery
Must possess analytical, legal research and writing skills
High attention to detail
Great written, verbal, and interpersonal skills

Job Responsibility

Managing issues related to hazardous and solid waste, water, air quality, endangered species
Handling California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) matters
Working on land use and administrative enforcement cases and providing counsel on environmental permitting, due diligence, and adherence to regulatory standards
Engaging in substantial legal drafting, including pleadings, motions, and discovery documents
Managing document discovery, conducting depositions, arguing motions, and offering guidance on environmental concerns

What we offer

competitive base salary, bonus potential and benefits package
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Senior Attorney, Land Use & Environmental Permitting

The Infrastructure Legal Affairs team supporting Microsoft's Cloud Operations + ...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

147000.00 - 258000.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor Degree or international equivalent degree AND 6+ years experience as a practicing attorney OR equivalent experience
Active license to practice law in a jurisdiction and capable of meeting admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction
3+ years experience in land use, and/or environmental law
ideally working on large infrastructure projects or datacenters, either in-house, for a utility, municipality or at a law firm
3+ years experience implementing legal solutions that enable process improvement
Experience collaborating with senior leaders, executives and external stakeholders on complex environmental legal matters

Job Responsibility

Providing strategic support for zoning, planning and permitting to enable the delivery of Microsoft’s Americas datacenter projects
Advising on site development environmental matters and obtaining environmental permits for Microsoft’s Americas datacenter projects
Negotiating and drafting infrastructure development agreements with municipalities and utilities
Assistance with real estate documents ancillary to development efforts
Managing local zoning and land use counsel
Creating new contract models, templates, playbooks, and process improvements
Demonstrate results orientation, customer focus, a commitment to providing the highest quality client service
Apply technology, including AI, to improve legal work and efficiency
Collaborating with team members within and across organizational boundaries
Developing strong, trusted advisor relationships with business clients and executives

Fulltime

Attorney

Attorneys with a passion for environmental, land use, and water law will be inte...

Location

United States , Sacramento

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Licensed attorney
Top notch academic credentials and references
Land use experience required
Environmental law experience
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Must possess analytical, legal research and writing skills
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-pressure environment, to prioritize client matters and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent

Job Responsibility

Legal research and drafting of a wide range of legal documents
Correspond with clients and the counsel for the opposing side
Analyze and summarize legal documents
Supporting attorneys and staff within the practice groups department

What we offer

Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement benefit
Bonus potential

Fulltime

Principal Strategy Program Manager - Land Acquisition/Land Development

Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) team is seeking a Principal Str...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Significant experience in strategic affairs, regulatory policy, or infrastructure development within technology or industrial sectors
Proven track record of influencing policy and driving systemic improvements in complex, global environments
Deep understanding of land acquisition, permitting, and regulatory frameworks for large-scale infrastructure projects
Experience influencing and working with regulatory policy makers in the environmental, land use and construction sectors
Experience in the permitting of projects via accelerated permitting processes (designated projects of economic interest etc)
Experience managing a portfolio of projects and associated budgets and schedules
Ability to establish and maintain cross-functional and positive working relationships with internal and external teams including environmental consultants, engineering firms, attorneys, contractors, and regulatory agencies
Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail and high standards for quality of deliverables
Exceptional leadership skills with experience managing global, cross-functional teams
Strong analytical and negotiation capabilities

Job Responsibility

Support Strategic Enablement Initiatives: Support the development and advancement of strategies to inform permitting, regulatory compliance, and land development processes across the EMEA region, aligning with business objectives and regional regulatory environments
Policy & Advocacy: Partner with Government Affairs to shape external policy environments that support hyperscale infrastructure growth
Cross-Functional Leadership: Partner across land acquisition, energy, network, legal, environmental, and engineering teams to align priorities, clarify interdependencies, and support integrated delivery planning
Risk Mitigation: Identify systemic risks impacting infrastructure timelines and design proactive mitigation strategies through strategic analysis and cross-functional coordination
Stakeholder Engagement: Build trusted relationships with internal executives and external partners to drive consensus on strategic priorities
Data-Driven Insights: Contribute to metrics, reporting, and analytical frameworks that measure impact, track progress across a portfolio of initiatives, and inform executive and senior leadership decision-making
Thought Leadership: Represent Microsoft in industry forums and regulatory discussions to advance cloud infrastructure

Fulltime

Land Use & Environmental Attorney

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Oakland

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

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Job Posted:
March 18, 2026

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