Land Use & Zoning Attorney

About the Role

Join a New York real estate law practice advising developers, property owners, institutions, and investors on zoning, land use, and residential rent regulatory matters. Your work will support complex acquisitions and development projects, as well as public approval processes across New York City.

What You'll Do

• Conduct zoning due diligence and prepare written analyses of floor area, permitted uses, bulk, height, and setbacks.

• Advise on development rights transactions, including air rights and zoning lot development agreements.

• Prepare and manage land use applications, including ULURP, BSA matters, landmark reviews, and environmental review.

• Represent property owners in DHCR proceedings, administrative appeals, and tenant-related matters.

• Advise owners and developers on acquisition diligence, assemblage sites, tenant buyouts, building vacates, and demolition projects.

• Coordinate with architects, consultants, community boards, elected officials, and transactional counsel.

What We're Looking For

• Four to ten years of relevant New York City legal experience, including residential rent regulation such as Rent Stabilization, ETPA, and HSTPA.

• Admission to the New York Bar and strong knowledge of the NYC Zoning Resolution.

• Experience with zoning analyses and applications, DHCR proceedings, and landlord-side representation.

• Strong academic credentials and a record demonstrating sustained tenure with employers.

• Relevant real estate industry experience is helpful. Member or partner-level candidates may be considered with portable business.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary is $250,000 to $275,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Hybrid role based in New York, New York, with three days in the office each week, including Wednesday and Thursday.