Land Use & Zoning Attorney

About the Role

Join a New York City real estate law practice advising developers, property owners, institutions, and investors on zoning and land use matters. You will help clients assess development opportunities and secure approvals for projects across the city.

What You'll Do

• Conduct zoning due diligence for acquisitions and financings, and prepare written analyses of floor area, use, bulk, height, and setbacks.

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

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

• Coordinate with architects, consultants, community boards, and elected officials through the public review process.

• Work with transactional attorneys on real estate acquisitions and development projects.

What We're Looking For

• At least 3 years of experience interpreting and applying the New York City Zoning Resolution.

• Hands-on experience with zoning due diligence, written zoning analyses, and land use applications.

• Admission to the New York Bar.

• Experience advising developers, owners, or institutions on New York City land use matters.

Compensation & Benefits

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

Location

Hybrid role based in New York, New York.