Senior Attorney / Counsel- Land Use / Government Advice

Job Posting : Land Use / Government Adcice Attorney

Position :   Attorney

Location :  San Francisco, CA

Employment Type :  Full-Time

Position Overview :

We are seeking a Land Use and Government Advice Attorney with at least six years of municipal law experience, including strong expertise in housing, land use, and CEQA. This role offers the chance to represent public agencies across the Bay Area and California while supporting a growing practice. Our attorneys provide full legal support to cities, counties, special districts, and nonprofit clients. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple matters efficiently. Candidates should be collaborative, enjoy mentoring junior staff, and be comfortable with public speaking and business development.

Key Responsibilities :

Serve as principal legal contact for public agency and nonprofit clients

Provide clear and efficient communication on a wide range of government and land use matters

Attend and advise at public meetings and hearings

Supervise associates, legal professionals, and office staff

Lead business development and marketing initiatives for individual practice and firm-wide growth

Advise on housing, land use, and CEQA matters, as well as general government law including the Brown Act, Public Records Act, and Political Reform Act

Qualifications & Skills :

6–10 years of legal experience, preferably serving as lead attorney on client engagements

Strong written and oral communication skills, with excellent research and analytical abilities

Commitment to public interest legal practice or serving the public sector

Expertise in housing and land use law, including CEQA

Knowledge of general government law, including Brown Act, Public Records Act, and Political Reform Act

Ability and interest in mentoring junior attorneys and legal staff

Comfort with public speaking and active involvement in business development

Why Join Us :

This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in public law while working on meaningful, high-impact matters that shape communities and public policy. You will collaborate with a skilled team of government advice and litigation attorneys, take on substantial client responsibility, and contribute to the growth and leadership of the firm.

How to Apply :   Apply online, or send your resume in confidence to  jaimi.harper@gogpac.com . We look forward to reviewing your application!

Call / Text Jaimi Harper directly at (605)-679-9312 with questions about the position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.