Municipal & Land Use Attorney

Trueline's client, a well-established law firm in Houston, is seeking a Municipal and Land Use Attorney to join their team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with diverse municipalities and make a meaningful impact in public service.

What You'll Do as the Municipal & Land Use Attorney:

• Serve as principal general counsel for multiple municipalities
• Provide comprehensive legal services related to local government operations
• Conduct legal research and prepare various legal documents
• Attend city council and other governing body meetings
• Review laws, contracts, and administrative processes to develop legal strategies
• Offer legal advice to client staff, elected officials, and appointed officials
• Draft and review ordinances, resolutions, policies, and procedures
• Participate in marketing and networking activities

You'll Succeed as the Municipal & Land Use Attorney if you Have:

• 3-10 years of experience in municipal or local government law
• A passion for public service and community impact
• Strong legal research and analysis skills
• Knowledge of local government legal principles, state and federal laws, and regulations
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with clients, courts, and the public
• Proficiency in MS Office tools and Adobe Acrobat
• Familiarity with legal case management software
• Expertise in Texas Open Meetings Act, land use regulations, and other areas of municipal law
• Flexibility to accommodate evening meetings and a varied schedule

Our Client Offers:

• Quarterly incentive bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan and Roth IRA options
• Mentorship program and professional development opportunities
• Flexible work hours as needed
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance
• Collaborative and forward-looking company culture

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We want smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. The more diverse and inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized folks tend to apply only when they check every box. So, if you think you have what it takes but don't necessarily meet every single point in the job description, we encourage you to apply.