Land Use & Zoning Lawyer

AxiomCanada

30+ days ago

Salary

CAD165000–CAD175000 yearly

Job type

Remote

Job description

Responsibilities :

Advise government entities and municipalities on land development and zoning matters for large development projects, ensuring compliance with municipal, provincial, and federal regulations.
Conduct comprehensive due diligence reviews to assess the legal aspects of land transactions, including title searches, environmental assessments, and regulatory compliance.
Assist clients in obtaining necessary permits, approvals, and variances for land development projects. Prepare and submit applications to municipal authorities, planning boards, and regulatory agencies.
Collaborate with our multidisciplinary legal team, including real estate lawyers, environmental specialists, and regulatory experts, to deliver comprehensive legal solutions to clients.

Minimum Qualifications :

Must be a licensed lawyer in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.

A minimum of 8 years of experience specializing in land use law, with a deep understanding of provincial land use and zoning regulations.

Demonstrated experience providing high-quality and effective legal counsel in areas of land use planning, development law, expropriations, development charges and agreements as well as advocacy before administrative tribunals.

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts to clients and colleagues.

Compensation, Benefits & Location :

This role offers competitive compensation and a highly competitive benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace, that includes Medical, dental, and more. Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiomites predominately work remotely, with the exception that some clients require on-site presence.