Attorney | Water Law | Hybrid |
Salt Lake City's vibrant real estate and development community is calling. A top-tier Utah law firm is seeking a seasoned Water Law Attorney to join its Real Estate, Land Use, and Water Law practice. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on high-profile water rights adjudications, permitting matters, and complex regulatory compliance issues while contributing to a collaborative, highly respected team. Why This Role Stands Out • Work directly with developers, municipalities, agricultural landowners, and utilities on critical water rights and land-use matters. • Exposure to land use, zoning, environmental, and natural resource issues tied to real estate development. • Competitive base salary ($170,000-$188,000) with generous bonus potential. • Hybrid flexibility with office-based collaboration 4 days per week. • Mentorship, leadership opportunities, and long-term growth in a stable, collegial firm. What You'll Do • Handle water rights adjudications, permitting, and regulatory compliance. • Advise on water rights changes, non-use issues, exchanges, and groundwater/surface water disputes. • Navigate land-use and zoning processes, entitlements, and municipal approvals. • Draft and review real estate agreements, regulatory filings, and client documents. • Collaborate across practice groups on environmental, natural resources, and corporate matters. • Provide strategic guidance to clients and support firmwide initiatives. • Supervise junior attorneys and staff as needed. What You Bring • 10+ years of meaningful experience in water law. • Utah Bar membership or willingness to obtain. • Familiarity with land use, zoning, environmental, or natural resources matters preferred. • Exceptional academic credentials and writing ability. • Ability to independently manage complex matters and interact with state/local agencies. • Strong collaborative, ethical, and communicative mindset. • Utah ties valued (family, education, or lifestyle). Life in Salt Lake City Enjoy a perfect balance of urban amenities and outdoor adventure. Hiking, skiing, and vibrant cultural offerings are right at your doorstep, along with a welcoming community and strong local economy. Benefits • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance with no waiting periods. • 401(k) with employer match and discretionary profit sharing. • HSA contributions, FSA options, and supplemental insurance are available. • Free parking or UTA transit pass. Join Us This is a rare chance to shape the future of water and land-use law in Utah with a firm known for stability, collaboration, and excellence. The firm is moving quickly and will consider candidates immediately. Salary Range: $170,000 - $188,000 Reference: 147978 #IND1 #ZR Apply tot his job