Attorney - Land Use Environmental Real Estate Law - San Francisco

Attorney - Land Use, Housing, Environmental, & Real Estate Law - San Francisco

Patterson & O’Neill, PC seeks an attorney with 0-10 years of experience who is passionate about solving the housing crisis to join our thriving San Francisco office. Our attorneys are recognized leaders in the fields of land use, building permits, real estate litigation, and environmental law.

We represent a wide variety of clients across California in Planning Commission hearings, permit appeals, and litigation in state and federal courts. We are also proud to represent pro‑housing advocacy organizations, including Yes In My Back Yard (YIMBY Law), in high‑profile impact litigation against cities that deny housing development applications. We are at the forefront of state housing law – shaping, testing, and applying complex laws in new and creative ways to help our clients succeed.

Our work has a real and lasting impact on our clients' lives and the public good. We value long‑term relationships with our clients and colleagues, as well as a supportive culture where we love coming to work. We take mentorship seriously and offer early opportunities for court appearances, client contact, and career development.

Excellent research and writing skills are required. Experience with litigation, land use entitlements, the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and state housing law are desirable. The position is located in San Francisco, but we will consider a hybrid work schedule. Applicants must be licensed to practice law in California.

Please submit a resume and recent writing sample. Cover letters are welcomed but not required.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Legal
• Law Practice