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Hillpointe · 3 days ago

Assistant General Counsel

Winter Park, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

Hillpointe is a fully integrated real estate development and investment management firm focused on developing market-rate workforce housing across the Sun Belt. They are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Assistant General Counsel to provide vital legal support across various aspects of their real estate operations.

LeasingProperty DevelopmentReal Estate

Responsibilities

Prepare, negotiate and oversee outside counsel in connection with the acquisition, financing, disposition and leasing of real property, construction contracts, and vendor agreements

Advise and prepare ancillary documents related to legal matters involving land acquisitions, entitlements, zoning, and permitting

Prepare and coordinate execution of corporate agreements, employment disputes and related items

Identify legal risks and provide strategic advice to mitigate them

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations applicable to real estate development and investment activities

Oversee outside counsel for litigation matters, including, but not limited to, contract disputes, tenant issues, and insurance claims

Work directly with the General Counsel, outside counsels, and internal stakeholders, including executives, project managers, and finance teams, to align legal strategies with business objectives

Qualification

Juris Doctor (JD)Licensed attorneyReal estate lawTransactional workConstruction lawAnalytical skillsBusiness acumenProblem-solving skillsCommunication skills