The Community Preservation Corporation · 5 hours ago
Deputy General Counsel, Litigation - Affordable Housing Finance
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$240K/yr - $275K/yr
15+ years expThe Community Preservation Corporation (CPC) is a nationally recognized leader in affordable housing finance, striving to contribute to neighborhood revitalization. The Deputy General Counsel focuses on litigation and legal support for CPC’s mortgage lending business, managing litigation matters, providing strategic legal advice, and overseeing compliance and regulatory initiatives.
Real Estate
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead and manage all litigation matters, including enforcement actions, commercial disputes, and other business related litigation with the goal of protecting CPC’s or investor’s interests through litigation or reasonable litigation avoidance
Provide strategic legal advice to the General Counsel and senior leadership on litigation risk, resolution strategies, and legal exposure
Collaborate with leaders across company business functions to align legal strategies with broader company objectives and reputational considerations
Provide counsel and advice to support units, including construction portfolio management, loan servicing, and asset management
Oversee outside counsel relationships, ensuring effective representation and cost management
Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., Servicing, Asset Management, Originations) to identify and mitigate litigation risks
Draft and review legal correspondence, settlement and forbearance agreements, litigation-related documentation, maturity extension agreements
Represent CPC in mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings as needed
Monitor legal developments in housing finance, mortgage lending, and nonprofit governance that may impact CPC’s litigation posture
Support compliance and regulatory initiatives, including responding to subpoenas, audits, and enforcement actions
Lead discovery, e-discovery and litigation holds
Assist General Counsel with litigation-related aspects of new program initiatives
Provide excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders by responding promptly and accurately to legal inquiries
Provide management and supervision of paralegal staffing, performance appraisals, promotions, performance management and terminations
Review and approve outside counsel billing statements, ensuring accuracy and reasonableness
Leverage artificial intelligence to enhance litigation strategy, automate document review, identify evidence, and accelerate discovery while ensuring compliance with ethical and regulatory standards
Qualification
Required
Admission and good standing as an attorney in the State of New York
Minimum of 15 years of litigation experience, preferably in commercial lending and/or affordable housing
Proven ability to manage complex litigation and relationships with multiple outside counsel
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Deep understanding of New York foreclosure law, affordable housing programs and commercial loan structures
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities with precision
Preferred
Admission and good standing as an attorney in other states a plus
Benefits
Competitive compensation
401(k) retirement plans with employer match
Medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their dependents
Commuter benefits
PTO for vacation, personal days, sick leave, holidays, jury duty, bereavement, parental leave, and disability
Tuition assistance program
Two “work from anywhere” weeks per year
Summer Fridays
Collaborative working spaces
Service days to support our communities
Employee development and engagement events
Company
The Community Preservation Corporation
The Community Preservation Corporation maximizes housing investment with unique, flexible capital solutions.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Rafael E. Cestero
Chief Executive Officer
Stephanie Canzani
Chief Operating Officer
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