Legal Specialist

Overview

The Legal Specialist is responsible for providing legal support in all aspects of the company s real estate transactions, property management, and business operations. This role involves reviewing legal documents, ensuring regulatory compliance, mitigating legal risks, and providing counsel to the company on legal matters.

• Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts related to property sales, leases, and other real estate transactions. Ensure contracts comply with legal requirements and protect the company s interests.
• Legal Documentation: Prepare legal documents such as deeds, leases, purchase agreements, and legal notices; manage the execution and filing of legal documents in compliance with legal standards.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the company s activities comply with local, state, and federal real estate regulations; monitor changes in real estate law and provide updates to relevant departments.
• Dispute Resolution: Assist in resolving disputes related to contracts, property management, and tenant issues; work with external legal counsel when necessary and coordinate litigation strategies.
• Risk Management: Identify potential legal risks related to property acquisitions, dispositions, and development projects; provide recommendations to mitigate those risks and ensure legal protection for the company.
• Due Diligence: Conduct legal due diligence for property acquisitions including reviewing title reports, zoning regulations, environmental assessments, and other legal matters; collaborate with other departments in the due diligence process.
• Legal Counsel: Advise company leadership and departments on legal matters and offer legal opinions on business strategies and transactions; provide legal support in negotiations, licensing, and permitting processes.
• Corporate Governance: Ensure that corporate governance documents are up-to-date and compliant with applicable laws; assist in preparing resolutions, minutes, and other governance documentation.
• Real Estate Transactions: Assist in the legal aspects of real estate purchases, sales, leasing, and financing; work with external lawyers, brokers, and consultants to complete transactions.
• Litigation Support: Provide support in legal proceedings related to real estate disputes, including gathering evidence, documentation, and coordinating with external legal teams.

Education
:

• Bachelors Degree in Law (LLB) or related field.
• Bar certification or equivalent legal accreditation (if required by jurisdiction).

Experience
:

• 3-5 years of legal experience in real estate, property law, or corporate law.
• Experience in contract negotiation and drafting.
• Familiarity with real estate regulations, zoning laws, and property management.

Skills
:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in legal research tools and software (e.g. Lexis Nexis, Westlaw).
• Knowledge of real estate law, property law, and contract law.