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DRB Enterprises LLC lists this Corporate Counsel (2252) opportunity in phoenix, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Job Location: Phoenix, AZ - Phoenix, AZ
Corporate Counsel
DRB Group, Phoenix, AZ, United States (On-site)
DRB Group, a large private homebuilding company, is looking to hire an experienced high quality attorney for Phoenix office. This is a rare opportunity to work in-house for a successful company, as part of a great legal department, where you will enjoy your work and like those you work with. Change your life for the better and join the DRB Group legal team!
JOB PURPOSE
The person in this position will be employed as an attorney in the legal department and will assist the General Counsel and the DRB Group companies in all legal matters. The current workload is primarily transactional, with additional dispute resolution and litigation management responsibilities for assigned geographic regions. The person in this position should have 5+ years of experience as a transactional focused real estate attorney in a law firm or corporate environment. Experience representing or working for a homebuilder is a plus.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Duties and Responsibilities
Draft and negotiate land purchase agreements, construction contracts and various other documents.
Perform due diligence functions on land purchase transactions.
Advise executives on the legal risks facing the organization on a day-to day basis.
Research legal issues impacting the organization by identifying applicable statutes, judicial decisions, and legislation.
Assist with pre-litigation work to minimize risks and maximize legal rights.
Manage ongoing litigation, including outside counsel retained to represent the organization.
Assist with training employees on legal and compliance matters.
Perform corporate audits related to compliance management (e.g., builder license registrations, corporate registrations).
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge and Skills
Strong work ethic and positive, goal-oriented attitude.
Strong analytical, strategic and creative thinking skills.
Exceptional judgment.
Detail oriented.
Superior oral and written communication skills.
Ability to balance multiple competing priorities.
Ability to interact with leaders inside and outside of the organization.
Strict adherence to the ethical duties of the legal profession.
Ability to build and foster effective relationships with others.
Must have a valid driver’s license for company business travel.
Education and Work Experience
Juris Doctorate from a respected ABA accredited law school, and admitted to and in good standing with the applicable state bar.
5+ years of private law firm or corporate counsel practice as a transactional real estate attorney.
Previous experience in homebuilding, construction, and/or real estate related litigation is a plus.
This position is in-office (not remote).
Salary and bonus are commensurate with experience.
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Worksite address
phoenix, AZ, 85003, US
Who can apply
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