Associate Attorney

Hubbell Realty Company

West Des Moines (IA)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading real estate company seeks an Associate Attorney to provide legal support in various areas, including real estate, construction, and corporate law. This position requires strong analytical and communication skills along with a license to practice law in Iowa. The role offers an excellent opportunity for professional development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3-5 years’ relevant experience required.
Experience in real estate industry required.
Experience drafting and negotiating contracts preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide legal support and counsel on real estate and corporate matters.
Draft and review legal documents independently.
Conduct legal research and advise internal clients.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

License to practice law in Iowa

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

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Position Summary

The Associate Attorney is responsible for providing legal support and counsel to internal clients in real estate, construction, management, and general corporate matters. This role will also conduct legal research, draft and review documents, and participate in client meetings and negotiations. A foundation and knowledge in real estate, construction, corporate, and contract law are critical to this role. This role offers an opportunity for professional growth and development within a dynamic and collaborative environment. This position will collaborate closely with managers and team members of various business units within Hubbell Realty Company.

Independently provide objective, thorough, timely and well-researched legal advice and counsel to internal clients, understand and provide counsel on the strategy, business objectives and goals of the Company, provide options for key decision makers to analyze the legal risk and take action.
Independently provide legal advice and counsel on real estate matters, construction matters, property management matters and corporate matters.
Draft and review purchase and sale agreements, platting and entitlement documents, construction documents, leases, estoppels, affidavits, organizational documents, declarations, and other documents for the business without the need for supervision or oversight.
Independently reviews contracts and draft documents and policies as required by departments of the company.
Independently researches various legal issues and gathers other data, information, and materials for the business.
Independently lead initiatives and collaborate with other attorneys and business partners to implement changes, forms, strategies, and other procedures to mitigate risks, proactively change, or address regulatory outcomes.
Acts as a backup to various tasks performed by other attorneys for the Company.
Develop strong relationships and mutual trust with internal clients that foster proactive communication and meet the goals of the business.
Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Independently provide objective, thorough, timely and well-researched legal advice and counsel to internal clients, understand and provide counsel on the strategy, business objectives and goals of the Company, provide options for key decision makers to analyze the legal risk and take action.
Independently provide legal advice and counsel on real estate matters, construction matters, property management matters and corporate matters.
Draft and review purchase and sale agreements, platting and entitlement documents, construction documents, leases, estoppels, affidavits, organizational documents, declarations, and other documents for the business without the need for supervision or oversight.
Independently reviews contracts and draft documents and policies as required by departments of the company.
Independently researches various legal issues and gathers other data, information, and materials for the business.
Independently lead initiatives and collaborate with other attorneys and business partners to implement changes, forms, strategies, and other procedures to mitigate risks, proactively change, or address regulatory outcomes.
Acts as a backup to various tasks performed by other attorneys for the Company.
Develop strong relationships and mutual trust with internal clients that foster proactive communication and meet the goals of the business.
Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements

License to practice law in Iowa required.
Minimum of 3-5 years’ relevant experience required.
Experience in real estate industry required.
Experience in law firm and/or in-house environments preferred.
Experience drafting and negotiating contracts and other legal documents preferred.

Travel

Occasional travel between office locations required.

Success Factors

Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts.
Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment and to meet deadlines under pressure.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to build rapport with clients, colleagues and opposing counsel.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Commitment to professional development, continuous learning, and adherence to ethical standards of the legal profession.

Note: This job description describes the general nature and essential functions of the position without including peripheral and incidental duties. Contents of this job description are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. Employees may receive other job-related instructions and be required to perform other job-related work as requested by the manager. All requirements are subject to possible modification to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

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