Associate Counsel II – Real Estate and ROW

CapMetro; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CapMetro in Austin, TX is seeking an Associate Counsel II to provide legal advice on real estate, right-of-way (ROW), and capital improvement matters. You will draft and negotiate complex real estate agreements, assess development risks, and offer regulatory guidance to staff and the Board of Directors.

This role requires a Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited school, a Texas State Bar license, and a minimum of three years of active practice with at least two in real estate law.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensed member of the Texas State Bar.
• Minimum of 3 years of active legal practice, with at least 2 years in real estate law.
• Preferred: experience with municipal ordinances, zoning, permitting, rail, or utility real estate work.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and draft real estate and development-related agreements (leases, easements, purchase/sale agreements).
• Advise on municipal codes, zoning, and permitting requirements.
• Manage outside counsel and assess litigation risks.
• Provide legal oversight for transportation-related programs and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

Skills

Real estate law

Regulatory compliance

Legal drafting

Negotiation

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Licensed Texas State Bar

Job description

Associate Counsel II – Real Estate and ROW

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Organising Institution / Firm

CapMetro

Rolling Basis (Official)

Austin, TX

Not Specified

Juris doctorate from an ABA accredited law school; Licensed member of the Texas State Bar; Minimum 3 years of active practice of law, including 2 years of real estate experience.

Law Firm Job

Role Overview

CapMetro, the regional public transportation provider for Austin, TX, is seeking an Associate Counsel II to provide legal advice and assistance regarding real estate, right-of-way (ROW), and capital improvement matters. This role involves drafting and negotiating complex real estate agreements, managing litigation risks, and providing regulatory guidance to staff and the Board of Directors.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Education: Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school.


• Licensure: Must be a licensed member of the Texas State Bar.


• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of active legal practice, with at least 2 years specifically in real estate law.


• Preferred: Experience with municipal ordinances, zoning, permitting, rail, or utility real estate work.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Negotiate and draft real estate and development-related agreements (leases, easements, purchase/sale agreements).


• Advise on municipal codes, zoning, and permitting requirements.


• Manage outside counsel and assess litigation risks.


• Provide legal oversight for the Public Safety Program and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local transportation regulations.

Stipend & Mode

Compensation: Not specified.
Mode: Hybrid (typically 8-12 days in-office per month).