Corporate Counsel (2252)

DRB Homes; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

DRB Group in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an experienced Corporate Counsel to join our on-site legal team in Tempe. The role focuses on transactional real estate matters and requires 5+ years of experience.

You will support the General Counsel, handle land purchase agreements, construction contracts, due diligence, and disputes management, with opportunities to train staff and oversee compliance.

Qualifications

• 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).

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).

Skills

Strong work ethic

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Judgment

Detail oriented

Oral and written communication

Prioritization

Relationship building

Driver's license

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Bar admission

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Phoenix Division - Tempe, AZ 85282Corporate 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.

Qualifications