Remote Associate Real Estate Attorney

Vacation Ownership Title Agency, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); Remote; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Legal Services

Zusammenfassung

Vacation Ownership Title Agency, Inc. seeks an in-house Real Estate Attorney to support real estate and timeshare closings, title operations, foreclosures, and title compliance in Missouri.

This role works closely with Closing, Inventory, Funding and Leadership teams to mitigate risk and facilitate ownership transfers. The ideal candidate holds a J.D., MO license, and 1–5 years in real estate law, with strong knowledge of title review, deeds, and closing procedures; timeshare industry experience

Qualifikationen

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Missouri license required; additional state licenses preferred.
• 1–5 years of real estate law experience.
• Strong knowledge of real estate transactions, title review, deeds, and closing procedures.
• Timeshare industry experience a plus but not required.

Aufgaben

• Provide legal support related to timeshare transfers, ownership changes, and closing transactions.
• Review deeds, transfer documents, title reports, estoppels for compliance.
• Advise internal teams on real estate and title matters, including ownership disputes and probate.
• Assist in resolving title defects and documentation discrepancies hindering closings.
• Draft and revise legal documents and internal policies for closing operations.
• Ensure compliance with state real estate laws and timeshare regulations.
• Provide risk analysis and recommendations for transactions.
• Support development of best practices to improve efficiency and mitigate risk.
• Conduct legal research on regulatory changes impacting the business.
• Coordinate with outside counsel, title companies, resorts, and third parties.
• Assist with foreclosure, collection, and ownership recovery matters as needed.

Kenntnisse

Real estate law

Title review

Closing procedures

Deed preparation

Legal research

Communication

Ausbildung

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Missouri license

Jobbeschreibung

About the Job

VOTA is seeking an in-house Real Estate Attorney to support the company's growing real estate and timeshare closings, foreclosures, terminations, and title operations. This role will serve as a key legal resource, providing guidance and oversight throughout the timeshare transfer and closing process while helping ensure compliance with applicable state laws, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

The ideal candidate will have 1–5 years of experience practicing real estate law, with a strong understanding of real estate transactions, title matters, deed preparation, and closing processes. Experience within the timeshare industry is preferred but not required. Licensure in Missouri is required. Licensure in FL, North Carolina, South Carolina or additional states is a plus and will be compensated accordingly.

This position is ideal for an attorney who enjoys solving complex title and ownership issues, collaborating with operational teams, and finding practical solutions that support both business objectives and legal compliance. The successful candidate will work closely with Closing, Inventory, Funding, and Leadership teams to review transactions, mitigate risk, and help facilitate successful ownership transfers.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal support and guidance related to timeshare transfers, ownership changes, and closing transactions.
• Review deeds, transfer documents, title reports, estoppels, and related documentation for legal sufficiency and compliance.
• Advise internal teams on real estate and title-related matters, including ownership disputes, probate issues, trust transfers, and other complex transaction scenarios.
• Assist in resolving title defects, documentation discrepancies, and legal issues that may delay or prevent closings.
• Draft, review, and revise legal documents, agreements, correspondence, and internal policies related to closing operations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable state real estate laws, timeshare regulations, and company policies.
• Provide legal analysis and recommendations regarding transaction risk and operational processes.
• Support the development and implementation of best practices, procedures, and controls to improve efficiency and mitigate risk.
• Conduct legal research and provide guidance on emerging regulatory or legislative changes impacting the business.
• Coordinate with outside counsel, title companies, resorts, and other third parties when necessary.
• Assist with foreclosure, collection, and ownership recovery matters as needed.

Work Environment

• Collaborative, collegial environment with diverse tasks and challenges daily
• Ability to collaborate with business leaders
• Opportunity to interface with clients and other corporate counsel
• Opportunity for advancement

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active Missouri license required. Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina licensure or additional state licenses preferred.
• 1–5 years of experience practicing real estate law, title law, closing services, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of real estate transactions, title review, deed preparation, and closing procedures.
• Experience analyzing and resolving complex ownership and title issues.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Timeshare industry experience preferred but not required.

Benefits package:

• Twelve fixed company paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision offers.
• 401(k) with guaranteed company contribution of 3%.
• Employer-paid Life Insurance.
• Employer paid Short and Long term Disability Insurance.
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Voluntary Hospitalization Insurance offers.
• Pet Insurance and out-of-pocket expenses offered through VPI Pet, and Pet Assure.
• Legal Service Assistance.
• Discount program offered through AlphaPerks (Theme parks, movie tickets, shopping, travel, etc.).
• Growth and development opportunities.

VOTA is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, past or present military service, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.