Senior Corporate Counsel - Austin

DRB Homes; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned attorney to join its dynamic legal department in Austin. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in-house, focusing on transactional real estate law while collaborating with a supportive team. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and a commitment to ethical legal practices. Join a company that values your contributions and offers a positive work environment, where you can thrive professionally and personally.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a transactional real estate attorney.
• Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate land purchase agreements and construction contracts.
• Advise executives on legal risks and perform due diligence on transactions.
• Manage ongoing litigation and assist with training on compliance matters.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Strategic Thinking

Creative Thinking

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Detail Oriented

Relationship Building

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

DRB Group / Brightland Homes, Austin TX.

DRB Group, a large private homebuilding company, is growing rapidly. As a result, so is its legal department. We seek an experienced high quality attorney for our Brightland Homes Austin 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 8+ years of experience as a transactional focused real estate attorney in a law firm or corporate environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Duties and Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate land purchase agreements, construction contracts and other various 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 assigned 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.
• 10+ 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).