Associate Attorney

Associate Attorney / Associate Division Counsel - $120K / Bonus

Currently in search of Associate Division Counsel to support the Division Counsel and Legal Department with transactional responsibilities related to land acquisition. This is a newly created position to support the growth of the company. Ideally, looking for a Nevada licensed Attorney with a minimum of 3 years real land acquisition experience, however out of state candidates, willing to relocate and obtain a Nevada License will be considered. Please note this is a fully on-site position, and remote or hybrid is not an option.

Main Responsibilities:

• Provides legal advice for land acquisition, land use, entitlement, zoning, and development.
• Reviews and drafts contracts, title and land development documents.
• Works with the title company, municipalities, and special districts; handling closings; consulting with and coordinating with outside counsel.
• Review and revise home buyer contract documents; advises regarding RESPA issues, FHA/VA compliance and other home sale issues.
• Review and revise homeowner association documents and provide advice on homeowner association issues.
• Assist in managing division litigation, including coordination with outside counsel regarding active and potential litigation matters; the provision of documents and information pertinent to active or potential litigation; attendance at hearings, settlement conferences, and related proceedings.
• Assist and advise the Division HR Manager with manager training regarding employment policies and practices.
• Assist and advise the Division HR Manager regarding safety programs, the review and revision of manual and written policies, and safety issues including OSHA.
• Review and revise subcontractor contract documents, handle disputes.
• Provide advice regarding employment matters and issues.
• Provide advice regarding legal issues in construction and warranty.
• Ability to travel overnight
• Review marketing contract and programs; draft documentation as necessary.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate
• Experience with Land Acquisition, Transactional Law & Contracts
• Three to five years related experience and/or training
• Must be a licensed attorney and in good standing with state bar association(s) of which you are a member – willingness to take the bar in Nevada if not licensed in NV.
• Proficiency with MS Office and email