Associate Counsel

Milhaus is an award-winning, mixed-use development, construction, and property management company that specializes in Class A, urban, multifamily residential buildings. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Milhaus is comprised of inspired and industrious individuals who are passionate about the development of mixed-use and multifamily communities.

We provide exceptional customer experiences and create solutions for neighborhoods that positively impact communities by providing unparalleled expertise in real estate, investment, development, construction and management.

The Associate Counsel reports to the Associate General Counsel and supports the Legal Department and other Milhaus departments and affiliated companies.

The Associate  will be responsible for handling a wide variety  of commercial, investment, and real estate transactions. This position will provide an excellent opportunity for career growth.

Essential Position Functions:

Transactional Legal Support:

• Provide legal support and manage legal complexities across all phases of real estate investment, including fund formation, acquisition financing, development, leasing, asset management, and disposition.

Contract Drafting and Negotiation:

• Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret a wide variety of agreements, including:

· Non-disclosure agreements

· Consulting and design-build agreements

· Architectural and civil engineering contracts

· Bulk service, subcontractor, and master service agreements

· Leases and property management agreements

Real Estate Transactions:

• Coordinate and manage commercial real estate transactions from inception through closing, working closely with outside counsel on letters of intent, purchase and sale agreements (including title and survey review), and financing documentation.

Corporate and Fund Documentation:

• Prepare organizational and offering materials such as entity formation documents, operating and joint venture agreements, private placement memorandums, and board/shareholder resolutions.

Dispute Management:

• Handle legal matters involving landlord/tenant disputes and assist in resolution strategies.

Policy and Governance Support:

• Draft and maintain internal policies, best practices, legal tools, and compliance programs aligned with Milhaus’ business objectives and core values.

Cross-functional Legal Support:

• Advise and support development, design, construction, and property management teams to ensure legal and contractual compliance across all project phases.

Industry Engagement:

• Actively participate in professional organizations and maintain strong networks within the real estate legal and investment communities.

Education and Qualifications:

• JD degree from an ABA accredited law school with exceptional academic credentials and have strong writing and analytical organizational and communication skills.
• Bar admission in least one jurisdiction in the United States.
• Prefer 3-5 years of relevant legal experience in a law firm or in-house legal department setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Conscientious, self-starter with strong analytical, research and writing skills, and extremely detail oriented, eager to learn and sound business judgment.
• Skilled at meeting deadlines under significant time pressure.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with a high degree of professionalism.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (including radical candor).
• Highly ethical and responsive to colleagues and third parties.

Benefits

• Health, Vision, & Dental insurance
• HSA account with employer match of $500/FSA for dependent care
• Short-Term Disability
• Company Paid Long-Term leave
• Disability and Life Insurance
• 401K Match
• 4 weeks accrued PTO
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 30% discounts on apartments
• Tuition/Certification Reimbursement
• Wellness Bucks Program
• Wellness Program and Competitions
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet insurance
• More!

We stand as one team dedicated to transforming neighborhoods. Through transparency and collaboration, we empower our people to lead. Bikes are our allies, local food is our craving and entrepreneurship inspires us. First impressions are set by our energy and passion, not suits and ties. We embrace the changing ideal of what people call home.

Integrity. Execution. Innovation. Collaboration.

By joining us at our corporate office in downtown Indianapolis or onsite at one of our many properties, you’ll be provided the opportunity to grow your career and become part of a team that truly makes a difference.