Associate Property Management Attorney - Remote, US
About The Position
PURE HomeRiver is seeking an Associate Property Management Attorney who finds satisfaction in working through complex legal questions, understanding the details behind a situation, and using sound legal reasoning to determine the best path forward. This role involves examining circumstances, researching applicable requirements, evaluating potential risks, and determining the next steps for claims, regulatory questions, or operational issues. The attorney will be comfortable owning their work, drawing on legal expertise, and working through matters that require careful analysis and judgment. The position reports directly to the General Counsel and oversees real estate and property management litigation across the Company's operating jurisdictions. Responsibilities include evaluating claims, assessing risk and liability, coordinating discovery, overseeing outside counsel, and representing the Company in remote ADR proceedings. The role also involves close collaboration with Legal, Compliance, and Operations to address requirements related to Landlord-Tenant Acts, DRE/REC regulation, Fair Housing, HUD/EPA standards, rent control ordinances, and habitability requirements. Additionally, the attorney will coordinate responses to subpoenas, deposition notices, document demands, formal complaints, and government audits, while working with regional teams to gather necessary information. The role also includes drafting and reviewing operational agreements, corporate policies, procedures, corporate filings, and licensing documentation to ensure alignment with legal and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- A J.D. from an accredited law school and an active license to practice law in at least one US jurisdiction.
- At least 3 years of experience managing civil litigation, preferably involving real estate, property management, insurance defense, or landlord-tenant disputes.
- Experience interpreting or applying federal, state, and local regulations related to landlord-tenant law, Fair Housing, rent control, habitability, or real estate licensing.
- Experience with litigation matters, including evaluating liability and risk, coordinating responses to subpoenas, deposition notices, or formal complaints.
- Experience drafting or reviewing legal agreements, corporate policies, regulatory filings and licensing documentation.
Responsibilities
- Advise on and manage property management litigation and legal disputes across all operating jurisdictions, including small claims matters.
- Evaluate risk and liability, draw on experience in insurance defense and real estate law, and represent the Company in remote ADR proceedings.
- Support the selection and oversight of external law firms handling civil litigation and specialized local matters, including small claims hearings, mediations, arbitrations, dispositive hearings, trials, and administrative audits.
- Partner with Legal, Compliance, and Operations to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including state Landlord-Tenant Acts, Department of Real Estate/Real Estate Commission (DRE/REC) regulations, Fair Housing Act guidelines, HUD/EPA standards, local rent control ordinances, and habitability mandates.
- Coordinate cross-departmentally and with regional offices to prepare responses to subpoenas duces tecum, deposition notices, document demands, formal complaints, and governmental agency audits.
- Draft, review, and update operational agreements, corporate policies, standard procedures, corporate filings, and licensing documentations to maintain strict legal and regulatory compliance.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
- 401(k) plan with a 4% Instantly Vested Match
- Generous Vacation and Sick time
- Life and Disability Plans
- Wellness Fitness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
