Attorney, Real Estate (Tax Function)

ThedaCare • Neenah, WI

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About The Position

Responsible for the legal oversight, management, and administration of the drafting, review, and negotiation of all system contracts in the areas of real estate, construction, commercial and office leases for Froedtert ThedaCare Health, Inc. (FTCH) internal contract stakeholders and other organization leaders, consistent with the FTCH mission, vision, and enterprise values, including providing legal counsel and advice for non-clinical arrangements with health care providers, dispute resolution, and compliance to applicable regulations. Responsible for providing legal oversight and counsel on property and other tax issues impacting FTCH, including management and administration of the drafting, review, and negotiation of tax-related transactions for FTCH internal contract stakeholders and other organization leaders, consistent with the FTCH mission, vision, and enterprise values, including dispute resolution, negotiations with taxing authorities and compliance to applicable regulations.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law as in-house counsel and in good standing in the State of Wisconsin or be eligible to seek admission to practice in Wisconsin upon hire.
• Minimum of 5 to 8 years of relevant contracting experience in a non-profit setting or with a law firm that specializes in non-profit clientele.
• Strong preference for experience in the hospital or health system setting.
• Deep understanding of federal and state laws governing real estate, construction, leases and property tax.
• Strong leadership communication and management skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with non-profit organizations, particularly regarding Wisconsin Health Care Financing Authority (WHEFA) programs.

Responsibilities

• Primary legal counsel on real estate and construction projects from early stages through closing to ensure that projects can be completed on time and within budget.
• Perform legal oversight of due diligence, land acquisition and development agreements, identifying legal, environmental and financial risks and mitigation.
• Draft and negotiate agreements with contractors, suppliers, or other parties.
• Review and advise on financing options and negotiate finance terms as applicable.
• Ensure all legal documents are in order and compliance with laws and regulations (zoning and otherwise).
• Partner with other OGC members throughout and engage, work with and manage outside legal counsel as necessary.
• Primary legal counsel on commercial lease agreements, including negotiations and advising FTCH internal contract stakeholders.
• Function as lead attorney on property and other tax issues impacting FTCH.
• Engage, coordinate and manage outside legal counsel as necessary.
• Work closely with business operators and leaders of the various FTCH entities to support and provide guidance on large complex construction and real estate projects and transactions.
• Provide legal guidance on contractual obligations and risk management in areas of focus.
• Ensure proper documentation and compliance with contractual terms.
• Work closely with VP, General Counsel (Corporate Law), Attorney Contracting Function and other department support staff to improve processes and systems.
• Ensure proper deployment of OGC contracting team resources to assist with FTCH legal contracting matters.
• Function as lead attorney in the resolution of legal contractual disputes related to areas of focus.
• Monitor changes in pertinent legislation and regulations that may affect the company's operations.
• Collaborate with and support internal team and finance-related vendors on tax audits.
• Be an integral part of advancing the leadership, oversight, and efficiency of the FTCH Office of General Counsel (OGC) contracting team.
• Support and provide leadership, supervision, and development of the contracting professional support team.

Benefits

• Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support.
• Access & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree