Cooperative/Condominium Real Estate Associate

NORRIS MCLAUGHLIN, P.A.•New York, NY

1d•$160,000 - $190,000•Onsite

About The Position

The New York City office of Norris McLaughlin, P.A., has an opening for an experienced associate with 4–7 years of experience representing cooperative and condominium and boards in various transactional and corporate matters. This role offers the opportunity to serve as outside general counsel to boards on a wide range of governance, finance, compliance, contractual and operational matters, while working closely with experienced practitioners in a collaborative team environment within the firm real estate group.

Requirements

4–7 years of experience representing cooperative and condominium boards
Strong knowledge of cooperative and condominium laws, governance, and compliance
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple matters and work both independently and collaboratively
Admission to the New York Bar required

Responsibilities

Advise condominium and cooperative board of directors on governance matters, including reviewing by-laws, proprietary leases, declarations, house rules, and facilitating annual meetings and elections
Serve as primary legal counsel to boards on day-to-day operational and compliance matters for city and state regulated cooperatives within the Mitchell-Lama program
Provide guidance on regulatory and compliance issues, including matters involving city, state and federal statutes, environmental regulations, municipal building codes and local laws
Counsel boards on corporate governance, financial matters and fiduciary duties
Negotiate and draft contracts, including construction, engineering, architectural, property management agreements
Negotiate access agreements and collaborate with firm litigation department