In-House Real Estate Counsel

LGI Homes•Kirkland, WA

23d•$175,000 - $200,000

About The Position

LGI Homes is seeking an In-House Real Estate Counsel for Colorado, Washington, Utah, and Oregon. This position will be based in either our Denver, Seattle, Portland, or Salt Lake City Corporate Office. As one of the World’s Most Trustworthy companies and a Top Workplace in the USA, LGI Homes has a notable legacy of homebuilding excellence. We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic attorney who is eager to dive into the LGI Homes’ systems and culture. The Real Estate Counsel will manage all legal matters relating to real estate acquisitions and development for LGI Homes in Colorado, Washington, Utah, and Oregon. The role will work closely with the Acquisitions & Development Team and provide legal counsel and guidance in drafting and negotiating all transactional documents including real estate acquisition contracts, development agreements, easements, and other ancillary documents. This role will perform all title review and assist with closings. This position will be involved in drafting and assisting with the negotiation of other transactional documents such as sales contracts, purchase contracts, and vendor and trade agreement as needed. The Real Estate Counsel will assist in resolving real estate related legal actions against LGI Homes and may work with outside counsel, as necessary. This position will advise on lien-related and HOA matters that may arise. This position will work closely with the Deputy General Counsel and General Counsel and support other geographic regions, as necessary.

Requirements

A Juris Doctorate (J.D.) or equivalent law degree from an accredited law school
Licensed or eligible to practice law in Colorado, Utah, Washington, or Oregon and in good standing
At least 4 years of experience practicing primarily real estate law at a U.S. law firm and/or in-house corporate legal department
Motivated self-starter with excellent analytical, drafting, and legal skills
Ability to communicate positively and efficiently with members of upper management and internal departments
Be results-driven with excellent judgement and decision-making ability

Responsibilities

Manage all legal matters relating to real estate acquisitions and development for LGI Homes in Colorado, Washington, Utah, and Oregon.
Work closely with the Acquisitions & Development Team and provide legal counsel and guidance in drafting and negotiating all transactional documents including real estate acquisition contracts, development agreements, easements, and other ancillary documents.
Perform all title review and assist with closings.
Drafting and assisting with the negotiation of other transactional documents such as sales contracts, purchase contracts, and vendor and trade agreement as needed.
Assist in resolving real estate related legal actions against LGI Homes and may work with outside counsel, as necessary.
Advise on lien-related and HOA matters that may arise.
Work closely with the Deputy General Counsel and General Counsel and support other geographic regions, as necessary.