Counsel Real Estate Brokerage - Sarasota, FL
About The Position
Compass International Holdings is seeking experienced Litigation Counsel to join the Real Brokerage Litigation Team. This attorney will support the company-owned brokerages, including Compass®, Coldwell Banker®, Coldwell Banker Commercial®, Corcoran®, Christie’s International Real Estate, Sotheby’s International Realty®, and @properties®. The role involves managing a diverse litigation docket related to real estate brokerage matters and protecting the company’s interests across multiple brands. The position requires strong courtroom skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with business partners and supervising outside counsel.
Requirements
- JD Degree from an accredited law school
- Minimum of 5 years of commercial litigation experience
- Demonstrated ability to independently litigate civil litigation matters
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and interact well with all staff and all levels of management
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Consultative approach to supporting business objectives while mitigating risk
- High degree of integrity, respect and dedication to the company’s values
- Positive, “can do” demeanor
- Bar Admission: Florida
Nice To Haves
- Some real estate brokerage or in-house legal experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Handle all aspects of real estate brokerage litigation from inception through trial or settlement
- Litigate a personal docket of civil litigation matters and supervise outside counsel on selected matters
- Prepare and defend company witnesses at deposition and depose adverse parties
- Draft, argue, and respond to motions, pleadings, and briefs
- Conduct legal research on complex issues and develop strategic recommendations
- Represent the company in court hearings, arbitrations, mediations, trials and regulatory proceedings
- Advise internal stakeholders on litigation risk and strategy
- Identify emerging issues and recommend proactive solutions
- Provide clear guidance to leadership and support key initiatives that impact brokerage operations
- Contribute to process improvements and best practices within the company
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
