What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Legal Counsel - Land Acquisition position at Search Heights?
Search Heights is working with a Fortune 150 home builder to hire an Associate Legal Counsel for our client's Las Vegas division. Our client builds an average of 1,600 homes / year and is in need of additional counsel to support division counsel in legal matters, primarily focusing on land acquisition contracts and related issues. Great opportunity for an ambitious individual who is interested in learning a ton, advancing their career and getting ingrained in one of the most interesting industries in the country - home building!
Prior experience as legal counsel in home building is required.
We will relocate qualified candidates from anywhere in the US. Please apply and let's talk!
Key Responsibilities :
1. Handle land acquisition, use, entitlement, zoning, and development matters :
- Review and draft contracts, title documents, and land development papers
- Liaise with title companies, municipalities, and special districts
- Manage closings and coordinate with outside counsel
2. Oversee homebuyer contracts and homeowner association matters :
3. Assist in division litigation management :
4. Support Human Resources :
5. Handle subcontractor contracts and disputes
6. Provide legal advice on construction and warranty issues
7. Review marketing contracts and programs
Qualifications :
Search Heights and our clients are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, veteran status, disability, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws.