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Assistant General CounselHillpointe • Winter Park, FL, United States
Assistant General Counsel

Assistant General Counsel

Hillpointe • Winter Park, FL, United States
9 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

WHY HILLPOINTE? Hillpointe is a fully integrated real estate development and investment management firm focused on developing market-rate workforce housing across the Sun Belt. Ranked at the top of NMHC's list of Builders and Developers, our team ensures best-in-class execution.

Built on its long and proven track record of real estate development, the firm's investment approach is centered around its in-house general contracting expertise, enabling direct control of cost and delivery timeframe. For each project, Hillpointe directly controls land acquisition, land development, construction, procurement of building materials, asset management, and capital markets. This is more than just a job - it's a career-defining opportunity! At Hillpointe, you'll be part of a dynamic, innovative team that has tangible impacts on day-to-day operations and contributes directly to overall success.

Assistant General Counsel

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Assistant General Counsel to join our legal team in Winter Park, Florida. This position offers the opportunity to provide vital legal support across various aspects of our real estate operations.

Key Responsibilities :

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  • Prepare, negotiate and oversee outside counsel in connection with the acquisition, financing, disposition and leasing of real property, construction contracts, and vendor agreements.
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  • Advise and prepare ancillary documents related to legal matters involving land acquisitions, entitlements, zoning, and permitting.
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  • Prepare and coordinate execution of corporate agreements, employment disputes and related items.
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  • Identify legal risks and provide strategic advice to mitigate them.
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  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations applicable to real estate development and investment activities.
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  • Oversee outside counsel for litigation matters, including, but not limited to, contract disputes, tenant issues, and insurance claims.
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  • Work directly with the General Counsel, outside counsels, and internal stakeholders, including executives, project managers, and finance teams, to align legal strategies with business objectives.
  • Qualifications :

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  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
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  • Licensed attorney in good standing.
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  • 6+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably in real estate law, finance law, or a related field.
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  • Proven experience with transactional work, including drafting and negotiating lending contracts.
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  • Strong understanding of law and regulations.
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  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

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  • Experience working in-house for a real estate development firm or in a law firm specializing in real estate financing.
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  • Familiarity with construction law and public-private partnerships.
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  • Strong business acumen and the ability to balance legal risks with business needs.
  • NOTE : This document outlines the general nature and level of work expected from individuals in this role. It's important to understand that this is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills. Additional tasks or job functions that can be safely performed may be required as necessary by supervisory personnel. This flexibility in additional duties showcases the company's adaptability and encourages employees to be versatile. The employee is expected to adhere to all work rules, procedures, and policies established by the company, including, but not limited to, those contained in the employee handbook.

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