General Counsel

We are seeking an experienced General Counsel to oversee the Company’s legal matters across development, construction, acquisitions, financing, leasing, corporate operations, and risk management.

This is a senior in-house position working closely with ownership and executive leadership across all aspects of the business.

Responsibilities:

• • Oversee legal matters relating to acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, financing, and development transactions
  • Review and negotiate construction contracts, consultant agreements, vendor contracts, leasing documents, and corporate agreements
  • Manage outside counsel across litigation, employment, condo offering plans, regulatory matters, and disputes
  • Support development and construction teams on project-related legal and risk management matters
  • Review insurance claims, compliance matters, and corporate governance documentation
  • Assist with entity structuring, operational risk management, and strategic business matters
  • Coordinate legal documentation related to lenders, investors, and regulatory agencies
  • Maintain organized legal records and documentation systems

Qualifications:

• • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from accredited law school
  • Licensed attorney in New York State preferred
  • Minimum 5+ years experience in real estate law, development, construction, or related transactional practice
  • Strong experience with NYC real estate development, contracts, and construction-related matters preferred
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and legal matters simultaneously
  • Strong judgment, organization, communication, and negotiation skills

Employment type: Full-time, In-Person