- Support VPRA's team throughout commercial negotiations relating to real property transactions.
- Draft, edit, and negotiate real property instruments such as purchase and sale agreements, leases, deeds, easements, and similar agreements.
- Lead or support transactional work streams such as overseeing and reviewing title examinations and plats, obtaining title insurance, managing settlement and recordation of real property instruments, and similar efforts.
- Manage the acquisition process for parcels acquired in support of project development, both from private entities (subject to the federal Uniform Relocation Act (URA)) and public entities (not subject to the URA).
- Provide essential real-property-related advice to support VPRA's over $3 billion capital project program, including obtaining land use permits and eminent domain proceedings.
- Advise concerning pre-acquisition environmental due diligence efforts.
- Advise the client team on risks associated with real property transactions and establish and maintain relationships with outside counsel to support VPRA's real property legal needs.
- Maintain and update VPRA's right-of-way acquisition management plan (RAMP).
- Support creating and maintaining VPRA's real property document control system.
- Interact with state and federal agencies during the right-of-way acquisition process, including the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality and the Federal Railroad Administration.
- Support grant funding and project permitting by assuring compliance with the law.
- Graduation from an accredited law school
- Admission to the Virginia bar is required
- At least three (3) years of practicing law in support of real property transactions is required.
- Strong business acumen and keen written, technical, negotiation, and advisory skills.
- Ability to build solid and effective working relationships within VPRA and with outside counsel and other stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to establish credibility and rapport with various constituencies.
- Ability to conduct complex legal research and analyze existing laws and regulations.
- Ability to create, compose, and edit legal opinions, contracts, and other legal written materials.
- Ability to represent VPRA before courts or other legal matters.
- Ability to liaise with outside legal counsel on complex legal issues or large projects.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
- Flexibility and ability to cope with a changing environment.
- Enthusiasm - the ability to be energetic, creative, and proactive.
- Ability to function autonomously and as a contributing team member.
- Willingness to enhance/develop relevant skills.
- Five (5) years of relevant experience
- Expertise with Virginia state agencies or other public sector real property transactions is strongly preferred
-
General Counsel
6 days ago
Insight Global Richmond, United StatesJob Overview: · Reporting to the President and under the guidance of the Chief Legal Officer, this attorney will serve as the General Counsel of Monument Consulting, LLC, a managed services provider, and serve as core member of the management team to help guide the organization a ...
-
General Counsel
2 weeks ago
Blue Ridge Bank Richmond, United StatesApply · Job Type · Full-time · Description · WE MAKE THINGS HAPPEN AND PUSH TO CHANGE WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A BANK WE SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITIES, HELP DREAMS COME TRUE, AND DO OUR BEST TO ENJOY EVERY DAY. · This HYBRID role requires you to work in our Richmond HQ three days per week. ...
-
Associate General Counsel
1 week ago
Larson Maddox Richmond, United StatesPosition Overview: · A fortune 500 insurance provider is seeking an experienced Associate General Counsel to join their legal team. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in corporate insurance regulatory matters. This individual will play a key role in providing ...
-
Associate General Counsel
2 weeks ago
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Richmond, United StatesAssociate General Counsel- Regulatory and Compliance is a key team member in the Office of the General Counsel reporting to and performing services under the direction of the Senior Vice President and General Counsel for VCU Health System. This role provides legal advice and coun ...
-
Associate General Counsel
2 weeks ago
Larson Maddox Richmond, United StatesPosition Overview: · A Fortune 500 Insurance provider is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Associate General Counsel with a specialization in healthcare & insurance regulatory affairs to join their legal team. This position will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance wi ...
-
Associate General Counsel, Insurance Regulatory
4 weeks ago
Genworth Financial Richmond, United StatesYou will provide advice and counsel on a broad array of legal issues affecting Genworths insurance companies, with focus on its long term care insurance business. A core part of this role will include being a strategic advisor on Insurance Holding C Insurance, Regulatory, General ...
-
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Richmond, United StatesThe Associate Vice President, Deputy General Counsel for Employment and Immigration is a key team member in the Office of the General Counsel reporting to and performing services under the direction of the Senior Vice President and General Counsel for VCU Health System. The role ...
-
Sr. General Counsel
2 weeks ago
Atlantic Union Bank Glen Allen, United StatesThe job duties of the Senior Counsel - Employment include: Provide legal and strategic advice on a broad range of employment related matters including performance management, workplace accommodations, wage and hour law, policies regarding discriminat General Counsel, Counsel, Leg ...
-
Sr. General Counsel
2 weeks ago
Atlantic Union Bank Glen Allen, United StatesPosition Description · The Senior Counsel - Employment has responsibility for providing legal advice to the Company on issues affecting hiring, termination, employment practices, workplace policies, and employment disputes. The lawyer functions as a key strategic advisor to the H ...
-
Behavioral Health Specialist V
3 weeks ago
Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Richmond, United StatesJob Description: · Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence. · The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmenta ...
-
Counsel/Senior Counsel
2 weeks ago
Dominion Energy Richmond, United StatesJob Summary · This position focuses on FERC related matters for Dominion Energy. Advises clients on FERC related regulatory strategy and compliance issues. Participates in FERC Enforcement investigations and ensure compliance with FERC, NERC and DOE regulations. Manages issues r ...
-
RN Student Nurse Extern PRN Adult General
2 weeks ago
Chippenham Hospital Richmond, United StatesDescription · Introduction · Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a RN Student Nurse Extern PRN Adult General you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Chippenham Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthc ...
-
Clinical Manager
4 days ago
Commonwealth of Virginia Richmond, United StatesWelcome to VCU ... a world unlike any other. · We combine learning, research, creativity, service and discovery with a commitment to inclusive excellence. Ranked by U.S. News as one of the 30 "most innovative" public universities in the country, VCU is a premier, urban, public r ...
-
Assistant Attorney General
5 days ago
Commonwealth of Virginia Richmond, United StatesJob Duties · The Virginia Office of the Attorney General is the Commonwealth's law firm and provides unique opportunities for public service. The Office seeks an attorney to serve as an advisor to and attorney for Commonwealth entities exploring, procuring, and administering tran ...
-
Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider
4 weeks ago
UMFS Richmond, United States FT 40-2080 hours Full timeWho we are: Child & Family Healing Center provides 24- hour intensive residential treatment on UMFS's staff-secure, unlocked 33-acre campus. Our multidisciplinary team integrates Collaborative Problem Solving with family engagement, psychiatry, nursing, verbal and non-verbal ther ...
-
External Mortgage Loan Originator
4 weeks ago
AnnieMac Home Mortgage Richmond, United States Full timeJob Details · Job Location 6024 Richmond - Richmond, VAPosition Type Full TimeEducation Level High SchoolTravel Percentage Road WarriorJob Category Sales Description · AnnieMac Home Mortgage is looking to hire Full Time External Mortgage Loan Originators to establish referra ...
-
Adjunct Instructor, Special Education
4 days ago
Commonwealth of Virginia Richmond, United StatesAt VCU, we Make it Real through learning, research, creativity, service and discovery - the hallmarks of the VCU experience. A premier, urban, public research university nationally recognized as one of the best employers for diversity, VCU is a great place to work. It's a place o ...
-
Operating Room Registered Nurse RN
2 weeks ago
Chippenham Hospital Richmond, United StatesDescription · Introduction · Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Operating Room Registered Nurse RN you want in your current role? We invest in what matters most to nurses like you – at home, at work, and at every stage in your career. We have an exciting opportunity f ...
-
Business Advisor
2 weeks ago
Locus Richmond, United StatesJob Description · Job Description Description: · About LocusLocus (formerly VCC Social Enterprises) partners with communities where the capital system is not working to ensure that everyone, no matter their background, location, or economic status, can live in healthy, thriving ...
-
New Grad RN Nurse Residency
2 weeks ago
Chippenham Hospital Richmond, United StatesIntroduction · Do you want to join an organization that invests in you? · At · Chippenham Hospital · , you come first · HCA Healthcare is committed to the growth and development of our future nurses · The · HCA Nurse Residency Program · is a year-long program designed to give you ...
Associate General Counsel - Richmond, United States - Virginia Passenger Rail Authority
Description
Job Description
Job DescriptionThe Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) is a political subdivision established by Chapter 1230 of the 2020 Acts of Assembly. VPRA is responsible for promoting, sustaining, and expanding the availability of passenger and commuter rail services in the Commonwealth, including all administrative and fiduciary responsibilities for Virginia's state-supported passenger rail services. The VPRA also funds Virginia Railway Express (VRE) and administers all capital expansion projects, infrastructure, and land acquisitions related to the $3.7 billion Transforming Rail in Virginia initiative, which will double Amtrak and VRE service in Virginia over the next decade. The VPRA acts as a "responsible public entity" for the acquisition, construction, improvement, maintenance, or operation of a "qualifying transportation facility" under the Public Private Partnership Act of 1995.
VPRA's Legal team is seeking an Associate General Counsel - Real Estate & Land Use. Under the direction of the General Counsel, the Associate General Counsel will provide legal advice and representation to VPRA regarding VPRA real property transactions, right-of-way acquisitions for VPRA capital projects, and a wide range of land use issues. The Associate General Counsel may also provide legal advice and representation to VPRA decision-makers on discrete legal matters unrelated to real property as needed. This position will be based in Richmond or Alexandria, Virginia.
The Associate General Counsel - Real Estate & Land Use will:
Education and Experience
Required Education:
Required Experience:
Preferred Experience:
Are you interested in this position, but you don't meet every single requirement? At VPRA, we are dedicated to building a talented team and an inclusive, authentic workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other positions.
Applicants must fully and accurately represent their qualifications and work history on the application or resume. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information in the application, resume, or other relevant documents; therefore, applicants must supply detailed information. Submitting an incomplete application/resume or an application/resume lacking in detail may impact your interview eligibility. This website will confirm receipt when the application is submitted successfully. Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. VETERANS, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, AMERICORPS, PEACE CORPS, AND OTHER NATIONAL SERVICE ALUMNI ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. Equal Opportunity Employer
