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    General Counsel - Chicago, United States - Larson Maddox

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    Our client, a leading real estate company, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced General Counsel to join their dynamic team. As the General Counsel, you will be responsible for providing legal guidance and strategic direction on a wide range of legal matters related to real estate transactions, contracts, compliance, and risk management.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Provide expert legal advice and counsel to senior management and business units on all legal matters pertaining to real estate operations, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and development.
    • Advise on corporate governance matters and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
    • Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of agreements and contracts, including purchase and sale agreements, lease agreements, construction contracts, and vendor agreements.
    • Develop and maintain compliance programs to ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements, including fair housing laws, zoning regulations, environmental regulations, and licensing requirements.
    • Assess and mitigate legal risks associated with real estate transactions, operational activities, and business initiatives.
    • Collaborate with external legal counsel as needed to represent the company's interests in legal proceedings and negotiations.
    • Serve as the primary point of contact for legal matters with external stakeholders, including regulatory authorities, government agencies, investors, and partners.

    Qualifications:

    • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with the Bar.
    • Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience practicing law, with a focus on real estate transactions and/or real estate law.
    • Strong understanding of real estate industry practices, regulations, and market trends.
    • Proven ability to provide practical, strategic, and business-oriented legal advice.
    • Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
    • Demonstrated leadership abilities with the capacity to collaborate effectively across departments and levels of the organization.

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