General Counsel Real Estate

Company Information:

Building and Land Technology (BLTwww.bltoffice) is a privately held real estate private equity development and property management firm based in Stamford CT. Founded in 1982 BLT is vertically integrated and has invested developed owned and managed over five million square feet of commercial space and over 10000 residential units. BLT is the developer of numerous residential commercial and mixeduse projects including Harbor Point a transformative mixeduse development in Stamford CT. One of the largest redevelopments on the eastern seaboard Harbor Point encompasses an entire neighborhood with a full mile of waterfront more than 4000 residential units and several million square feet of commercial development. BLTs holdings include more than 100 active real estate companies a majority interest in William Pitt Sothebys residential brokerage firm with 28 offices and 1100 agents a mortgage and insurance company as well as numerous private equity investments throughout the United States.

BLT is a fastpaced growthoriented company.

Position Overview of the General Counsel:

As the General Counsel at BLT you will play a critical role in managing legal matters related to our real estate business. You will work closely with the Legal Team and other key stakeholders to provide legal guidance and ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities of the General Counsel:

• Commercial Leasing: Provide legal oversight and support for commercial leasing activities including drafting and negotiating lease agreements amendments and related documents. Ensure compliance with commercial leasing laws and best practices.
• Contract Management: Review and draft various real estate contracts including but not limited to purchase agreements lease agreements and development agreements. Ensure that contracts align with company objectives and comply with legal requirements.
• Due Diligence: Oversee due diligence processes for real estate transactions including title examinations environmental assessments and zoning reviews. Identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay uptodate with federal state and local laws and regulations pertaining to real estate. Ensure the companys operations are in compliance with all applicable laws.
• Litigation Management: Manage and oversee real estaterelated litigation including disputes with clients tenants contractors and other parties. Collaborate with external legal counsel as needed.
• Property Transactions: Assist with property acquisitions dispositions and financing transactions. Ensure that all legal aspects are properly addressed to facilitate smooth transactions.
• Corporate Governance: Support corporate governance activities including board meetings compliance reporting and other legal corporate matters.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including the real estate finance and operations teams to provide legal guidance and support.

General Counsel Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the state bar and license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction
• 1015 years of relevant legal experience in real estate law; conveyancing financing easement environmental and zoning experience or supervising outside counsel experience preferred
• Local area knowledge (Fairfield County)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits Provided to the Position of General Counsel:

• Competitive Salary with Potential for Bonus
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Plan
• 401k Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Housing Discount at BLT Owned Properties

BLT is an equal opportunity employer

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications skills duties or responsibilities associated with the position.

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