Associate General Counsel, Commercial Real Estate
Company: Building and Land Technology
Location: Stamford
Posted on: February 13, 2025
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Job Description:
Company Information:Building and Land Technology
(BLT-www.bltoffice.com) 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 10,000 residential units. BLT is the
developer of numerous residential, commercial, and mixed-use
projects, including Harbor Point, a transformative mixed-use
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 4,000
residential units, and several million square feet of commercial
development. BLT's holdings include more than 100 active real
estate companies, a majority interest in William Pitt Sotheby's
residential brokerage firm with 28 offices and 1,100 agents, a
mortgage and insurance company as well as numerous private equity
investments throughout the United States.BLT is a fast-paced
growth-oriented company.Position Overview of the Associate General
Counsel:As the Associate 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 General Counsel and other
key stakeholders to provide legal guidance and ensure compliance
with all relevant laws and regulations.Position allows for training
and advancement within Building and Land Technology. Key
Responsibilities of the Associate 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
up-to-date with federal, state, and local laws and regulations
pertaining to real estate. Ensure the company's operations are in
compliance with all applicable laws.Litigation Management: Manage
and oversee real estate-related 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 cross-functional teams, including the real estate,
finance, and operations teams, to provide legal guidance and
support.Associate General Counsel Qualifications:Juris Doctor (JD)
degree from an accredited law schoolAdmission to the state bar and
license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction3-5--years of
relevant legal experience in real estate law; conveyancing,
financing, easement, environmental and zoning experience or
supervising outside counsel experience preferredLocal area
knowledge (Fairfield County) requiredAbility to work independently
and as part of a teamExcellent communication and interpersonal
skillsBenefits Provided to the Position of Associate General
Counsel:Competitive Salary with Potential for BonusMedical
InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Plan401k PlanLife InsurancePaid
VacationPaid Sick LeavePaid Holidays----Tuition
ReimbursementHousing Discount at BLT Owned PropertiesBLT is an
equal opportunity employerNote: 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.PM21Powered by JazzHRPI50a297e41719-25660-33089538
Keywords: Building and Land Technology, Stamford , Associate General Counsel, Commercial Real Estate, Legal , Stamford, Connecticut
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