Legal Associate

Overview

Provide legal support for real estate transactions, compliance, and corporate matters.

Key Responsibilities

• legal research
• contract negotiation
• construction contracts
• deal closings
• legal drafting
• legal advice

Tasks

-Conduct legal research as necessary -Prepare drafts of legal opinions -Conduct review and negotiation of documentation, especially loan documents -Conduct contract review and negotiation -Assist with general legal advice across all company platforms -Remain abreast of changes in law which may impact the company’s operations -Conduct preparation/review of letters for various members of the company as necessary -Prepare and negotiate construction contracts for third-party construction operations -Prepare organizational documentation -Conduct real estate closings, which will include acquisitions, financings, refinancings, dispositions, and so forth -Participate in conference calls, including closing related calls on a regular basis

Requirements

• 5+ years
• real estate
• landlord/tenant
• loan transactions
• law license
• j.d.

What You Bring

-Minimum 5 years of legal experience as a legal associate, preferably in real estate development industry -Familiarity with landlord/tenant and leasing issues preferred -Knowledge of title and survey matters -Strong understanding of loan transactions and related documentation -Exceptional attention to contractual details to ensure maximum legal protection -Active law license in NJ, PA, DE, or MD required -Experience in Affordable Housing is a plus -Proven experience leading commercial loan closings as the lead person -Excellent writing and communication skills -Juris Doctor (JD) degree required

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Benefits

-Company paid life and AD&D insurance -Supplemental insurance for employees and families -Paid holidays; approximately eight per year -Additional paid day off to provide community or charitable services -Full medical, prescription, dental and vision benefits -Company paid short-term and long-term disability -Paid time off, accrued based on years of service -A 401(k) retirement plan with company match -Peace of mind and a great working environment -Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling

About Ingerman

-Specializing in the development of affordable housing, the company has delivered projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions. -Projects range from single-family homes to large-scale multi-family residential complexes. -Combines expertise in real estate finance, development, and construction to bring innovative community-driven projects to life. -Notable for its focus on creating sustainable and vibrant neighborhoods, bringing unique value to urban regeneration projects. -Continues to expand its portfolio, working with public and private entities to revitalize and enhance communities. -Recognized for its ability to balance quality design, cost efficiency, and community impact in every project.

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