Associate Counsel - Real Estate & Construction

Description Easterseals MORC is hiring for an Associate Counsel - Real Estate & Construction to help make a difference and become part of something bigger than yourself! We are looking for Game Changers ! The types of people who wake up excited to make a difference. The superheroes of their field who care about the people they serve. If that sounds like you, we want you on our team. Benefits of Being a Superhero! Benefits: Low-cost Dental/Health/Vision insurance Dependent care reimbursement, and up to 5 days paid FMLA for maternity, paternity, foster care and adoption. Generous 401K retirement plan Up to $125 bonus for taking 5 days off in a row. Wellness Programs We are a PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness) Employer. We provide bonuses and extra incentives to reward hard work & dedication. Mileage reimbursement in accordance with IRS rate. Free financial planning services through our partnerships with the LoVasco Consulting Group, and SoFi. Student loan repayment options Pet Insurance Qualifications: Must possess Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredit law school. Must be licensed to practice law in the United States and be in good standing. Licensing in the State of Michigan is preferred. Have at least one (1) year of legal experience. Must possess a valid driver’s license in the State of Michigan. Must possess strong contract drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to manage multiple projects effectively and simultaneously. Must possess strong written communication and organizational skills. Must possess the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with operational stakeholders. Duties and Responsibilities: Coordinate and manage commercial construction and renovation projects from planning through completion. Serve as legal and operational liaison between internal stakeholders, contractors, architects, engineers, consultants, and vendors. Collaborate with internal senior leadership for identifying key design concept elements for projects and able to articulate to architect vendors for design documents and eventual permitting documents. Support lease administration, property acquisitions, dispositions, and related transactions. Coordinate contract execution, tracking, renewals, and compliance monitoring. Coordinate permitting processes for construction, renovation, occupancy, and related activities. Monitor and support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements. Provide legal research and analysis on operational, regulatory, employment, healthcare, and corporate matters. Easterseals MORC was awarded Metro Detroit and West Michigan 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For! Qualifications Skills Behaviors : Motivations : Education Required Juris Doctor or better in Law (MBA). Experience Licenses & Certifications Required Auto Insurance Driver's License State Bar of Michigan