Full-Time Attorney

Our team isseeking a business-minded Attorney to support our property management operations. This role willprovidelegal guidance on real estate transactions, landlord-tenant matters, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation across ourportfolio. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and experienced in real estate law.
This is a full-time, onsite position that will requirebeing in our office 5 days a week.
Key Responsibilities: Legal Advisory Provide legal counsel toexecutive andproperty management leadership on day-to-day operations
Advise on landlord-tenant laws, lease enforcement, fair housing regulations, and eviction procedures
Interpret federal, state, and local real estate laws and ensure organizational compliance
Contract Management Draft, review, and negotiate leases, vendor agreements, service contracts, and property-related documents
Develop and update standardized lease forms, policies, and legal templates
Manage legal aspects of property acquisitions, dispositions, and financing transactions
Litigation & Dispute Resolution Oversee and manage litigation matters, including tenant disputes, evictions, and contract claims
Coordinate with outside counsel as needed and manage legal budgets
Represent the organization in administrative hearings or legal proceedings (if licensed and applicable)
Compliance & Risk Management Ensure compliance with Fair Housing Act, ADA requirements, and local housing regulations
Monitor changes in laws affecting property management and implement updates to company policies
Conduct internal audits and provide training on legal compliance and risk mitigation
Operational Support Partner withproperty management departmentto resolve tenant issues and operational challenges
Support collections, lease enforcement, and dispute resolution strategies
Provide legal input on insurance claims, liability issues, and risk exposure
Other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
7+ years of legal experience, with a focus on real estate, property management, or landlord-tenant law
Experience in an in-house role orrepresentingproperty management companies preferred
Strong knowledge of real estate and landlord-tenant law
Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Salary:$200,000-$225,000 base
JP Management is anEqual Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

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