Corporate Counsel

About SCDC: S.H.A.R.E. Community Development Corp. is a problem-solving multifamily real estate development and investment company based in Houston that develops, builds, sells, and manages Class-A apartment communities. Our core values are built upon "S.H.A.R.E.", which stands for Supplying Humanity with Achievements, Resources and Education. Our mission is delivering superior returns for Investor-Purchasers, providing maximum value for their tenants, and creating positive impacts in the communities we serve by focusing on a holistic betterment of society and by recognizing that profit is only one aspect of our broader goals and responsibilities. Why SCDC: At SCDC, our dedication to integrity means creating relationships that are the foundation of all our internal and external interactions as a company. If you share our relentless pursuit for a better future, our passion for innovation, and are excited about working with some of the top innovators in the world, then this could be the place for you. Who We are Looking For: We are seeking an attorney with broad experience to serve as  Corporate Counsel  within the SCDC Legal Department. You must have at least  3+  years as a generalist practicing attorney with proven experience in some of the following legal disciplines: Real Estate Law / Transactions, Corporate Structure / Formation, Compliance / Risk Mitigation, Tax, IP – Patent – Trademarks, HR / Employment, or litigation, including ADR. Job Responsibilities Based on Your Experience: Corporate Structure and Formation Develop the legal strategies to implement the corporate structure from operational, logistical, accounting, and tax perspectives for a large nationwide conglomerate of vertically integrated subsidiaries. Provide legal advice on structuring of corporate acquisitions. Formulating organizational and governance operating agreements and other Company documentation for corporations, LLCs, Series LLCs, and PMAs (including but not limited to HOAs, etc.) that can be adapted to the multiple jurisdictions in which the Company will conduct our business. Real Estate and Transactions Provide legal advice on land acquisition, permitting, zoning, and other legal issues in connection with the real estate development of mixed-use multifamily luxury apartment communities on a nationwide scale. This work would also include advice, analysis, and recommendations relating to environmental site assessments, title commitments, ALTA surveys, land use, and zoning issues. Negotiate (where appropriate) and draft retail and commercial lease agreements, letters of intent, purchase agreements, subordination, and non-disturbance agreements for retail and business tenants. Handle legal matters involving landlord-tenant issues for our property management company. Tax: Provide legal advice to ensure compliance with all Federal, state, and local tax laws. Supervise strategic planning to create optimal tax and accounting strategies for our vertically integrated subsidiaries. You may also provide tax advice on the tax implications of corporate acquisitions and other business transactions. IP – Patent – Trademarks Develop a comprehensive legal strategy for the registration and licensing of the Company's intellectual property, copyrights, service marks, trademarks, brand identity, and patents. You may be responsible for coordinating all litigation matters necessary to protect the Company's IP rights. HR & Employment You may work in coordination with the Chief Human Resources Officer to advise the Company on a range of workplace policies, employer, and employee rights necessary or required to ensure compliance with all applicable Federal, state, and local laws relating to human resources, employment, and environmental, health and safety matters. You may consult with external counsels on the handling of discrimination, harassment, wage and hour, or other employment-related administrative and litigation matters.  ADR Develop strategies to avoid or mitigate litigation and to resolve claims or disputes. Draft ADR clauses to govern the resolution of future disputes, evaluate the merits and vulnerabilities of existing claims and litigation matters, determine appropriate ADR strategies, and coordinate with external counsel on the handling of ADR matters. Compliance and Risk Management Create a Company-wide legal compliance program that incorporates the Company's Values, Mission, and Code of Business Conduct that will uphold our corporate standards and culture and will always meet or exceed all requirements under applicable Federal, state and local law. Prepare proactive, prescriptive, and remedial risk assessment, detection, mitigation, and other risk management strategies that will be incorporated into a rigorous risk management system across numerous disciplines covering policies, protocols, processes, procedures, and training for Company personnel across all disciplines. Litigation · Provide advice, conduct legal research, develop case strategies, and manage complex litigation from the initial claim stage through final resolution. · Represent the Company in various litigation matters, including court hearings, settlement negotiations, post-trial, and other proceedings. Your work will include directly handling (or supervising the work of outside counsel) preparing and responding to discovery, taking depositions, conducting investigations, and drafting pleadings, motions, and trial and appellate briefs. Qualifications: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree. Admission to the Texas Bar in good standing (or the ability to become admitted to the Texas Bar within a year if licensed in another state). Minimum of  3+  years of experience as a practicing attorney. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication skills, and a proven record of accomplishment in delivering high-quality work in relevant and verifiable legal work. Additional Details: This position is in Downtown Houston, Texas 77002. The salary range is between  $130,000 and $182,000. Full Time Benefits:  After completion of a probationary period, you will be eligible for full-time company benefits. This is an on-site role.  We do not offer remote or hybrid working opportunities . The ideal candidate must be available to start with two weeks of acceptance date. Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed. Equal Employment Opportunity: S.H.A.R.E. Community Development Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law. SCDC strives to cultivate an environment of employee inclusion, innovation and passion that values all voices and opinions. We help each other succeed and remarkable things happen when people from a diverse set of backgrounds come together. Please visit our website at Notice to Third Party Agencies: Please note that S.H.A.R.E. Community Development Corp. does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, we will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, we explicitly reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of S.H.A.R.E. Community Development Corp. Job Type:  Full-time