Staff Attorney

Company: MetroTex Association of REALTORS, Inc.
Location: Irving
Posted on: September 13, 2024

Job Description:

Professional Irving, TX USA Job Description SUMMARY: Responsible for overseeing the legal affairs of the organization, helping to interpret the law while providing expert guidance to managers, executives and volunteer leadership. Duties and Responsibilities: Works closely with the CEO, executive team and the Board of Directors, focusing on legal strategy, risk management, and ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. Reviews and negotiates vendor and other business contracts, and analyzes to identify potential risks, ambiguities and discrepancies that may impact the organizations interests. Reviews all services offered by the organization to ensure they remain compliant with any relevant regulations. Monitors changes in legislation and regulatory issues, advising on potential impacts and necessary actions. Works with the VP of Government Affairs to provide advocacy on matters of public policy Studies any active litigation and consults with outside attorneys and/or attorneys at the state and national level as needed. Prepares, coordinates and presents training seminars on legal issues for staff and board members, including through instructional videos, webinars, and at annual conference and other training workshops conducted at the local, state or national level. Develops policies and procedures for contract management and governing document management, and helps each department of the organization understand their legal obligations. Reviews regulatory and tax filings and ensures there are proper document retention policies in place in all areas of the organization. Maintains digital record-keeping systems in accordance with company policy and maintains safekeeping of company documents and records. Performs other related duties as assigned by the CEO. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS: J.D. and license to practice law in the state of Texas A minimum of 1-3 years of related experience and/or training in at least one or more of the following practice areas is strongly preferred: corporate law and governance, nonprofit management, contract law, administrative law, federal grant management, and/or tax-exempt organization law. Experience in the real estate or association sectors a plus Computer skills required: Computer skills required: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Other skills required: Ability to approach legal problems with creativity and strategic thinking. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent legal research, writing, and presentation skills Demonstrated ability to effectively translate legal concepts into lay terms (oral and written) Strong interpersonal skills and professional judgment. Exceptional work ethic and attention to detail. Proven capability to take initiative, handle a variety of tasks, set priorities, and manage multiple deadlines. Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm. COMPETENCIES: Adaptability - Adapts to change, open to new ideas and responsibilities, able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events. Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information, collects. Decision Making - Able to reach decisions, takes thoughtful approach when considering options, seeks input from others, makes difficult decisions. Job Knowledge - Understands facets of job, aware of duties and responsibilities, keeps job knowledge current. Problem Solving - Strives to understand contributing factors, works to resolve complex situations timely, uses reason when dealing with emotional topics. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Occasionally required to stand Occasionally required to walk Frequently required to sit Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Continually required to talk or hear While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate The employee must occasionally lift and /or move more than 25 pounds Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision; Distance vision; Color vision; Peripheral vision; Depth perception and ability to adjust focus *Must be able to legally work in the United States without sponsorship. Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 1 - 3 years Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 Annual Bonus/Commission: No

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