Assistant General Counsel

Chicago Housing Authority

Chicago, Illinois, United States (on-site)

7 days ago

The position of Assistant General Counsel in the Real Estate Division of the Office of the General Counsel will be responsible for all matters relating to residential and commercial real estate transactions including but not limited to: negotiating, drafting, reviewing and/or revising ground leases, restrictive covenants, use restrictions, regulatory agreements, partnership and operating agreements, loan documents, property management agreements, purchase and sale contracts, commercial and residential leases, intergovernmental agreements and other transactional documents. The Assistant General Counsel will be responsible for managing the closing team for mixed-finance, mixed-use, mixed-income and tax credit transactions, submissions to HUD and closing the transactions. Additionally, the Assistant General Counsel will provide counsel, guidance and information to internal departments relating to federal, state and local law regarding housing authorities and other matters.

Research legal issues, draft legal recommendations/opinions and assist in the development of policies and procedures that guide the operations of CHA.

A Juris Doctor degree, a license to practice law in the State of Illinois and a minimum of 5 years of experience in real estate law is required. Prior experience handling complex residential and commercial real estate matters involving mixed-finance sources and knowledge of public housing and housing choice voucher federal regulations and program requirements, the Illinois Housing Authorities Act, the U. S. Housing Act of 1937, tax credit programs and municipal bonds is strongly preferred. Prior experience negotiating commercial leases is a plus. Additional requirements include: strong written and oral communication skills, solid analytical and research skills and strong drafting skills. Must be a team player and readily able to adapt to and provide legal support for a fast-paced environment.

Description

The position of Assistant General Counsel in the Real Estate Division of the Office of the General Counsel will be responsible for all matters relating to residential and commercial real estate transactions including but not limited to: negotiating, drafting, reviewing and/or revising ground leases, restrictive covenants, use restrictions, regulatory agreements, partnership and operating agreements, loan documents, property management agreements, purchase and sale contracts, commercial and residential leases, intergovernmental agreements and other transactional documents. The Assistant General Counsel will be responsible for managing the closing team for mixed-finance, mixed-use, mixed-income and tax credit transactions, submissions to HUD and closing the transactions. Additionally, the Assistant General Counsel will provide counsel, guidance and information to internal departments relating to federal, state and local law regarding housing authorities and other matters.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage the closing process of mixed-finance real estate transactions and prepare various closing documents. Review real estate development disposition and acquisition applications to the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Review procurement matters related to real estate solicitation documents and provide advice and counsel for the procurement process.

Provide advice and counsel on contract interpretation, modifications/amendments, regulatory compliance issues, review Board agenda matters, ordinances and investigate property ownership and title documents.

Assist with the resolution of property tax exemption/abatement matters and other duties as may be required. Work with and have the ability to facilitate discussions with internal and external groups and interact with internal staff.

Provide counsel and guidance with respect to various HUD regulations, State of Illinois statutes and CHA policies.

Research legal issues, draft legal recommendations/opinions and assist in the development of policies and procedures that guide the operations of CHA.

QUALIFICATIONS

A Juris Doctor degree, a license to practice law in the State of Illinois and a minimum of 5 years of experience in real estate law is required. Prior experience handling complex residential and commercial real estate matters involving mixed-finance sources and knowledge of public housing and housing choice voucher federal regulations and program requirements, the Illinois Housing Authorities Act, the U. S. Housing Act of 1937, tax credit programs and municipal bonds is strongly preferred. Prior experience negotiating commercial leases is a plus. Additional requirements include: strong written and oral communication skills, solid analytical and research skills and strong drafting skills. Must be a team player and readily able to adapt to and provide legal support for a fast-paced environment.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $105,000

Grade: S9

FLSA: Exempt

Union: None

Job Information

• Job ID:67106699
• Workplace Type:On-Site
• Location:
  
  Chicago, Illinois, United States
• Company Name For Job:Chicago Housing Authority
• Position Title:Assistant General Counsel - Real Estate
• Job Function:Assistant Attorney General
• Job Type:Full-Time
• Min Education:J.D. (Juris Doctor)