Lawyer / Litigation Counsel

5-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

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Litigation Counsel - Mattamy Homes - Florida

- Job Title: Litigation Counsel
- Location: Must reside within commutable distance to one of our FL offices: Orlando, Boynton Beach, Jacksonville, Tampa, Naples/Fort Myers
- Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent / Onsite 4 days a week minimum

Responsibilities:

- Report to the General Counsel and supervise/manage pre-litigation, Chapter 558, and litigation matters in all divisions of Mattamy Homes.
- Coordinate with and advise the General Counsel on litigation and pre-litigation matters.
- Support day-to-day litigation case management, including discovery, factual investigations, insurance reporting and coordination, and attending mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and depositions.
- Assist divisions with customer care and warranty legal issues, handle regulatory agency complaints, and represent Mattamy Homes in interactions and disputes with customers, contractors, vendors, and suppliers.
- Review and draft trade partner agreements, vendor agreements, construction lien law documentation and procedures, and insurance requirements.

Requirements:

- . degree from an accredited . law school.
- Active license to practice law in FL.
- 5-10 years of experience in commercial and construction litigation at a top law firm or in-house with a homebuilding and land development company.
- Proficient knowledge of legal issues specific to the homebuilding, land development, and construction industry.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to collaborate and interact with senior business and legal leadership.
- Highly disciplined and able to provide timely, strategic, and practical legal advice in a fast-paced environment.
- Understanding of local cultures, business practices, laws, and regulatory systems.
- Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize, problem-solve, and multi-task.
- Strong drafting, negotiating, and writing skills, with attention to detail.
- Ability to identify and analyze complex issues and devise creative solutions and strategies for resolution.
- Strong work ethic and commitment to professionalism and integrity.
- Willingness to travel to various company offices and locations within Florida and other states if needed.
- Must have, or be able to obtain, a passport for international travel.

Bonus points:

- Prior in-house counsel experience strongly preferred.

Benefits:

- Competitive compensation and full-time employee benefits package, including paid vacation, health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K with company matching, tuition reimbursement, entertainment discounts, and more.

Company Overview:

Mattamy Homes is the largest privately owned homebuilder in North America, with over 40 years of history in the United States and Canada. They help more than 8,000 families every year realize their dream of homeownership. Mattamy Homes is represented in 11 markets across the ., including Florida, Texas, Arizona, and North Carolina.

Mission and Core Values:

Mattamy's mission is to provide the best homeowner experience, and their core values include teamwork, commitment, community, and sustainability.

Recent Recognition:

Mattamy Homes has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in multiple cities, including Charlotte, Jacksonville, Orlando, Phoenix, Raleigh, Southeast Florida, and Tampa Bay. They are known for their diverse and inclusive work environment, where everyone can do their best work.

Join the Mattamy Homes Team:

A career with Mattamy Homes offers the opportunity to be part of a solid and ambitious team. They are committed to ongoing learning, growth, and opportunity for all employees. With a focus on smarter technology and sustainability, Mattamy Homes is redefining the way homes and communities are built. They offer great benefits and a supportive culture, making them an employer of choice. Join the team and be a part of building for the future.

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3 weeks of company paid vacation + 1 week of company paid time off + 1 week of sick time, health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, short/long term disability, flex spending, 401K with company matching, tuition reimbursement, entertainment discounts, employee home ownership program, company-wide volunteer program

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Litigation Management, Legal Research, Contract Negotiation, Case Strategy, Communication, Time Management, Problem-Solving, Attention to Detail, Teamwork, Leadership

J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school either Magna or Suma Cum Laude

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter through the company's website.

Qualification and Experience J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school either Magna or Suma Cum Laude, Active license to practice law in FL, 5-10 years of experience in commercial and construction litigation, familiarity with legal issues specific to the homebuilding, land development, and construction industry, strong drafting and negotiating skills, ability to identify and analyze complex issues and devise creative solutions

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