Senior Associate General Counsel - Multifamily Housing

Senior Associate General Counsel - Multifamily Housing Grand Rapids, MI Full-Time / Salaried Position $100,000 – $140,000 per year Who is Monarch? Monarch Investment and Management Group is a well-established, family-owned real estate investment and management company. We have more than 30 years of experience acquiring, owning and managing apartment communities across the United States. Today we own and self-manage more than 82,000 apartments in 26 states, plus a ski and snowboard area in Colorado. We are not a REIT or a Wall Street group looking to flip properties. We have a long-range hold strategy, which means we care about the communities we bring into the Monarch family, and we commit to the people we hire. We have been recognized as a "Top Place to Work," and we don't just fill seats. We build careers. We are looking for a Senior Associate General Counsel to join our in-house legal team. If you are a civil litigator who wants a wider range of legal work than a law firm can offer, with real business impact and no billable hours, keep reading! What we're offering: $100,000 – $140,000/year, depending on experience and locationIn-office position with a flexible schedule and potential for some remote workBroad legal exposure across premises liability, fair housing, insurance, employment, workers' compensation, contracts, and landlord-tenant lawDirect mentorship and close collaboration with a team of in-house attorneys401k planning with up to a $4,000 annual matchPaid training programsTuition Reimbursement programPaid Time Off: 1st Year = 80 Hours, 2–4 Years = 120 Hours, 5+ Years = 160 Hours8 Paid Holidays, 2 Paid ½ day Holidays, Paid Birthday or Work Anniversary Off3-week paid sabbatical every 5 years with Monarch, or a 2-week pay bonus (Stay Bonus)Under $50.00/month medical insurance through Blue Cross for employeesFREE basic dental insurance for employees, buy-up availableFREE basic life insurance for employees, buy-up availableVision and additional benefit plans for employees, +Spouse, +Children available What you'll do: Serve as lead legal counsel for assigned regions and properties in our national portfolioAdvise site staff on premises liability, fair housing, insurance, employment, contracts, workers' compensation, landlord-tenant law, and morePartner with Asset Management teams to identify, research and analyze legal issues and potential liability, and provide clear legal opinions and adviceReview and recommend policies, procedures and guidelines that reduce risk and keep us compliant with federal, state and local laws, then audit adherenceNegotiate, review and prepare key operational contracts and other legal documentsWork with the legal team and the Training Department to build in-house training for employeesBuild relationships with employees at every level and earn buy-in on best practicesSupport the General Counsel, CEO and COO on other assignments as neededStay current through seminars, workshops and professional affiliations What you need: 3–5+ years of civil litigation experience, including trial, discovery and motion practice, and/or experience with regulatory agencies such as HUD and EEOCExperience with or interest in premises liability, fair housing, employment law, insurance, contracts, landlord-tenant law and workers' compensationStrong legal research, writing, analytical and organizational skillsA practical, business-minded approach to solving problemsAbility to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently while contributing to a teamSound judgment, strong communication skills and a positive attitude A willingness to learn, accept feedback and keep growing Please submit a cover letter and resume with your application Experience or interest in the following areas of law is required: Premises liabilityFair Housing lawEmployment lawInsuranceContractsLandlord-tenant lawWorkers’ compensation This role requires pre-employment screenings that include a criminal background check, Credit Review and drug screening. Equal Opportunity Employer.