Real Estate Attorney

Gulf Bay Real Estate Attorney

Job Description

For over 40 years, Gulf Bay® Group of Companies has been at the forefront of developing some of the most prestigious and successful luxury residential properties in Southwest Florida. Since that time, Gulf Bay has successfully completed 16 luxury properties along a 1.5± mile stretch of Gulf-front land within Pelican Bay, earning the designation as the “Creator of the Pelican Bay Skyline.” In addition to its history in Pelican Bay, other award-winning developments include The Brittany on Park Shore beach, Marco Beach Ocean Resort and the 4,000± acre luxury master-planned community of Fiddler’s Creek. Gulf Bay’s completed and under development build-out market value of luxury residential properties is valued in excess of $12 billion.

Our Employees

Gulf Bay employees have a strong sense of responsibility, loyalty, confidentiality, and ethics.  Each individual possesses great initiative with a deep understanding of their individual role and a passion for the luxury club and service market.

Basic Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented Real Estate Attorney to assist with legal matters related to our real estate operations.  This is a full time in-office role.

The responsibilities include drafting legal documents, assisting in legal matters related to the land development process, handling purchase agreements, closings, and reviewing master-planned community and village documents.

The ideal candidate should demonstrate excellent negotiation skills, have a thorough understanding of property law, and be familiar with the legal complexities of real estate transactions including title. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice related to property and real estate dealings.
• Identify and assess legal risks across real estate development and construction projects.
• Provide proactive strategic advice on risk mitigation, contract negotiation, and compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex real estate agreements, including purchase and sale agreements, commercial leases, land use agreements, development and construction contracts, easements, joint development agreements, letters of intent, non-disclosure agreements, restrictive covenants for subdivisions and master-planned communities and documents ancillary to real estate purchase and sale agreements, development, and construction.
• Manage title objections and closing process with title companies and ensure marketable title for new developments.
• Support the General Counsel and corporate office with corporate governance and entity management, including formation, preparation of necessary documents (e.g., bylaws, resolutions, certificates, agendas), maintenance of corporate records, and compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements.
• Review, draft, and negotiate real estate contracts and lease agreements.
• Ensure compliance with real estate laws and regulations.
• Coordinate with real estate agents and brokers to finalize transactions.

Qualifications:

• Proven work experience as a Real Estate Attorney
• Knowledge of Florida real estate laws and procedures
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to manage large volumes of work and multi-tasking.
• Familiarity with title insurance, HUD statements, closings, and estoppels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research software
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Florida State Bar admission

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Life insurance

Additional Information

• Job Title: Real Estate Attorney
• Work Environment: Office setting.
• Reporting Structure: Reports to the Head of Legal Department.
• Salary: Salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
• Pay Range: Commensurate with experience.
• Location: Naples, Florida
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Equal Opportunity Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
• Application Instructions: Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a copy of your State Bar admission.