Senior Assistant General Counsel

15 hours ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Chicago Housing Authority Full time
Job Title: Senior Assistant General Counsel

The Chicago Housing Authority is seeking a highly skilled Senior Assistant General Counsel to join our team. As a key member of our Real Estate Division, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of residential and commercial real estate transactions, including negotiating, drafting, and reviewing transactional documents.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage the closing process of mixed-finance real estate transactions, drafting public housing and project-based voucher documents, use restrictions, ground leases, and other closing documents.
  • Coordinate with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on CHA closing submissions, responses, and final approvals.
  • Review real estate development disposition and acquisition applications to HUD.
  • Draft purchase and sales contracts, residential and commercial leases, loan documents, construction license agreements, and right of entry agreements.
  • Provide advice and counsel on contract interpretation, modifications, regulatory compliance issues, and review Board agenda matters.
  • Assist with the resolution of property tax exemption/abatement matters and other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
  • Juris Doctorate Degree and admission to the Illinois Bar.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in real estate law, with significant experience in mixed financing sources and public housing program requirements.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills, solid analytical and research skills, and strong drafting skills.
  • Ability to work in a dynamic environment and provide legal support for a team.

Salary Range: $134,000 – $149,000

Grade: S10

FLSA: Exempt

Union: None



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