Legal Operations Specialist

Overview

Federal Realty is a proven leader in the ownership, operation, and redevelopment of premium retail real estate in the country's best markets.  We believe we are one of the most innovative and dynamic real estate companies you can work for, with a well-respected real estate team.  We encourage you to research Federal Realty to learn about our high-quality community shopping centers and mixed-use properties. While Federal Realty is one of the largest publicly traded real estate investment trusts in the country (as measured by the value of our shopping centers), we function and operate as a small company. Team members with initiative and ability can get involved in many facets of our business operations. We encourage you to look us up on LinkedIn and follow Federal Realty.

We are currently seeking a Legal Operations Specialist to join our Legal Operations and Legal Leasing Department based out of our North Bethesda, Maryland office. The successful candidate will be able to assist with document (including correspondence and certain leasing documents) drafting and negotiation, research, and, in cooperation with Legal Counsel, Litigation Support, including first party litigation and third party claims litigation associated with the day to day operation of our shopping centers. This position will also perform legal research on assigned matters and liaison with Divisional Counsel and Legal Leasing Attorneys and Lease Negotiators within the Department. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work productively in time sensitive situations, manage to deadlines, work in a team environment and prioritize assigned work. This individual must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while demonstrating attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and draft secondary lease documents, including Letter Agreements, Lease Modification Agreements, Waivers, Discovery Responses for third party premises liability litigation, and review of internal lease documents to assist in-house attorneys with assigned research projects
• Draft Telecommunications agreements and other agreements and license forms as needed
• Adapt existing forms to specific matters/deals and revise form language based upon comments from tenant and/or attorney
• Collaborate with attorneys, other FRIT departments, and current/potential tenants
• Investigate and gather information from internal and external sources
• Draft internal and external correspondence relating to areas of responsibility
• Analyze and assist with written responses to Tenant Legal Notices, Defaults, and other operational matters
• Provide administrative, drafting, and research support to Legal Counsel
• Setup and submit documents for signature using DocuSign
• Complete other various projects and duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 5+ years previous paralegal, previous experience in a legal department of a real estate company a strong plus
• College degree or paralegal certificate
• Highly proficient using MSOffice (Outlook, Word, Excel) with the ability to learn and use new software and systems
• Knowledge of legal terminology and experience with drafting and negotiating commercial real estate leases and/or other related documents
• Knowledge of Non-Disclosure Agreements and/or License Agreements preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of and experience with litigation processes is helpful
• Strong time management skills and attention to detail, with a high degree of accuracy and success in delivering to key deadlines
• Demonstrated success working in a team environment

Federal Realty Investment Trust is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or protected Veteran status.

 

Federal Realty Investment Trust does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Federal Realty Investment Trust and Federal Realty Investment Trust will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

 

If you are unable to submit your application online, please call 301-998-8100.