General Counsel – Real Estate & Housing Law

📍 Westside, Los Angeles (On-site)

🏢 Real Estate Development & Property Management Firm

A leading development and property management company based on the Westside of Los Angeles — with a diverse and expansive portfolio across the greater LA area — is seeking an experienced General Counsel to join our executive leadership team. This is a key in-house legal position focused on landlord-tenant litigation and housing law compliance, offering the opportunity to shape policy and strategy at a pivotal time for California real estate.

About the Role

As General Counsel, you will act as the company's primary legal advisor and oversee all aspects of legal risk management, litigation, and housing law compliance. You’ll directly represent the organization in court proceedings, collaborate with leadership on business decisions, and establish internal legal best practices. This is a hands-on legal role requiring deep expertise in California landlord-tenant law, as well as experience in high-stakes litigation and legal strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and represent the company in landlord-tenant litigation, including unlawful detainers and eviction actions
• Draft, review, and manage legal documents including leases, court filings, and settlement agreements
• Advise executive leadership and property managers on legal compliance and risk mitigation strategies
• Stay ahead of legal developments in California housing law, rent control ordinances, and city-specific regulations
• Manage tenant legal issues across a large and varied property portfolio
• Collaborate with external legal partners when necessary, while leading all internal legal operations
• Create and implement internal legal policies and procedures to reduce risk and improve legal response efficiency

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active license to practice in California
• Minimum 5 years of legal experience, with a strong emphasis on landlord-tenant disputes and real estate litigation
• Proven courtroom litigation experience, including trial strategy and execution
• Experience handling tenant evictions, maintenance-related disputes, and other common legal matters across a multi-site residential portfolio
• Deep understanding of Los Angeles and California housing laws, including rent control policies
• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound legal judgment, and collaborate across departments

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $160,000 -$175,000 annually
• Generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within a leading real estate firm

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