Legal Counsel

at  CLV Group

CLV Group is a premier real estate firm specializing in identifying, acquiring, developing, building and managing high-quality real estate assets in Canada. Our mission is to deliver exceptional returns through strategic acquisitions, professionally managed developments, innovative asset management, and a commitment to excellence. What we know to be true is that our historic results and continued success are 100% a result of a phenomenal team.
What you may not know about CLV is that we are a team where genuine passion meets success and community is at the heart of everything we do. We’re not just real estate experts – we are community architects and builders dedicated to improving the regions we operate in. The goal of building better communities is deeply woven into the very fabric of our company, and we operate our business through a lens of sustainability and philanthropy to ensure we give back in impactful, meaningful ways. This is high-impact community building, community development, real estate acquisition/development /management including office-to-residential conversions, all wrapped up with growth projections that are jaw dropping. Learn more here: Charity and Philanthropy | CLV Group
Today we are seeking an inside Legal Counsel to join our team to provide expert legal support across all facets of our real estate activities, including investment, asset acquisition, property development, construction, property management, and corporate governance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real estate law, with experience in the Canadian market, and will be adept at managing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance.

In addition to the duties typically expected of a legal prime, the successful incumbent will also:

• Collaboration: Work closely with various departments, including finance, human resources, development, construction, and property management, and other relevant teams, to provide legal support and ensure project success.
• External Relations: Liaise with external legal counsel, government agencies, and regulatory bodies as needed to support the company’s legal needs.
• Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including those related to property acquisition, dispositions, development agreements, construction contracts, lease agreements, property management contracts, and other commercial and legal agreements.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, provincial, and municipal laws and regulations, including zoning laws, environmental regulations, and building codes.
• Due Diligence: Conduct comprehensive legal due diligence for property acquisitions, including title searches, environmental assessments, review of municipal regulations and zoning bylaws, as well as evaluating contractual obligations and identifying potential legal risks.
• Dispute Resolution: Oversee and resolve legal disputes related to real estate transactions, construction projects, and property management activities, and other related matters. This includes handling litigation, arbitration, mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution.
• Risk Management: Identify and assess potential legal risks, providing strategic advice to mitigate these risks and developing risk management policies.
• Corporate Governance: Assist with corporate governance matters, including preparing and maintaining corporate records, updating minute books, drafting annual resolutions, incorporating companies, forming and managing limited partnerships and filling annual returns, as well as board resolutions, and shareholder agreements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the Canadian bar.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in real estate law, with a focus on asset acquisition, property development, property management, and corporate law.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian real estate transactions, contract law, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Experience in risk management is a plus.
  Most importantly, we are a small yet mighty team. This is a roll up your sleeves, help where you are needed kind of role. For example, don’t be surprised if we ask for your help to move chairs or come sing happy birthday to a co-worker! We are looking for a new team member who will be a culture builder, someone who will lean in to help us build an engaged and positive work environment, and someone who will support our success when and as needed, as our team will do for you when you need it.
  We are an in-office crew 5 days a week. We sometimes work late to make sure we meet our deliverables, so the ability to work flexible and irregular hours is required. However, we do respect your work/life balance (we even manage to squeeze it all into a 4.5-day work week in the summer months).

• Collaboration: Work closely with various departments, including finance, human resources, development, construction, and property management, and other relevant teams, to provide legal support and ensure project success.
• External Relations: Liaise with external legal counsel, government agencies, and regulatory bodies as needed to support the company’s legal needs.
• Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including those related to property acquisition, dispositions, development agreements, construction contracts, lease agreements, property management contracts, and other commercial and legal agreements.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, provincial, and municipal laws and regulations, including zoning laws, environmental regulations, and building codes.
• Due Diligence: Conduct comprehensive legal due diligence for property acquisitions, including title searches, environmental assessments, review of municipal regulations and zoning bylaws, as well as evaluating contractual obligations and identifying potential legal risks.
• Dispute Resolution: Oversee and resolve legal disputes related to real estate transactions, construction projects, and property management activities, and other related matters. This includes handling litigation, arbitration, mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution.
• Risk Management: Identify and assess potential legal risks, providing strategic advice to mitigate these risks and developing risk management policies.
• Corporate Governance: Assist with corporate governance matters, including preparing and maintaining corporate records, updating minute books, drafting annual resolutions, incorporating companies, forming and managing limited partnerships and filling annual returns, as well as board resolutions, and shareholder agreements