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In-House Legal Associate – Multifamily Housing Jobs in Chicago, IL at CYM Living
Title: In-House Legal Associate – Multifamily Housing
Company: CYM Living
Location: Chicago, IL
Overview: CYM Living – Where caring meets innovation. We are a national real estate firm with corporate headquarters in Chicago, IL, Indianapolis, IN and just outside of New York City. Our mission is to provide our residents with an exceptional living experience, nurture a culture of community, and empower growth from within. As a vertically integrated firm, we lead with operations by taking a hands-on approach to real estate investment and property management, accomplishing our mission by incorporating data and technology with hyperlocal customer service to all units.
Position Summary: The In-House Legal Associate will represent CYM Living in providing legal counsel on housing laws, resolving landlord-tenant disputes in and out of court, and advising on risk mitigation and best practices.
Responsibilities
Represent company in court proceedings, including eviction cases and lease disputes
Provide legal counsel on landlord-tenant matters, fair housing laws, and local rental regulations
Negotiate and draft settlement agreements to resolve conflicts
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local housing laws and regulations
Stay current on legal developments impacting the multifamily housing industry
Collaborate with internal teams to mitigate legal risks
Perform and manage various administrative tasks including, but not limited to, preparing and auditing files and updating property management software
JD from ABA-accredited law school and licensed to practice in the State of Illinois
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with multiple cross-functional teams
Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
The ability to effectively prioritize multiple responsibilities
Interest in all aspects of multifamily housing
Must be able to work at our Chicago office – this is not a remote opportunity
We offer our full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Short-Term Disability and Supplemental Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Fitness and Well-Being Program
Company-Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
401(k) with Generous Company Match
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Sick Time, and Paid Holidays
SALARY RANGE: $70,000-$90,000 per year.
How to Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the position at CYM Living. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing how you can contribute to our team.
CYM Living LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
