Legal Counsel, Litigation

Company: Camillo Companies

Job Title: Legal Counsel, Litigation

Department: Family Office

Reports to: General Counsel

Status: Full Time / Exempt- Salaried

Job Summary:

The Camillo Companies Legal Department is growing and we are seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation, excellent legal research and writing skills, and a passion for resolving both routine and novel legal disputes.  This role will report to the General Counsel.  Hybrid schedule subject to necessity to appear in court proceedings, mediations, arbitrations and the like.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic legal counsel and representation in various litigation matters relating to RCLA, construction law, contract disputes, tort claims, landlord-tenant and employment law.
• Draft and review legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Represent the company in court proceedings, including trials, depositions, and hearings.
• Represent the company in arbitration and mediation proceedings.
• Negotiate settlements and resolutions with opposing counsel.
• Advise and counsel internal clients on legal risks and compliance matters.
• Manage outside counsel and litigation vendors.
• Stay up-to-date on legal developments and industry trends.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Friendly and welcoming demeanor with the ability to maintain professionalism and a strong customer-focused demeanor with demanding clientele.
• Excellent time management skills, strong organizational skills, detail-orientation and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills, along with advanced conflict resolution skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills and proficient in English. Must be able to articulate needs and convey information verbally and in writing effectively with employees, customers, supervisors, and co-workers throughout the organization.
• Knowledge of management methods and sound employee relations techniques with an ability to connect to staff, troubleshoot problems and help teams collaborate, as necessary.
• Able to work in an equitable, inclusive, and diverse environment. The Camillo family of companies are committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity, including hiring talent from all backgrounds.

Education and Experience:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• 5+ years of experience practicing law, with a focus on litigation.
• Admission to the Texas bar.

About Us:

As one of the largest privately held real estate development and construction companies in Texas, Camillo Companies exists to open doors to greater opportunities for all people. For more than 30 years, the Company has led the way in constructing premier communities featuring affordable homes and residences that maximize style, livability, and functional floorplan designs. Camillo Companies is a vertically integrated operation consisting of four primary entities, including Retail (Legend Homes), Residences (SimplyHome), Land Development (Academy Development), and Maintenance (LCI Services). Through these operations, the Camillo Family of Companies has constructed more than 30,000 homes and residences in the Greater Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, San Antonio, and Bryan-College Station areas, establishing a standard of exceptional customer service and attainability. In 2007, the Company pioneered the single-family build-to-rent business, eventually leading to the 2012 launch of SimplyHome, which builds, leases, and manages both new and recently constructed single-family homes, townhomes, and multi-family projects. Beginning in 2023, the company made acquisitions to expand into new markets in and outside of Texas.

Camillo Companies value a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or duties required. Other assignments, projects, and duties may be required.