Associate Counsel

ABOUT US

Lake Washington Partners is driven by a mission to build one of the US’s great real estate portfolios. Co-founded by brothers Jordan and Jeremy Lott in 2006, our portfolio spans 11.6M square feet and 49 buildings across 10 states including urban and suburban office buildings, diverse industrial properties, and multi-family apartments under our Refound Residential brand. Each of our properties is a testament to our commitment to quality, efficiency, and long-term success.

We are a private, family-owned company guided by respect, honesty, integrity, collaboration, and longevity. These core values guide every decision we make and relationship we build. We believe greatness comes from the right blend of financial success, operational excellence, and social responsibility because our actions impact not just our investors and employees, but the broader community around us. That’s why we drive to be not only good at what we do, but good for those we serve.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Associate Counsel provides legal support for real estate and commercial transactions, and will work with internal stakeholders, business leaders, and outside counsel. This position involves advising on principles of land use and zoning, drafting and negotiation of real estate agreements, leases, and commercial contracts, and providing counsel and representation to business teams to ensure compliance with applicable laws and best practices.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBIILTIES

• Draft, review, and negotiate lease documents, licenses and use agreements, easements, service contracts, design and construction agreements, and other real estate documents.
• Provide legal guidance and risk assessment for real estate transactions and vendor relationships.
• Advise internal business teams on land use and zoning issues and assist with the drafting of applications.
• Conduct research and advise on land use laws, environmental laws, zoning regulations and other municipal requirements.
• Manage and assist outside counsel in the preparation of complex transaction documents and on specialized matters related to land use, entitlement work, and litigation.
• Collaborate with client teams, consultants, outside counsel, and other stakeholders to facilitate development projects.
• Advise leadership and business teams on legal issues, rights, obligations, and strategies to advance business objectives while mitigating risk.
• Counsel business teams involved in hearings and proceedings before zoning boards, planning commissions, and other governmental agencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB SKILLS & ABILITIES

EDUCATION & / OR EXPERIENCE

Reports to : General Counsel

Department : Legal

FLSA Status : Exempt

Position Location : Bellevue, WA

Salary Range : $135,000 - $155,000, depending on experience.

Bonus : Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits :

Applicants must successfully pass a drug test and background check, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable state and local laws.