| Location | Birmingham, Alabama |
We are seeking a highly skilled Land Research Specialist with a strong legal background to support the management, protection, and optimization of company-owned lands and associated land rights. The successful candidate will play a key role in negotiating agreements, resolving disputes, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Assist in the management of the company’s fee-owned lands and ensure the protection of associated land rights.
Manage and resolve complex surveillance and encroachment matters involving company landholdings.
Draft and negotiate complex commercial leases/licenses and key legal provisions within governmental and nonprofit agreements.
Review, analyze, and provide recommendations on proposed legislation impacting company landholdings.
Prepare, analyze, and revise legal documents to safeguard land rights or grant temporary access to third parties.
Support property remediation and restoration efforts, including recovery actions from responsible third parties.
Collaborate with the Team Leader in managing and overseeing litigated matters concerning company lands.
Provide ongoing legal and strategic guidance to ensure compliance with real estate laws, regulations, and company standards.
Education:
BS Degree required.
Juris Doctorate (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school strongly preferred.
Experience:
Minimum 5 years practicing law (external to APC strongly preferred).
Experience in real estate litigation strongly preferred.
Prior exposure to drafting/negotiating lease and license agreements preferred.
Certifications/Licenses:
Active membership in the Alabama State Bar preferred.
In-depth knowledge of real estate laws, rules, and regulations.
Strong understanding of real estate practices, land management, and property rights.
Ability to think strategically and act tactically, balancing legal, ethical, and political considerations.
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
Highly skilled in drafting, reviewing, and analyzing legal documentation.
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to make timely and sound decisions.