Description

Fitzgibbons Law Offices, P.L.C., is seeking a dedicated and skilled attorney to join our team in Casa Grande, Arizona. This role primarily involves managing a broad range of real estate matters, including drafting purchase agreements, leases, and title documents; overseeing closings; advising on zoning, land use, and permitting; and representing clients in planning and zoning hearings.   We are a growing firm, so there may be opportunities to assist or work in several other practice areas as well.  

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

•         Manage real estate transactions, including drafting and reviewing purchase agreements, leases, title documents, and closing procedures.
•         Advise clients on zoning regulations, land use planning, and municipal permitting processes.
•         Represent developers and property owners in planning meetings and zoning board hearings.
•         Conduct legal research and draft contracts, memoranda, and other legal documents.
•         Provide strategic counsel for foreclosure actions, deficiency claims, and lien disputes.
•         Resolve landlord-tenant issues, including evictions, lease negotiations, and property disputes.
•         Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex real estate litigation and transactional matters.
•         Support additional practice areas such as business law, estate planning, and general litigation as needed.

Knowledge & Skills

•         Understanding of Arizona real estate statutes, land use regulations, and property law.
•         Familiarity with zoning codes, municipal planning procedures, and development regulations.
•         Proficient in drafting and reviewing real estate contracts, including purchase agreements, leases, easements, and title documents.
•         Skilled in resolving property disputes, including boundary issues, landlord-tenant conflicts, and foreclosure actions.
•         Knowledge of escrow procedures, title insurance, and the closing process for residential and commercial transactions.
•         Experience with real estate litigation, including quiet title actions, partition suits, and deficiency claims.
•         Ability to interpret and apply case law, statutes, and administrative rules relevant to real estate matters.
•         Comfortable using legal research platforms, document automation tools, and real estate transaction software.
•         Strong communication and negotiation skills for working with clients, developers, and municipal officials.