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Legal Counsel – Commercial Transactions is an early-career attorney who provides foundational legal support across Lennar's commercial contracting and business transaction activities. This role assists with drafting, reviewing, and negotiating routine commercial agreements, conducts legal research, and partners with business teams to address day-to-day contracting needs while developing legal judgment and transactional skills under senior attorney guidance.

Your Responsibilities on the Team

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of routine commercial agreements, including vendor, supplier, purchase, and non-disclosure agreements, escalating higher-risk or complex terms to senior attorneys.

• Support business teams with practical, timely legal guidance on day-to-day contracting questions, standard-form agreements, and routine business transactions.

• Assist senior attorneys with due diligence, documentation, and administrative support on larger or more complex transactions, such as strategic investments, joint ventures, partnerships, and technology agreements.

• Perform legal research and analysis on commercial and contract law issues, preparing clear memoranda and recommendations for review by senior attorneys.

• Help manage outside counsel on routine, lower-risk commercial matters to help ensure cost-efficient, high-quality legal support aligned with business goals.

• Maintain accurate and well-organized contract files, records, and tracking logs, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal recordkeeping requirements.

• Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of contract templates, playbooks, and negotiation guidelines for standard commercial matters.

• Develop legal judgment and transactional skill through hands-on experience, feedback, and mentorship, progressively increasing the responsibility and complexity of matters handled.

• Help identify potential legal and business risks in routine matters and escalate issues appropriately to senior attorneys.

Your Toolbox

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school; licensed to practice law in the U.S.

• 0-5 years of legal experience, with exposure to commercial contracting, corporate, or transactional matters preferred.

• Familiarity with drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements (e.g., vendor, supplier, service, or licensing agreements) preferred.

• Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.

• Exceptional negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

• Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels, balancing legal risk with business growth.

• Prior experience in a law firm, in-house legal department, or judicial clerkship is a plus.

Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements:

This is primarily a sedentary office position which requires the incumbent to have the ability to operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and move and carry up to 25 lbs. Finger dexterity is necessary.

This description outlines the basic responsibilities and requirements for the position noted. This is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the Associates. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the company due to factors affecting the business.

General Overview of Compensation & Benefits:

We reasonably expect the base compensation offered for this position to range from an annual salary of $115,000.00 - $143,700, subject to adjustment based on business-related factors such as employee qualifications, geographic pay differentials (e.g., cost of labor/living, etc.), and operational considerations.

• This position may be eligible for bonuses.
• This position may be eligible for commissions.
• This information is described in the benefits listed in the above section and in accordance with Company Policy.
• This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the Company due to factors affecting the business.

Life at Lennar

At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, ensuring their health needs are well taken care of. Our 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, helps secure their financial future, while Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life's critical moments. To further support our Associates, we provide an Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance, underscoring our commitment to their diverse needs and aspirations. From the moment of hire, they can enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies. Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as the Everyone’s Included Day. At Lennar, we believe in investing in our Associates, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally. Lennar Associates will have access to these benefits as outlined by Lennar’s policies and applicable plan terms. Visit Lennartotalrewards.com to view our suite of benefits.

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