Legal Counsel

Side is a real estate startup that pioneered the concept of brokerage-as-a-service. We are seeking a Legal Counsel who can balance rigorous legal analysis with the high-velocity needs of a tech startup.

Requirements

• Represent and advise the company and its agents in professional liability (E&O) lawsuits, administrative complaints, and compensation disputes.
• Manage outside counsel for specialized or high-stakes claims, ensuring aggressive and cost-effective representation.
• Act as a primary resource for agents facing legal challenges, providing calm, expert guidance under pressure.
• Lead the legal 'playbook' for launching in new geographic markets, navigating varying state licensing requirements and brokerage regulations.
• Advise on the compliant integration of mortgage, title, and insurance services.
• Drive negotiations with top-tier agents and teams to facilitate rapid growth.
• Review, draft, and negotiate complex agreements with vendors supporting internal corporate needs.
• Architect and manage the contractual framework for third-party vendors who provide services directly to our real estate agent customers.
• Stay at the forefront of real estate industry trends and translate complex industry developments into actionable advice.
• Maintain deep knowledge of NAR, MLS, and Association of Realtors rules to ensure company policies remain competitive and compliant.
• Provide rapid, thorough legal recommendations that enable the business to move fast without taking on reckless exposure.

Benefits

• Stock options
• Best-in-class benefits, including 100% healthcare coverage
• Flexible PTO
• Learning and development credit
• Pet-friendly environment