Counsel Real Estate Brokerage - Madison, NJ/NYC

JOB DESCRIPTION

Compass International Holdings is seeking experienced Litigation Counsel to join the Real Brokerage Litigation Team supporting our company‑owned brokerages, including Compass®, Coldwell Banker®, Coldwell Banker Commercial®, Corcoran®, Christie’s International Real Estate, Sotheby’s International Realty®, and @properties®.

This attorney will manage a diverse litigation docket involving real estate brokerage matters and will play a key role in protecting the company’s interests across multiple brands. The role requires strong courtroom skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with business partners and supervising outside counsel.

Key Responsibilities:

Litigation Management

• Handle all aspects of real estate brokerage litigation from inception through trial or settlement
• Litigate a personal docket of civil litigation matters and supervise outside counsel on selected matters
• Prepare and defend company witnesses at deposition and depose adverse parties
• Draft, argue, and respond to motions, pleadings, and briefs
• Conduct legal research on complex issues and develop strategic recommendations
• Represent the company in court hearings, arbitrations, mediations, trials and regulatory proceedings

Strategic Advisory & Risk Mitigation

• Advise internal stakeholders on litigation risk and strategy
• Identify emerging issues and recommend proactive solutions
• Provide clear guidance to leadership and support key initiatives that impact brokerage operations
• Contribute to process improvements and best practices within the company

Minimum Qualifications:

• JD Degree from an accredited law school
• Minimum of 5 years of commercial litigation experience
• Demonstrated ability to independently litigate civil litigation matters
• Some real estate brokerage or in-house legal experience preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and interact well with all staff and all levels of management
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Consultative approach to supporting business objectives while mitigating risk
• High degree of integrity, respect and dedication to the company’s values
• Positive, “can do” demeanor
• Bar Admission : NJ and NY

Application Requirements:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Writing sample authored by applicant

ABOUT US

Anywhere Real Estate Inc. (NYSE: HOUS) is moving real estate to what's next. Home to some of the most recognized brands in real estate Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate, Century 21®, Coldwell Banker®, Coldwell Banker Commercial®, Corcoran®, ERA®, and Sotheby's International Realty® , we fulfill our purpose to empower everyone's next move through our leading integrated services, which include franchise, brokerage, relocation, and title and settlement businesses, as well as mortgage and title insurance underwriter minority owned joint ventures. Anywhere supports nearly 1 million home sale transactions annually and our portfolio of industry-leading brands turns houses into homes in more than 118 countries and territories across the world.