Legal Counsel

You're Opportunity:

At PLACE, we're building a category-defining company at the intersection of real estate, technology, and business services. As a profitable, hypergrowth platform on the path to an IPO, we operate at high standards with a team that is scrappy, execution-focused, and committed to doing the best work of our careers.

This is YOUR CHANCE to help shape the legal backbone of a rapidly scaling platform that supports top real estate teams across the country. As Legal Counsel, you'll partner closely with business operators, internal leadership, and senior attorneys to support commercial execution, corporate development, and an aggressive acquisition strategy.

If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy practical business law, and want hands-on exposure to deals, operations, and AI-enabled legal workflows, this is your PLACE.

Who Develops You: PLACE General Counsel 

What You're Great At:

You are a business-minded attorney who enjoys being close to the action. You don't just interpret contracts-you understand how they impact operations, deals, and growth. You're comfortable working directly with business owners and operators, translating legal complexity into clear, actionable guidance.

You are highly organized, responsive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment without losing attention to detail. You communicate clearly, write well, and know how to build trust across both legal and non-legal stakeholders.

You are also practical and solutions-oriented. You're not looking for theoretical legal work; you want to help the business move forward safely, efficiently, and confidently.

What You'll Do:

• Draft, review, and negotiate operator agreements, agent agreements, and other commercial contracts
• Serve as a legal partner to internal operations teams and external business operators, providing practical guidance on disputes, risk, and compliance issues
• Support the execution of corporate development initiatives, including acquisitions and integrations
• Assist with legal due diligence for acquisitions, including review of contracts, corporate records, and compliance history
• Prepare transaction-related documents including NDAs, LOIs, closing certificates, and ancillary deal materials
• Support post-closing integration of acquired entities into PLACE's corporate structure
• Develop and improve internal legal templates, playbooks, and contract approval workflows
• Assist in adopting and implementing AI tools and legal tech systems to improve legal operations
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex legal matters and strategic initiatives
• Support special projects as the legal team evolves and scales with the business

Skills You Have:

• Strong drafting, writing, and contract interpretation skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage directly with business operators and executives
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with strong professional judgment
• Ability to stay organized and prioritize effectively in a high-growth environment
• Solutions-oriented approach with a focus on enabling business execution

Qualifications:

• JD from an accredited law school and active bar membership
• 0-5 years of legal experience; in-house, corporate, or M&A experience preferred
• Familiarity or comfort with AI tools, contract lifecycle management systems, or legal operations platforms
• Experience in real estate, franchising, mortgage, title, or acquisitions is a plus

Salary Range: $100,000-$125,000/year, depending on experience

Why PLACE:

We believe people do their best work when they are trusted, supported, and close to the impact they're making. This role is based in our Bellingham, WA office, where collaboration and proximity to the business enable fast, high-quality execution. Our competitive benefits include PTO as needed, comprehensive insurance coverage, a 401(k) match, stock option grants, and a stock purchase plan. Every team member is an owner, building the "PLACE" they are proud to call "my company".