Legal Practice Manager
Company: SourcePro Search
Location: New York City
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Legal Practice Manager Location: New York, NY Employment Type:
Full-Time Compensation: Commensurate with experience comprehensive
benefits package Position Summary: A prominent real estate
investment and development firm is seeking a Legal Practice Manager
to oversee the day-to-day operations of its New York-based Legal
Department . This role combines strategic project management with
hands-on support and is responsible for managing legal operations
related to acquisitions, financing, development, dispositions, and
corporate matters. The Legal Practice Manager will collaborate
closely with cross-functional departments, oversee legal claim
management, and drive corporate legal initiatives that enhance
departmental efficiency and compliance. Key Responsibilities:
Strategic & Operational Leadership Lead legal department projects
to improve operational workflows and ensure alignment with company
objectives. Oversee preparation, organization, and compliance of
corporate legal documentation. Collaborate with teams across
Development, Residential, Commercial, and Accounting on legal
matters. Legal Claims & Risk Management Manage investigations and
resolutions of legal and insurance claims. Track and analyze claim
trends to mitigate risk across the portfolio. Coordinate with
external counsel, insurance consultants, and internal stakeholders.
Administrative & Clerical Oversight Manage department billing and
invoice coding, including budgeting and accrual processes. Schedule
meetings, manage calendars, and coordinate document execution
(DocuSign and originals). Maintain legal records, organize files,
draft correspondence, and handle communications. Transactional &
Due Diligence Support Support due diligence and execution for real
estate and corporate transactions. Ensure timely and accurate
handling of filings, agreements, and compliance documentation.
Technology & Innovation Partner with IT to implement legal tech
tools and knowledge management solutions. Qualifications:
Experience: 7–10 years of experience in legal operations, ideally a
mix of law firm and in-house experience , with a focus on real
estate or property management law . Proven track record managing
legal claims and supporting transactional matters. Education:
Bachelor’s degree required. Skills: Excellent organizational,
written, and verbal communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft
Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe). Experience handling
legal billing and administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to lead strategic initiatives while maintaining hands-on
support. High level of professionalism, sound judgment, and
attention to detail. Work Ethic: The ideal candidate is a
self-starter , equally comfortable executing day-to-day clerical
functions and leading strategic legal projects. This role may
occasionally require extended hours to meet departmental
objectives. https://sourceprosearch.com/
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