Taylor Root
- Oversee legal matters that impact our properties including preparation of, or response to, default claims asserted by or against tenants; preparation of notices and letter amendments to the leases through resolution of matters/claims; research relating to property operations, construction, and use restrictions, and tenant and landlord rights; and interpretation of lease language as requested.
- Manage/supervise resolution of claims asserted by or against the Trust (other than collection and eviction related matters) including insured and uninsured litigation matters, mechanics liens, and third-party claims.
- Partner, counsel and advise Asset Management, Property Operations, Lease Administration and Leasing on a variety of landlord-tenant disputes.
- Partner, counsel and advise Property Operations and Marketing on Property Management issues and coordinate with property and asset managers as needed.
- Manage the design, development and construction contract preparation process for our properties.
- Review and negotiate access agreements, easement agreements, and related documents for our properties.
- Review and negotiate contracts with vendors, consultants, and other third parties for Property Operations, Marketing, Accounting, Tenant Coordination, Construction, and Development, and Specialty/Temp Leasing.
- Prepare, update and implement corporate legal operations policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
- 7+ years’ legal experience in commercial/retail real estate law
- Litigation or litigation management experience, a plus
- Proven success as a partner and adviser to business operations
- Ability to work cooperatively, efficiently, and collaboratively with others in a team environment
- Commitment to excellence and outstanding performance
- Demonstrated ability to take ownership of areas within scope of responsibility, prioritize and organize work effectively to meet deadlines, and remain dedicated to consistent growth and improvement
- A proven track record of creating effective legal strategies