Associate Attorney

NVAR - Northern Virginia Association of REALTORS®; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible work hours

Job summary

A regional professional association is seeking an Associate Attorney in Fairfax, Virginia, specializing in Real Estate law. The candidate will provide legal advice, ensure compliance, and create educational content. Must hold a JD, be licensed in Virginia, and have 3-5 years of real estate experience. The role offers a competitive salary of $100,000-$115,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in the real estate industry working directly with clients and members.
• Active Bar membership in good standing in Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate legal advice to the CEO and Board.
• Collaborate with the education team for regulatory compliance in courses.
• Manage the legal hotline and ensure accurate documentation.
• Oversee association legal matters and trademark protections.
• Prepare legal content for articles and blogs.

Skills

Real Estate law knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Public speaking

Teaching experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Licensed attorney in Virginia

Job description

Northern Virginia Association of REALTORS is seeking an Associate Attorney with a deep understanding of Real Estate law and best practices in Virginia.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real estate law, excellent communication skills, and the ability to explain complex legal issues in a clear and concise manner.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate legal advice to the CEO and Board, ensuring operational compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Collaborate with the education team to ensure legal accuracy and regulatory compliance for CE, PLE, and specialty courses in VA, MD, and DC.
• Manage the legal hotline, ensuring timely communication and accurate reporting/documentation.
• Oversee association and corporate legal matters, including filings, meeting minutes, trademark/copyright protections, and outside counsel coordination.
• Support state agency engagement on instructor certification and licensing approvals.
• Prepare and create legal content for articles, blogs, videos, etc. on trending topics that are relevant and informative to members.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.
• Licensed attorney in Virginia (required).
• Active Bar membership in good standing (Virginia required).
• 3-5 years of experience in the real estate industry working directly with clients and members.
• Strong background working directly with clients or members.
• Experience in public speaking, teaching, and writing.

What We Offer

A competitive salary range of $100,000-$115,000 yearly, determined by experience and proven ability.

A comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) with match, Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, and a 37.5-hour workweek with flexible start and end times.