Associate Attorney

Prime Headhunting & Recruiting, Inc.; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

An established boutique law firm in West Palm Beach is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney specializing in community association law. This role offers the chance to handle complex transactional and litigation matters while working closely with clients, including homeowners associations and condominium clients. The firm prides itself on a collaborative and supportive environment, fostering professional growth and strong client relationships. If you are passionate about community association law and ready to take your career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine in a dynamic team setting.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney with 4+ years in community association law.
• Strong skills in negotiation, communication, and client relations.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on community association matters and governance.
• Represent clients in covenant enforcement and litigation.
• Assist with real estate disputes and title issues.

Skills

Community Association Law

Written Communication

Negotiation

Client Relations

Persuasion

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Location: West Palm Beach, FL
Position Level: Associate Attorney
Salary Range: $110,000 - $175,000 annually salary + discretionary bonuses, commensurate with experience
Benefits: Comprehensive package, including employer-contributed health, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, PTO and holidays, and more!

About the Firm:
Our client, an established boutique law firm in West Palm Beach, focuses on general commercial litigation and community association law. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated attorney to handle sophisticated transactional and litigation matters in a close-knit, dynamic team. The firm prides itself on providing expert legal support to community associations, homeowners associations (HOAs), and condominium clients throughout the state of Florida.

Position Overview:
The ideal candidate will be an experienced Community Association Attorney with a minimum of 4 years of community association law experience. The ideal candidate will have the ability to handle complex transactional and litigation matters involving title work, escrow, and HOA issues. This role is perfect for an attorney seeking challenging and exciting work with a collaborative, supportive team. You'll work closely with community association clients on various legal matters, guiding them through governing document amendments, covenant enforcement, and corporate governance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert counsel on a wide range of community association matters, including the interpretation and amendment of governing documents (e.g., CC&Rs, Bylaws, Rules & Regulations, and Architectural Standards).
• Advise clients on board procedures, meeting conduct, dispute resolution, and neighborhood controversies.
• Represent clients in covenant and rule enforcement matters, lender foreclosure, and landlord-tenant defense.
• Serve as guidance at Board of Directors or Committee meetings, advising on powers, duties, and best practices.
• Assist with real estate boundary disputes, title issues, and construction defect litigation.
• Review and negotiate loan documents and advise on structuring lines of credit and securing financing for community association operations.
• Participate in educational and training initiatives to keep clients informed on industry trends and regulatory updates.
• Effectively communicate with courts, clients, and opposing counsel in all facets of a thriving community association practice.

Qualifications:

• Licensed and in good standing with the Florida Bar.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience handling HOA and condominium association matters.
• Strong skills in written communication, drafting, and client relations.
• Proven expertise in persuasion and negotiation, with the ability to advocate effectively for clients and present confidently to diverse audiences.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team.
• Ability to stay informed on evolving community association laws and industry standards.
• Experience in corporate governance, board training, and managing complex transactional matters.

Why Join?
This is an opportunity to join a high-performing team in a collaborative environment that values professional growth, close client relationships, and a positive work culture. If you're a talented attorney with a passion for community association law, apply now to take the next step in your career.

Please submit your resume for consideration.