Associate Attorney | HOA Collections

Jobot; Tysons (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision care

401(k) contributions

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Tysons, Virginia is seeking a Community Associations Associate Attorney to manage a high-volume collections practice. The ideal candidate will hold a JD from an accredited law school and have experience in collections, preferably representing community associations. Responsibilities include managing caseloads, legal research, and engaging directly with clients. The role offers a hybrid schedule and comprehensive benefits including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of general collections experience, preferably in community associations.
• Working knowledge of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.
• Prior experience coordinating with paralegals or support staff preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 250 to 400 active collection matters.
• Partner with paralegals and senior attorneys for efficient case progression.
• Appear in courts across jurisdictions to enforce covenants.

Skills

Legal research

Client communication

Attention to detail

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Active Maryland bar admission

Job description

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Reputable Firm | Stuctured Career Development | Hybrid Work Schedule

This Jobot Job is hosted by Luke Moussalli

Salary $120,000 - $150,000 per year

A Bit About Us

We are a well-established regional law practice supporting a diverse portfolio of institutional and community-based clients. We prioritize professional development, mentorship, and sustainable workloads to support long-term career growth. Our culture values accountability, collaboration, and high-quality legal service delivery.

Why join us?

• Medical, dental, vision care and life insurance for all eligible administrative staff, spouses and their children
• Vacation
• Short- and long-term disability benefits
• Childcare leave following the birth, adoption or foster care placement of a child
• Eligibility to make 401(k) contributions with pre-tax dollars and voluntary contributions with after-tax dollars
• Firm contribution to the 401(k) Plan
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Business travel and accident insurance
• Pre-tax Mass Transit Benefits
• Free Parking
• Employee Assistance Program
• Personal and sick days
• Paid Firm holidays

Job Details

We are seeking a Community Associations Associate Attorney licensed in Maryland to support a high-volume community association and HOA collections practice with a balanced workload and long-term growth opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a caseload of approximately 250 to 400 active collection matters from intake through resolution
• Partner closely with paralegals, administrative staff, and senior attorneys to drive efficient case progression
• Review governing documents and client materials and draft legal analyses and opinions for internal review
• Appear regularly in district and abatement courts across multiple jurisdictions to enforce covenants and collection matters
• Communicate directly with community association clients and management agents, including routine status reporting
• Track and manage billing for hourly and task-based fixed fee matters
• Attend on-site client meetings, including board meetings and community elections as needed
• Maintain an annual billable target of approximately 1,700 hours with a flexible hybrid schedule following an initial ramp-up period

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school with active and good standing Maryland bar admission
• 2 to 4 years of general collections experience, preferably representing banks, creditors, or community associations
• Working knowledge of Fair Debt Collection Practices Act compliance, district court practice, and post-judgment enforcement
• Strong legal research, writing, and client communication skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage a large active caseload efficiently
• Prior experience coordinating with paralegals or support staff preferred
• Legal project management exposure is a plus

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