Community Association Attorney

Orion Placement; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Clearwater, FL is seeking a skilled attorney to advise homeowners' associations and condo communities on corporate and governance matters, with a focus on real estate, contracts, and community association law.

This in-person role offers meaningful client work, direct client interaction, and opportunities to contribute to strategy, negotiate covenants, and collaborate with senior attorneys on complex matters.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active Florida Bar admission in good standing.
• 3+ years of relevant legal experience; strong candidates with 2+ years of transferable experience encouraged to apply.
• Background in community association law, real estate law, corporate representation, or related practice.
• Experience reviewing contracts, recorded property records, or drafting client opinions.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and communicate confidently with clients.
• HOA/condo law experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Advise HOA and condo associations on corporate and governance matters.
• Conduct legal research involving real estate, corporate law, contracts, fair housing, zoning, and land use.
• Review contracts, recorded covenants, governing documents, and property records.
• Draft legal opinions, correspondence, and client guidance documents.
• Communicate directly with association boards and clients to address legal questions and develop practical solutions.
• Assist with compliance, covenant interpretation, and governance for communities.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys on complex matters and client strategies.
• Participate in covenant enforcement disputes or litigation if interested.

Skills

Legal research

Contract drafting

Client communication

Independent work

Community association law

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Pay:

$100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Help homeowners' associations and condominium communities navigate important legal matters while building trusted client relationships.
• Work across real estate, corporate governance, contracts, fair housing, and community association law.
• Take ownership of meaningful legal work, advise clients directly, and make a real difference.
• Focus on advisory and transactional matters, with opportunities to gain litigation experience if desired.
• Join a collaborative legal team that values initiative, professional development, and high-quality client service.
• Enjoy competitive compensation with additional bonus opportunities.

Location:

Clearwater, FL. We're looking for someone excited to collaborate with our team in person. Our position is primarily office-based, with the possibility of transitioning to a hybrid schedule after an initial period with the firm.

Note:

Active Florida Bar admission and relevant legal experience are essential. We welcome attorneys with community association, real estate, or related corporate legal backgrounds. Prior HOA or condominium law experience is highly valued but not required if you have transferable skills in real estate matters, recorded documents, or legal opinion writing.

About Us

Confidential Employer. We're a well-established Florida law firm providing practical, strategic legal counsel to community associations and other clients. Our team handles a diverse range of corporate, real estate, and litigation matters, combining sophisticated legal work with personalized client relationships.We're looking for a motivated attorney who enjoys solving problems, working directly with clients, and contributing to a supportive legal practice.

Job Description

• Advise homeowners' associations, condominium associations, and other community association clients on corporate and governance matters.
• Conduct legal research involving real estate, corporate law, contracts, fair housing, zoning, and land use.
• Review contracts, recorded covenants, governing documents, and property records.
• Draft legal opinions, correspondence, and other documents that provide clear guidance to clients.
• Communicate directly with association boards and clients to address legal questions and develop practical solutions.
• Assist with compliance, covenant interpretation, and community association governance.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys on complex legal matters and client strategies.
• Participate in covenant enforcement disputes or litigation when interested, although litigation experience is not required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Florida Bar.
• 3+ years of relevant legal experience preferred; strong candidates with 2+ years of directly transferable experience are encouraged to apply.
• Background in community association law, real estate law, corporate representation, or related legal practice.
• Experience reviewing legal documents, recorded property records, contracts, or drafting client legal opinions.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and communicate confidently with clients.
• HOA, condominium law, and covenant enforcement experience are preferred but not required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll have the opportunity to build meaningful client relationships, work on diverse legal matters, and grow your career without being limited to one narrow practice area. We value attorneys who bring fresh perspectives, take initiative, and enjoy delivering excellent client service. With bonus potential, professional growth opportunities, and the possibility of future hybrid flexibility, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your legal career.

JPC-2562

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance