Condominium Or Land Use Attorney

Jobot; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Tampa, Florida, is seeking a Condominium or Land Use Attorney to join their real estate practice. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in condominium law, HOA governance, zoning, and land use regulations. Responsibilities include drafting governing documents, guiding clients through legal compliance, and representing them in disputes. This firm offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, fostering an environment where your legal expertise can thrive.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Florida.
• 4+ years of focused experience in applicable legal fields.
• Strong legal drafting and analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review governing documents for community associations.
• Guide clients through zoning and land use regulations.
• Represent clients in land use disputes and litigation.

Skills

Legal research

Negotiation

Advocacy

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Overview

Growing Boutique Firm | Excellent Benefits | Transactional Work. Salary: $120,000 - $175,000 per year.

We are a well-established law firm serving community associations across Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough, and surrounding counties. We pride ourselves on providing proactive legal counsel and fostering well-maintained, peaceful communities. Our team of attorneys and paralegals now has more than 75 years of combined experience serving all sizes and types of community associations throughout Florida. Come join the family and let us help your community achieve its goals.

Why join us

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development.

Job Details

We are seeking a highly qualified Condominium or Land Use Attorney to join our real estate practice. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in condominium law, homeowners’ association (HOA) governance, zoning, land use regulations, and real estate development. This attorney will collaborate closely with developers, boards, management companies, and local government bodies to ensure compliance and drive successful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Condominium & HOA Law
  • Draft, review, and file governing documents such as Declarations, Bylaws, Articles, and Rules & Regulations.
  • Prepare easements, maintenance agreements, and trust instruments related to condominium communities.
  • Assemble and issue homebuyer disclosure packets and coordinate addenda under condominium or HOA statutes.
  • Review and update existing community documents for conformity with evolving regulations and organizational needs.
• Land Use & Zoning
  • Guide clients through zoning and land use regulations, including special use permits, variances, and land development codes.
  • Represent clients before zoning boards, planning commissions, municipal councils, and state regulatory agencies.
  • Manage entitlement strategies: submissions, compliance reviews, appeals, and rezoning efforts.
  • Conduct due diligence, title and permit research, and draft legal reports analyzing environmental and land-use restrictions.
• Transactional, Permitting & Compliance
  • Draft and negotiate contracts, real estate closing documents, development agreements, and settlement terms.
  • Coordinate with architects, planners, engineers, surveyors, and consultants to facilitate client objectives.
  • File permit applications, appeals, and environmental assessments, ensuring legal adherence from inception through completion.
  • Monitor changes in law, code, and policy; provide periodic updates and training to clients and internal teams.
• Litigation & Advocacy
  • Represent clients in administrative hearings, land use disputes, tax/assessment appeals, and condominium litigation.
  • Prepare briefs, memoranda, and trial documents; advocate in court or before quasi-judicial bodies.
  • Negotiate and resolve disputes through mediation, arbitration, or settlement agreements.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice in Florida, with credentials to appear before local and state tribunals.
• 4+ years of focused experience in condominium, HOA, land use, zoning, real estate, or municipal law.
• Hands-on experience drafting governing documents, entitlements, permitting, and land use litigation.
• Strong legal research, analysis, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Effective advocacy skills in hearings before boards, courts, and government agencies.
• Excellent interpersonal communication with developers, community boards, agencies, and clients.
• Ability to manage concurrent projects, prioritize deadlines, and maintain meticulous attention to detail.

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