HOA Law Associate — Hybrid Role in Indiana Governance

Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Expense reimbursement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney in Indianapolis, IN. The role combines general corporate/transactional work with exposure to ADR and litigation, focused on serving condominium and homeowner associations. Indiana licensure required, 3+ years of experience preferred.

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package and a hybrid work arrangement with a typical 8:30am–4:30pm schedule on a 35-hour workweek.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Licensed in good standing with the Indiana Supreme Court.
• 2–4 years of legal experience preferred; HOA law, landlord-tenant, litigation, or corporate practice helpful.

Responsibilities

• Serve as general counsel to condominium and homeowners associations.
• Draft, review, interpret, and amend governing documents (declarations, bylaws, rules).
• Review and negotiate management agreements and vendor contracts.
• Prepare and issue demand letters and other notices.
• Advise boards on compliance with Indiana statutes (Condo Act, Nonprofit Corporation Act).
• Attend and advise at board and membership meetings (in person or virtual).
• Provide governance, elections, fiduciary duties, enforcement policies, risk management guidance.
• Assist with budgeting issues, owner disputes, records requests, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage HOA-related litigation (covenant enforcement, contract disputes).
• Counsel boards on litigation risk, strategy, and dispute resolution.
• Support pre-litigation dispute resolution (settlements, mediation, arbitration).
• Participate in Continuing Legal Education (CLE).

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Multi-matter management

Client communication

Team player

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney in Indianapolis, IN. The role combines general corporate/transactional work with exposure to ADR and litigation, focused on serving condominium and homeowner associations. Indiana licensure required, 3+ years of experience preferred.

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package and a hybrid work arrangement with a typical 8:30am–4:30pm schedule on a 35-hour workweek.