On-Site DC Community Association Litigation Attorney

Orion Placement; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement seeks a litigation attorney to represent community associations in DC, handling matter management, pleadings, and research. The role emphasizes direct client interaction, ownership, and practical courtroom exposure in a collaborative, growth-focused firm.

The candidate should have a DC bar admission, at least one year of litigation experience, and solid skills in research, writing, and communication to excel in this on-site Washington, DC position.

Qualifications

• Active Washington DC admission required.
• 1+ year of litigation experience required.
• Community association, HOA, condominium, real estate, property, or related litigation experience is highly valued.
• Strong legal research, writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and sound professional judgment.
• Self-directed, motivated, and eager to gain meaningful courtroom exposure.
• Deposition and/or trial experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Represent community associations and common interest communities in litigation and general legal matters.
• Manage assigned matters from initial assessment through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop practical, effective litigation strategies.
• Participate in hearings, depositions, negotiations, and other litigation proceedings.
• Communicate directly with clients and provide clear, practical legal guidance.
• Collaborate with attorneys and legal professionals on substantive matters.
• Take increasing ownership of cases while developing courtroom and client-management skills.
• Help clients navigate disputes and legal issues with a practical, solutions-oriented approach.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Courtroom exposure

Real estate litigation

Education

DC Bar admission

Job description

Orion Placement seeks a litigation attorney to represent community associations in DC, handling matter management, pleadings, and research. The role emphasizes direct client interaction, ownership, and practical courtroom exposure in a collaborative, growth-focused firm.

The candidate should have a DC bar admission, at least one year of litigation experience, and solid skills in research, writing, and communication to excel in this on-site Washington, DC position.