Community Associations Litigation Associate Attorney
Columbia, SC - USA
Job Summary
Pay:$140000.00 - $170000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Build a rewarding litigation practice representing community associations and common interest communities.
- Gain meaningful courtroom exposure through hands-on litigation and general legal work.
- Work directly with clients and develop strong lasting professional relationships.
- Take ownership of substantive matters while continuing to grow your litigation skills.
- Develop valuable experience in HOA condominium property and community association law.
- Join a sophisticated and growing legal team that values initiative collaboration and professional development.
- Earn competitive compensation of $140000 to $170000 based on experience.
Location:Falls Church VA on-site in our Falls Church office offering close collaboration with attorneys and direct interaction with clients.
Note:Active Virginia or Maryland bar admissions are required along with 1 year of litigation experience. D.C. bar admission is a plus.
About UsWe are a growing full-service business law and litigation firm providing sophisticated practical legal counsel to clients ranging from emerging businesses to established organizations. Our attorneys handle challenging matters while maintaining a strong commitment to client service collaboration and results. We value professionals who are self-directed proactive and eager to grow. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- 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 and complex 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.
Qualifications
- Active Virginia or Maryland bar 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.
- D.C. bar admission is a plus.
Why You Will Love Working Here
This is an opportunity to take on substantive legal work interact directly with clients and gain meaningful courtroom exposure while building a specialized litigation practice. Our team values initiative and professional growth giving attorneys the opportunity to develop their skills take ownership of matters and make a real impact for their clients.
JPC-1954
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Requirements: Must-have: Hiring in Falls Church VA and Columbia MD. VA or MD bar license. 1 yrs of litigation exp
Required Years as Associate: 1
Additional context: Relocation- yes. Packages - no
Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):
1 to 2 years: $140K to $148K
3 to 4 years: $149K to $160K
5 years: $161K to $170K
Submission Email / Name: Melissa & Carrie: ;
Quick Recruiter Reference
Community associations litigation associate representing HOA condominium and common interest community clients in litigation and general legal matters. Hiring for on-site offices in Falls Church VA and Columbia MD; VA bar is required for Falls Church and MD bar is required for Columbia with 1 year litigation experience required. Salary is $140K to $170K based on experience.
Recruiter Submission: To submit cancel - Community Associations Litigation Associate Attorney - Whiteford Taylor & Preston LLP - JPC-1954 - source
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Client job title: Community Associations Litigation Associate
Location: Falls Church VA and Columbia MD
On-site hybrid remote: On-site
Experience: 1 years
Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Community Associations Attorney HOA Attorney Condominium Attorney Real Estate Litigation Associate Civil Litigation Associate
# of hires needed: 1