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Community Associations Litigation Associate Attorney

Orion Placement


Job Location:

Columbia, SC - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 140000 - 170000
Posted: 2 September 2026 (5 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 30 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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.

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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

New Job Order Alert

  • 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