Community Associations Litigation Associate Attorney

Pay: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00 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 $140,000 to $170,000 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: [email protected]; [email protected]

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.

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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