Associate Attorney - HOA Focus

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Northfield, Ohio, to join their team with a focus on Homeowners and Condo Owners Association (HOA/COA) legal matters. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with HOA boards and management companies, advising on governance, disputes, collections, and litigation.

Duties

• Represent HOA and COA clients across various legal matters
• Draft and update governing documents such as bylaws and policies
• Manage collections and enforcement actions
• Represent clients in hearings, trials, and board meetings
• Lead client communications, budgeting, and strategy planning
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary experts and other attorneys
• Engage in community outreach, business development, and networking

Requirements

• Licensed Ohio Attorney (JD required)
• 3-5 years of attorney legal experience
• Client-focused, highly organized, and business-minded
• Emotionally intelligent, collaborative, and coachable
• Strong communication and legal drafting skills
• Tech-savvy and confident with remote tools and systems
• Willingness to travel locally for meetings and hearings

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Ohio

Skills

• Strong legal drafting and communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with a team
• Proficiency with technology and remote work tools

Benefits

• 401(k) with up to 4% match
• Health, vision, dental, life & disability insurance
• HRA annual payment
• Generous PTO plan (up to 20 days vacation + 10-15 sick days)
• Paid leave (holidays, maternity, jury duty, bereavement, school visitation)
• Paid CLE & professional development
• Travel reimbursement
• Support for business development and leadership training