Commercial Real Estate (Community Associations) Attorney

Job Overview:
A highly respected law firm is seeking a seasoned Commercial Real Estate Attorney with experience in community associations to join its Business Group. This role will support the firm's expanding Community Associations Practice Team, advising a broad range of clients including developers, lenders, landlords, and condominium/homeowners associations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in real estate transactions and community association law, along with the ability to lead and manage closings and compliance processes effectively.

Location:

• Virginia Beach, Virginia

Duties:

• Represent developers, landlords, lenders, and community associations in a variety of real estate and governance matters

• Handle commercial real estate transactions including acquisitions, purchases, financings, and leasing

• Assist in the formation, governance, and compliance of community associations (residential, commercial, and mixed-use)

• Draft, review, analyze, and negotiate legal documents including:

  • Agreements

  • Deeds

  • Loan documents

  • Leases

  • Declarations and covenants

• Manage legal workflows and oversee support staff to ensure timely closings and client milestones are achieved

• Provide legal counsel on regulatory and operational compliance related to community association management

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience in commercial real estate and community associations

• Proven ability to manage transactions and provide practical legal guidance

• Demonstrated experience advising clients on community association governance and operations

• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize and manage deadlines

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active member in good standing with the Virginia State Bar

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of real estate law, community associations, and related regulatory frameworks

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for client and team collaboration

• Ability to manage and lead transactions independently

• Highly organized and solution-oriented mindset

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation (not specified)

• Opportunity to join a well-established and growing practice

• Supportive and collaborative work environment

• Professional growth within a respected firm