Community Association (HOA) Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Description

At Jimerson Birr, our team has accepted the lasting responsibility of protecting our clients’ rights, businesses, properties, investments, and finances. Our professionals are integral, trusted advisers and advocates in both established and emerging businesses, giving our clients insights into legal and business considerations that guide prudent decision-making. We work with some of the world’s most respected and well-established businesses, start-up visionaries, and individuals looking to overcome challenges.  

Our award-winning law firm is at its best when it helps clients set measurable goals and develops multi-level strategies to achieve them. Our lawyers are trained to take ownership of our clients’ challenges by getting close to the problem and close to the people who can benefit from the solutions we provide. We’re business-oriented lawyers equally comfortable as community leaders, private transaction counselors or courtroom advocates. We pride ourselves on our people and their collective achievements. Besides our long list of legal industry honors, the firm has a track record spanning over a decade winning local, state and national awards for being a “Best Company to Work For,” “Fastest Growing Company,” and “Best law firms in America.” For all current career openings, firm history, frequently asked questions, and professional development tracks please check out our careers page by clicking this link Careers: View Current Opportunities.

We help community associations operate with clarity, compliance, and confidence. We’re seeking a Community Association, HOA, Attorney, who enjoys diving into the details, solving complex governance challenges, and becoming a trusted advisor to boards navigating high-stakes decisions.

This is a client-facing role with a defined portfolio from day one. You’ll work closely with association boards across Florida, providing practical legal guidance, drafting governing documents, and helping communities stay compliant while operating effectively. If you enjoy structured problem-solving, technical legal work, and being the steady voice in complex situations, this role is built for you.

You’re a thoughtful, analytical attorney who prefers to get it right the first time. You’re comfortable working independently but value structure, clear expectations, and well-defined processes.

You approach problems logically and communicate in a direct, straightforward way, especially when boards need clear, practical answers. While you may not be the loudest voice in the room, you build trust through consistency, preparation, and sound judgment.

You enjoy technical legal work and take pride in your ability to interpret statutes, draft precise documents, and guide clients through nuanced issues. You’re adaptable when priorities shift, but you perform best when you can fully understand the issue at hand and provide a well-reasoned solution.

Advise & Guide Boards

• Serve as day-to-day counsel to HOA and COA boards across Florida. 
• Provide guidance on governance, budgeting, reserves, and operational decision-making. 
• Deliver clear, practical legal advice on regulatory and compliance matters. 

Draft & Structure

• Draft, review, and amend governing documents, including Declarations, Bylaws, and Rules. 
• Support developer turnover and assist in structuring community associations. 
• Conduct document audits and recommend updates to align with current law. 

Ensure Compliance

• Stay current on Florida community association law and regulatory changes. 
• Translate legal updates into actionable guidance for clients. 
• Help associations maintain compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. 

Support Dispute Resolution & Collections

• Assist with covenant enforcement matters and pre-litigation processes. 
• Support litigation efforts, including drafting demands, pleadings, and motions. 
• Guide assessment collection strategies alongside the firm’s collections team.

• Active membership in good standing with The Florida Bar. 
• 2–5 years of legal experience, with exposure to community association law, real estate, or litigation. 
• Strong drafting skills across legal documents, contracts, and/or litigation materials. 
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide clear, structured guidance. 
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through. 
• Professional, direct communication style with clients and colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Florida community association law (transactional or litigation). 
• Familiarity with developer turnover, governance structuring, or document amendments. 
• Exposure to covenant enforcement, collections, or related litigation. 
• Involvement with Community Associations Institute (CAI) or interest in participation.

WHY JOIN JIMERSON BIRR?

Join a dynamic team that values professional growth and excellence in legal service. We offer competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment dedicated to fostering your success.

We’ve found that the key to doing great work is to love what you do and respect who you do it with. To continue reading about our firm, visit our website Jimerson Birr.

Our atmosphere and award-winning firm culture is collegial and professional, and our shared commitment to professional development is superior to our contemporaries. Learn more about our firm culture here: JB Firm Culture: JB FOR ME.

WHY APPLY?

You’ll get a Challenging Opportunity with a Company that Cares About Its Most Valuable Asset: YOU! At Jimerson Birr, we pride ourselves on our people and their collective achievements. Besides our list of legal industry honors, in 2021 and for the seventh consecutive year, the firm was named one of Florida’s “Best Companies to Work For” by Florida Trend Magazine. In recent years, the firm was also distinguished as one of the “Best Places to Work” by the Jacksonville Business Journal and five times as one of the “50 Fastest Growing Companies.” Opportunities abound for those who can meet and exceed the expectations set for our team. Jimerson Birr is comprised of high-performing and professionally fulfilled people. We believe that a positive attitude, personal accountability, and a commitment to quality work will put a talented person on a fast track for success. Our atmosphere and award-winning firm culture are collegial and professional, and our shared commitment to professional development is superior to our contemporaries. 

Our core values are simple: Commitment to service; Commitment to quality; Commitment to results. We live our core values, and we welcome you to live them with us.  

Jimerson Birr is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, gender identity, and marital status.