Community Association (HOA) Attorney - Remote, Florida

Overview

Client-facing legal role supporting community associations across Florida. This position provides day-to-day counsel to HOA and COA boards, including governance guidance, document drafting and review, compliance support, and dispute resolution and collections assistance.

• Location: Jacksonville, Florida
• Compensation: $85,000 - $125,000 / year

Responsibilities

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Compensation & Benefits

• $85,000 - $125,000 per year
• Professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Location

Jacksonville, Florida

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer 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.