What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Association Associate position at Primary?
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Community Association Associate Attorney to join our esteemed law firm. As a key member of our legal team, you will handle complex legal matters, advise clients, ensure compliance with applicable regulations, and provide legal services to Community Associations, including Homeowners Associations (HOAs) and Condominium Associations (COAs).
Responsibilities:
- Assist Community Associations board members and clients in dispute resolution and fee collection through mediation and arbitration.
- Significant and substantive legal research and writing.
- Guide HOA and COA boards through the practical realities of running their communities.
- Collaborate with senior attorneys to represent clients in complex Community Association disputes.
- Conduct in-depth legal research and craft strategic arguments in high-stakes cases.
- Draft legal documents and motions, attend depositions, argue motions, and manage client communications.
- Represent clients in court hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings, with opportunities to first and second-seat trials.
- Drive settlement negotiations and effectively manage multiple cases, ensuring top-notch client service.
Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- Active NJ and NY state bar membership
- 0-3 years of experience in the Community Association law
- Strong legal research and writing skills
- Excellent communication, client relations, and negotiation skills
- Courtroom experience in arbitration, depositions, and motion arguments is preferred
- Strong knowledge of property law and proficiency in Community Association regulations are preferred
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working both independently and in a tea
- Knowledge of the iManage Document Management System and Orion is a plus
Benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- FSA Plans
- Competitive 401(k) match
- Performance-Based Bonuses
- Malpractice Insurance
- Continuing Legal Education (CLE)
- Coverage of Licensing Fees
- 15 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Parental Leave
***All other duties and responsibilities as delegated.
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Salary : $90,000 - $135,000