Real Estate/Community Association Attorney

A law firm in Fort Myers is seeking an experienced Real Estate/Community Association Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in community association law and general representation, with a focus on drafting community association documents, analyzing statutes, attending meetings, and providing legal counsel to clients.

Duties:

• Drafting community association documents, including but not limited to amendments, board resolutions, meeting notices, and architectural guidelines.
• Reading and analyzing Chapter 718, Chapter 720, Chapter 617, and other applicable statutes and Florida Administrative Codes.
• Remaining apprised of changes to community association laws, case law developments, and industry trends.
• Attending membership meetings, board meetings, and elections.
• Performing legal research and analysis to interpret and apply governing documents.
• Advising clients on day-to-day issues such as violations, maintenance responsibilities, and general association operations.
• Providing support to the litigation team for representing and negotiating on behalf of clients in adverse proceedings such as pre-suit mediation, arbitration, and litigation.

Requirements:

• Member of the Florida Bar in good standing.
• 3+ years of experience in community association law and general representation.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Comfortable working as part of a team.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Florida Bar.

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting legal documents.
• Ability to analyze statutes and regulations.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workload efficiently.

This Fort Myers, Florida based law firm has two additional offices in Florida. The firm was founded over 90 years ago and continues to be one of the oldest and largest firms in Florida with over 55 attorneys.