Condominium & Homeowner Associations Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks an experienced Condominium & Homeowner Association Associate Attorney to join its Litigation Group in Chicago, Illinois. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of experience representing common-interest community associations, including condominium and homeowner associations, and their directors and officers. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled attorney to handle a variety of complex legal matters in a collaborative, dynamic environment.

Duties

• Represent condominium and homeowner associations in various legal matters, including disputes between owners and boards of directors
• Defend claims involving professional negligence, breach of fiduciary duty, discrimination and harassment, breach of contract, negligence, and other torts
• Negotiate and facilitate resolutions to disputes within community associations
• Review and interpret governing documents, including Declarations, Bylaws, and Rules and Regulations for community associations
• Advise clients on compliance with Illinois statutes related to condominium and homeowner associations
• Manage complex cases, ensuring successful outcomes and maintaining strong client relationships

Requirements

• 5-8 years of experience representing directors and officers of Not-For-Profit Corporations, with a focus on Condominium and Homeowner Associations
• Experience defending professional negligence, fiduciary duty breaches, discrimination and harassment claims, breach of contract, and general negligence
• Familiarity with community association governing documents and Illinois statutes about them
• Strong negotiation skills and experience resolving disputes between owners and boards of directors
• Must be admitted to the Illinois State Bar and in good standing

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Active Illinois Bar membership in good standing

Skills

• Expertise in condominium and homeowner association law, particularly dispute resolution and governance
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to handle multiple, complex legal matters independently
• Client-focused, with the ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships
• Strong teamwork skills in a collaborative environment

Benefits

• A supportive, low-turnover environment fostering collaboration
• Opportunities for direct client interaction and significant responsibility in handling complex legal matters
• Formal mentorship, training, and development programs for associates
• Competitive compensation with several annual bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Employer-contributed 401(k) plan
  • Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
  • Life insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts for dependent care and healthcare expenses
  • Paid parental leave

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced attorney seeking to grow professionally in a collaborative and dynamic legal environment while handling complex legal issues for community associations.

With 15 offices concentrated on the two coasts, plus Chicago and Detroit, this firm has national reach and a rising stature. The firm prides itself on offering individual, corporate, and non-profit clients direct and efficient advice, and on charting a course which secures the best long-term outcome. If you are looking to practice litigation, employment, intellectual property, or corporate law at a firm that is just the right size, this could be an ideal match for you.