Associate Attorney - Condo Dept. (3+ years exp)

Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit•Indianapolis, IN

3d•$100,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney for its Condo Department in Indianapolis, Indiana. The attorney will primarily represent condominium and homeowners associations, handling general corporate and transactional work, with exposure to alternative dispute resolution and litigation. The role involves managing matters from start to finish, maintaining regular client interaction, and balancing ongoing advisory responsibilities. Opportunities to attend court hearings are available for candidates interested in learning court procedure. This is an in-office, exempt position with business hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and a 35-hour workweek. The starting salary range is $100,000–$115,000, depending on experience. Candidates must be licensed in Indiana.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Licensed and in good standing with the Indiana Supreme Court.
Two to four years of legal experience preferred; experience in HOA law, landlord-tenant matters, litigation, or corporate practice is helpful but not required.
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines efficiently.
Professional, client-focused approach with strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with homeowners or condominium associations, landlord-tenant law, or nonprofit or corporate governance.
Experience attending, advising, or working with boards or similar governing bodies.
Familiarity with Indiana trial courts, court procedures, or trial advocacy.

Responsibilities

Serve as general counsel to condominium and homeowners associations.
Draft, review, interpret, and amend governing documents, including declarations, bylaws, and rules and regulations.
Review and negotiate management agreements and vendor contracts.
Prepare and issue demand letters and other compliance or violation notices.
Advise boards on compliance with applicable Indiana statutes, including the Indiana Condominium Act and the Indiana Nonprofit Corporation Act.
Attend and advise at board and membership meetings, in person and virtually.
Provide ongoing legal guidance on governance matters, elections, fiduciary duties, enforcement policies, risk management, and statutory obligations.
Assist associations with budgeting issues, owner disputes, records requests, and regulatory compliance.
Manage HOA-related litigation matters, including covenant enforcement actions and contract disputes.
Counsel boards on litigation risk, strategy, and dispute resolution.
Support pre-litigation dispute resolution efforts, including settlement negotiations, mediation, and arbitration.
Participate in all required Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs.