At Henderson Franklin, we value our staff and attorneys by providing a family-oriented culture where everyone can be their best and have the work/life balance they desire.
Our firm has been serving clients in Southwest Florida for nearly 100 years, a testament to our stability, community involvement and dedication of our legal team.
Whether you are an attorney, legal assistant or paralegal, we offer opportunities for long-term success.
Our firm’s comprehensive compensation and benefits package includes: competitive pay, bonus program, employee events, health benefits, generous time off benefits, continuing education allowance, the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule and more.
Real Estate/Community Association Associate
Henderson Franklin is seeking a full-time real estate community association attorney for its Fort Myers office.
Candidates should have at least three years of experience in community association law and general representation, including the following:
Drafting community association documents (including 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; and
Providing support to litigation team for representing and negotiating on behalf of clients in adverse proceedings (such as pre-suit mediation, arbitration, and litigation).
The ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic, excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail and strong organizational skills, and should be comfortable working as part of a team and independently.
Candidates must also be a member of the Florida Bar in good standing.
The firm provides opportunities for long-term success and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
This position can be based out of our Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, or Naples offices, including hybrid (partially remote) work schedule.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to careers@henlaw.
com.