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Associate Attorney

Orion Placement

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St. George, UT · Posted October 31, 2026

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About the job

Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

Build a niche, high-demand practice in HOA and real estate law with mentorship from attorneys who have shaped Utah community association legislation and best practices

Get real courtroom and dispute experience (covenant enforcement, collection matters, landlord-tenant issues, construction-related disputes) while also doing advisory work for boards and property managers

Join a stable, growing practice with long-term client relationships and a steady flow of interesting matters

Work in beautiful St. George with a team that values professionalism, training, and doing things the right way

Location: This is an on-site role in St. George, Utah (in-person collaboration is key because the practice is nuanced and training-intensive).

Note: Must be actively licensed and in good standing with the Utah State Bar, and must have 2+ years of experience in community association (HOA) law or real estate law.

About Us

We are a highly respected Utah law practice with deep experience advising homeowner and condominium associations, real estate professionals, and related stakeholders. Our attorneys are known for practical guidance, strong advocacy, and being deeply engaged in the community association space. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

Advise HOA and condominium association boards, property managers, and related clients on governance, compliance, enforcement, and risk management

Handle covenant enforcement matters and homeowner disputes from early strategy through resolution

Draft and negotiate real estate-related agreements and legal documents tied to association and property matters

Manage litigation tasks as needed, including pleadings, motions, discovery, depositions, mediation prep, and court appearances

Perform legal research and write clear, persuasive briefs and client-facing guidance

Communicate confidently with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other stakeholders

Stay current on Utah developments impacting real estate, community associations, and related civil litigation issues

Qualifications

J.D. from an accredited law school

Active Utah Bar license, in good standing

2+ years of experience in community association (HOA) law or real estate law

Strong writing and issue-spotting skills with the ability to explain complex rules in plain English

Organized, client-service oriented, and comfortable owning matters with appropriate support

Litigation experience is a plus (but not required if your HOA/real estate background is strong)

Why You Will Love Working Here

Youll join a team that takes training seriously and invests in developing attorneys into true specialists. The work is a mix of advisory and dispute work, so your days stay varied and intellectually engaging. Youll have the support of experienced attorneys, a professional environment, and the chance to build a long-term career in a stable practice area with consistent demand.

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance