Community Association Law

Community associations, such as homeowner associations (HOAs) or condominium boards, rely on knowledgeable legal counsel to maintain smooth operations and resolve disputes fairly. Attorneys working in this area provide assistance in a wide range of legal matters, including:

• Governing Documents: Drafting and updating bylaws, covenants, and restrictions to align with state laws and community needs.
• Enforcement: Advising on compliance with rules and addressing violations effectively.
• Dispute Resolution: Mediating conflicts between members, boards, and external parties.
• Contract Management: Reviewing contracts with vendors, service providers, and developers. The focus here is on fostering healthy, functional communities while balancing individual and collective interests.
• Collections: Advising HOAs, POAs and property management firms on and pursuing delinquent assessments and fees—from drafting demand letters and negotiating payment plans to filing liens and, if necessary, initiating foreclosure actions in compliance with state statutes and federal debt-collection rules.

Contact Mansfield, Bronstein & Stone, LLP today for experienced representation by attorneys knowledgeable in the unique challenges of HOAs, POAs and property management firms. See our contact options further below.