Liens for Homeowner’s Associations
When a condominium owner fails to pay dues or special assessments, the homeowner’s association may have the right to place a lien on the property. The process of placing a lien must be followed to the letter of the law to avoid legal exposure. Legal Counsel, P.A. employs liens lawyers in Orlando, Florida that can assist your association with providing proper notice, providing proper time for the condominium owner to respond, and filing the lien with the courts.
If you are facing a lien being placed on your property due to non-payment of HOA dues, you may have the right to fight back. In some cases, you might be able to negotiate a payment plan with the board. In other instances, you can negotiate a short sale or other measures to repay the debt rather than having a lien placed on your property. Protect your rights and credit, contact Legal Counsel, P.A. which employs lien lawyers in Orlando, Florida.
Estoppel Letters
Legal Counsel, P.A. employs homeowner association lawyers who can assist you with estoppel letters. It is the responsibility of the association to provide estoppel letters upon request. Your association may only have 10 business days to provide this letter. Our homeowner association lawyer in Orlando, Florida can draft your estoppel letters. Estoppel letters inform potential buyers about whether a home owner owes money to the HOA. When issuing an estoppel letter, it is important to ensure that the amounts are accurate, because if your association claims that the home owner is current on payments, you may not be permitted to pursue collections or a lawsuit later.
If you are a condominium buyer and need help reading and understanding an estoppel letter before buying, contact Legal Counsel, P.A. Our estoppel lawyers can review all documents to help you identify red flags and understand your rights.
Litigation for Homeowner’s Associations
When it comes to collecting past due amounts and enforcing an association’s covenants, sometimes collection letters, warnings, fines, and negotiation can resolve the issue. In many instances, hearings and other measures can prevent a situation from reaching litigation. Sometimes, however, litigation is required. Legal Counsel, P.A. employs homeowner association attorneys in Orlando Florida who can help you with litigation surrounding collections and covenant enforcement.
If you are a condominium owner in a dispute with your association regarding collections or rule enforcement, you may also want to speak to Legal Counsel, P.A. Our homeowner association lawyers can review your case, look at whether the association is enforcing rules and collections in a uniform manner, and make a case if you are being treated unfairly or in a discriminatory manner. Protect your rights today.
Covenant Enforcement
Condominium owners rely on the enforcement of covenants to preserve the value of their property. It is the responsibility of the board to enforce the rules of the association in a fair and uniform manner. However, when enforcing covenants, it is important that the board follow the association’s governing documents. This may require the board to provide proper notice that a rule has been broken and appropriately fine a person who is in violation, before taking further steps. Contact Legal Counsel, P.A. Our homeowner association lawyers in Orlando, Florida can help you with enforcing the rules of your association if you are a board. Failure to properly enforce rules can expose the board to lawsuits. Enforce your covenants properly.
If you are a condominium owner and believe you are being unfairly targeted or if you believe that your HOA’s rules are not making adequate accommodations for your disability, you may have rights under the law. Contact Legal Counsel, P.A. Our homeowner association lawyers in Orlando, Florida can review your HOA’s rules and take steps to protect your rights.
Governing Documents for Homeowner’s Associations
The governing documents of your homeowner’s association govern everything from the rules the members of the association are required to follow to how the rules can be enforced. Having clear covenants, conditions, and restrictions in place (CC&Rs) is important if you are a developer creating a condominium, a board looking to enforce rules and collect dues, or a homeowner looking to buy into a condominium property. It is always a good idea for boards to review their CC&R’s periodically to ensure that they are up to date and that rules and enforcement measures are clearly laid out. Contact Legal Counsel, P.A. Our homeowner association lawyers in Orlando, Florida can help you with your CC&R’s, or governing documents.
Board Governance Lawyers
The board of directors of the homeowner’s association has a fiduciary duty to the members of the association. This means that the board must act in the association’s best interest, must fairly and equally collect dues and enforce rules, and must avoid conflicts of interest. If you have concerns about any of these issues, you may want to retain a homeowner’s association lawyer that your board can consult when questions or concerns arise. Contact Legal Counsel, P.A., our board governance attorneys in Orlando, Florida today.
Legal Guidance for Homeowner’s Associations
If you live in a neighborhood with an HOA, there may come a time when you and the association disagree. There are legal guidelines in Orlando that outline and also restrict the authority of the HOA against the people who reside in the community. As a homeowner, you may be worried that the HOA has violated your rights, but you may not exactly be sure of what your rights are under Florida real estate law. If you’re currently in a dispute with the HOA, it can be a stressful experience. Our homeowner association lawyers at Legal Counsel, P.A. are committed to helping you understand and protect your rights under the full extent of homeowner association law in Orlando.
Our Orlando homeowner association attorney is well-versed in the details and understanding of homeowner association law. We’re prepared to help you if a homeowner association has overstepped their authority and we can give you valuable insight into what your legal rights are regarding the HOA agreement. Homeowners and the HOA both have rights and protections under Orlando law, and being aware of homeowner association law is in the best interests of the HOA as well as the resident.
There are a range of situations where homeowner associations will require legal guidance. Our Orlando homeowner association lawyers at Legal Counsel, P.A. offer legal guidance to boards, developers, and to homeowners in Orlando, Florida. Have questions? We have answers. Contact Legal Counsel, P.A. today at 407-982-4321.
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