Representing Condo Owners, Associations And Cooperatives
Homeowners need to know exactly what they are getting into by purchasing a condo or a co-op before signing anything, and association boards often need legal counsel regarding interpretation and amendment of bylaws and governing documents.
At Max L. Lieberman & Associates, P.C., in Blue Bell, our attorneys provide a variety of legal services to homeowners, associations and cooperatives, sometimes referred to as planned communities or covenant communities. Our attorneys have extensive experience, spanning over 70 combined years, handling real estate matters involving residential, commercial and industrial properties throughout southeastern Pennsylvania.
Legal Services For Homeowners
We offer counsel and representation in the following important areas:
- Purchases and sales
- Contract and deed review
- Reviewing titles and title insurance policies
- Reviewing association/cooperative bylaws and assisting in necessary negotiations
- Dispute resolution and litigation representation involving another resident, the association board or the developer
- Property tax assessment appeals
- Insurance coverage claims
The complexities of HOA bylaws, covenants and all other facets of real estate law are all intertwined to yield even more complex issues and transactions for condo and cooperative homeowners. Close review of all legal documentation and proactive advocacy from a knowledgeable and assertive real estate lawyer will pay you dividends should a conflict or disagreement arise at any point.
Legal Services For Boards
Our customized legal counsel and representation includes:
- Interpretation and amendment of bylaws and governing documents to suit the needs and objectives of the community
- Enforcement of community bylaws
- Collection of delinquent assessments
- Rent receivership
- Education to board members regarding fiduciary responsibilities
- Developer to board control transition guidance
- Board governance guidance
- Drafting and negotiation of service contracts
- Construction defect litigation
- Insurance coverage claims
- Property tax appeals
- Fair housing compliance counsel
- Land use and zoning issues
We create efficiencies, mitigate legal and financial risks, and help our clients proceed cost-effectively through many legal processes that demand professional legal counsel and representation. Our team is available for counsel at a moment's notice, and we are happy to proactively manage the short- and long-term legal needs of your board.
Please Contact Us About Specific Condo, Cooperative And HOA Issues
Call our firm in Blue Bell at 610-397-1820, or please contact us through our secure online form to speak with one of our attorneys and schedule a meeting. Our team is versatile, flexible and responsive to your needs, and we look forward to speaking with you.