Association Alert – Community Association Law Blog

Preserving the Attorney-Client Privilege

As a member of a community association board, it is important for you to preserve the association’s attorney-client privilege. The attorney-client privilege generally prevents the ...
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An Audit of the Association’s Financial Records is Always Wise

When it comes to year-end financial obligations of associations, most boards are aware of general requirements, such as providing financial statements to the owners, finalizing ...
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Association Operations

The general operations practice encompasses the broadest spectrum of work the firm handles. The operations practice includes every aspect of running a community association. A ...
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A Board Abstention is Generally a YES Vote

When a board member is present at a meeting and abstains from a board vote it is usually a “Yes” vote.  Board members often deal ...
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Condominium Notice of Commencement

For condominium associations, mechanic’s liens can be tricky.  A mechanic’s lien is a security interest that attaches to property to secure payment for the value ...
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Election Results in a Tie – Now What?

One of the most important parts of the agenda at an association’s annual meeting is the election of board members.  Most association’s Bylaws provide an ...
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Clubhouse Renovations and ADA Requirements

We recently received a question from a board regarding the renovation of their clubhouse.  The planned renovation included the removal of a bathroom.  The board ...
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