HOA, Condo & Co-op Disputes – $5,000 Retainer
Disputes with a homeowners association, condominium board, or co-op board can quickly become complex, stressful, and expensive. Whether you are a homeowner, unit owner, shareholder, purchaser, seller, board member, or investor, it is important to understand your rights and act quickly to protect your property and financial interests.
Our HOA, Co-Op and Condo Attorneys represent clients in a wide range of real estate disputes involving co-ops, condos, and homeowners associations. We assist with disputes involving bylaws, common charges, maintenance obligations, fines, governance, harassment, failure to act, and other board-related misconduct.
Speak With an HOA, Condo & Co-op Dispute Attorney Today
If you are involved in a dispute with a co-op board, condo board, or homeowners association, Contact Us today to schedule a Free Consultation and discuss your legal options.
Call (800) 517-5240, to speak with our attorneys.
Representation in New York and New Jersey
We represent clients throughout New York and New Jersey in HOA, condominium, and cooperative housing disputes.
Our HOA, Condo & Co-op Dispute Services
Co-op Disputes
Our co-op dispute attorneys represent co-op shareholders and others in disputes involving proprietary leases, board conduct, maintenance disputes, denied applications, and shareholder rights.
Condominium Disputes
Our condo dispute attorneys represent unit owners and others in disputes involving common charges, bylaws, repairs, governance, elections, and board misconduct.
HOA Disputes
Our HOA dispute attorneys represent homeowners and others in disputes involving fines, fees, assessments, rules enforcement, access to records, failure to act, and abuse of board authority.
Focused HOA, Condo & Co-op Litigation Services
In addition to handling general HOA, condo, and co-op disputes, our attorneys provide focused litigation representation depending on the type of property and governing structure involved.
- HOA Litigation Attorney – Representation for disputes involving fines, assessments, enforcement actions, and board misconduct.
- Condo Litigation Attorney – Representation for disputes involving common charges, bylaws, repairs, and condominium governance.
- Co-op Litigation Attorney – Representation for disputes involving proprietary leases, board decisions, application denials, and shareholder rights.
Common Condo, Co-op & HOA Disputes
Some common issues that we assist with include:
- Conflicts of interest of a co-op board, condo board, or homeowners association
- Violation of bylaws or governing documents
- Maintenance and common charge disputes
- Foreclosure for unpaid maintenance or common charges
- Harassment by a co-op board, condo board, or homeowners association
- Improper or excessive fines by a co-op board, condo board, or homeowners association
- Failure to act by a co-op board, condo board, or homeowners association
- Selective enforcement of rules and regulations
- Election and governance disputes
- Access to financial records and association documents
- Any other co-op, condo, or homeowners association dispute
What Can I Sue My Co-op, Condo or HOA For?
Please note that the causes of action below are examples only. Listing them does not mean that you have a valid claim. Every matter must be evaluated based on the specific facts, governing documents, and applicable law.
- Breach of bylaws or house rules: When the association violates its own governing documents.
- Breach of proprietary lease: In co-op matters, violations of the proprietary lease may give rise to claims.
- Discrimination: Unequal treatment based on protected characteristics such as race, religion, sex, or disability.
- Harassment: Bullying, intimidation, threats, or abusive conduct by a board or association.
- Breach of fiduciary duty: When a board fails to act in the best interests of the association or engages in self-dealing.
- Negligence: Failure to maintain property or protect residents from dangerous conditions.
- Defamation: False statements that harm your reputation.
- Infringement of property rights: Interference with your lawful use and enjoyment of your property.
- Unauthorized assessments or fees: Charges not permitted by governing documents or law.
- Failure to maintain common areas: Neglect of shared spaces or building systems.
- Breach of quiet enjoyment: Interference with your ability to peacefully use your property.
- Invasion of privacy: Improper access to your unit or personal space.
- Selective enforcement: Unequal enforcement of rules against certain residents.
- Mismanagement of funds: Improper handling or misuse of association funds.
- Other causes of action: Additional claims may exist depending on the situation.
$5,000 Retainer for HOA, Condo & Co-op Disputes
Levin Law Group typically requires an initial retainer of $5,000 for HOA, condominium, and co-op dispute matters. This retainer allows our attorneys to begin working on your case promptly and efficiently.
The initial retainer is applied toward legal services such as reviewing governing documents, analyzing your claims and defenses, communicating with the board or association, negotiating a resolution, and, where appropriate, preparing for or initiating litigation.
Every dispute is different. The total legal fees will depend on the complexity of the matter, the number of parties involved and how aggressively the dispute is contested. Some matters can be resolved efficiently, while others may require more extensive litigation.
During your consultation, our attorneys will evaluate your situation, explain your legal options, and discuss the anticipated scope of work so you have a clear understanding of how your case may proceed.
Our goal is to provide strategic, efficient representation while keeping you informed at every stage of the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a lawyer for an HOA, condo, or co-op dispute?
If the dispute affects your property rights, finances, or living conditions, speaking with a lawyer can help you understand your options and protect your interests.
Can I sue my HOA for harassment?
Possibly. Whether you have a valid claim depends on the facts, the available evidence, and the applicable law.
Can a co-op foreclose for unpaid maintenance?
Yes, under certain circumstances, co-ops and condominiums may pursue legal remedies relating to unpaid maintenance or common charges.
Can I challenge fines or assessments?
Yes. Improper, excessive, or unauthorized fines and assessments may be challenged depending on the governing documents and applicable law.
What if the board refuses to act?
A board’s failure to act can sometimes create legal claims, particularly where it results in financial harm, unsafe conditions, or violations of governing documents.
Can a co-op, condo, or HOA board member be personally liable?
In some cases, yes. Board members are often protected when acting in good faith within their authority, but they may face personal liability for fraud, self-dealing, discrimination, bad faith, or other wrongful conduct.
Get Started Today
If you are dealing with board misconduct, improper fines, common charge disputes, harassment, or failure to act, Contact Us today for a Free Consultation.
Call (800) 517-5240, to get started.