Co-op Litigation Matters – $5,000 Retainer
Do you need a co-op litigation attorney? Our coop litigation attorneys represent shareholders, purchasers, sellers, investors, and others in disputes involving co-op boards, proprietary leases, board approvals, shareholder rights, sublet issues, and board misconduct. We typically require an initial retainer of $5,000 to get started.
Co-op disputes often involve proprietary leases, purchase application denials, maintenance issues, common charges, conflicts of interest, and board decision-making. Our co-op litigation attorneys handle a wide range of litigation matters involving cooperative housing disputes.
Speak With a Co-op Litigation Attorney Today
If you are involved in a dispute with a co-op board or related cooperative housing matter, Contact Us today to schedule a Free Consultation.
Call (800) 517-5240, to speak with our attorneys.
Representation in New York and New Jersey
Our attorneys represent clients in co-op litigation matters in both New York and New Jersey.
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Our Co-op Litigation Services
Proprietary Lease Disputes
Our co-op litigation attorneys represent shareholders in disputes involving proprietary leases, lease violations, and related shareholder rights issues.
Board Decisions & Application Denials
Our attorneys handle disputes involving co-op board decisions, denied purchase applications, denied sublet requests, and improper board conduct.
Maintenance, Charges & Shareholder Rights
We represent clients in disputes involving maintenance charges, board misconduct, conflicts of interest, harassment, and interference with shareholder rights.
Common Co-op Litigation Issues
Some common co-op disputes that our attorneys handle include:
- Conflicts of interest of a co-op board
- Violation of bylaws or governing documents
- Maintenance and common charge disputes
- Foreclosure for unpaid maintenance or common charges
- Harassment by a co-op board
- Improper or excessive fines
- Failure to act by a co-op board
- Selective enforcement of rules and regulations
- Access to financial records and association documents
- Denial of co-op purchase applications
- Proprietary lease disputes
- Sublet disputes
- Alteration agreement disputes
- Any other co-op dispute
What Can I Sue a Co-op Board For?
Please note that the causes of action below are examples only. By listing them, our attorneys are not saying that you definitely have a case. Each matter must be evaluated based on its facts, governing documents, and applicable law.
- Breach of proprietary lease: You may be able to sue for violations of the proprietary lease.
- Breach of bylaws or house rules: You may be able to sue if the co-op board violates governing documents.
- Discrimination: You may have a claim if you are treated differently based on a protected characteristic.
- Harassment: You may have a claim if the co-op board engages in abusive, threatening, or intimidating conduct.
- Breach of fiduciary duty: You may be able to sue if the co-op board fails to act in the best interests of the cooperative corporation.
- Negligence: You may have a claim if dangerous conditions are ignored or required maintenance is not performed.
- Defamation: You may be able to sue for false statements that harm your reputation.
- Infringement of property rights: You may have a claim if the board interferes with your lawful use and enjoyment of your unit.
- Unauthorized assessments or fees: You may be able to challenge charges not authorized by governing documents or law.
- Failure to maintain common areas: You may have a claim if building systems or common areas are not properly maintained.
- Breach of quiet enjoyment: You may be able to sue for unreasonable interference with the use and enjoyment of your unit.
- Invasion of privacy: You may have a claim for improper access to your unit or other intrusive conduct.
- Selective enforcement: You may be able to sue if rules are enforced unfairly against you while others are treated differently.
- Mismanagement of funds: You may have a claim if cooperative funds are mishandled or misused.
- Other causes of action: Additional claims may exist depending on the facts of your case.
Our $5,000 Retainer for Co-op Litigation Matters
Our firm typically requires an initial retainer of $5,000 for co-op litigation matters. This retainer allows our attorneys to begin reviewing proprietary leases and governing documents, evaluating claims and defenses, communicating with the co-op board or its counsel, and developing a legal strategy.
The total legal fee depends on the complexity of the matter, whether litigation is already pending, the number of parties involved, and the amount of work required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a co-op board reject my application?
Yes, but whether that decision can be challenged depends on the facts, the governing documents, and the applicable law.
Can I sue a co-op board for breach of the proprietary lease?
Possibly. Claims involving proprietary leases depend on the language of the lease, the underlying facts, and the applicable law.
Can a co-op foreclose for unpaid maintenance?
Yes, under some circumstances, legal remedies may be pursued for unpaid maintenance or related charges.
Can a co-op board member be personally liable?
In some cases, yes. Board members may face personal liability for fraud, bad faith, self-dealing, discrimination, or other wrongful conduct.
Get Started Today
If you are dealing with proprietary lease disputes, board misconduct, denied applications, harassment, or shareholder rights issues, Contact Us today for a Free Consultation.
Call (800) 517-5240, to speak with our attorneys.