David B. Savitt

Principal

Community Association Law
Illinois

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David Savitt concentrates his practice on the representation of condominium, homeowner (HOA), and townhome community associations.

Throughout his career, David has attained litigation experience in complex liability cases. He has managed litigation strategy by composing dispositive motions, motions to compel, and responsive pleadings. He also managed all stages of discovery during appearances at state and federal court mandated status hearings.

David graduated from the Chicago Kent College of Law in 2015. During law school, he served as a judicial extern for the Honorable Elizabeth Budzinski, Circuit Court of Cook County, in Chicago, IL. David then worked as a Legal Intern and Associate General Counsel for PRM Realty Group, LLC.

David has served as a law clerk for Rush University Medical Center. He has also volunteered at the Cabrini Green Legal Aid.

David was recognized in the 2024 edition of Illinois Super Lawyers magazine as an Illinois Rising Star. Inclusion in this listing is limited to less than 2.5% of lawyers under 40 years of age in the State of Illinois.

Education

J.D., Chicago-Kent College of Law, 2015, cum laude
B.S. (Science, Sports Marketing and Management), Indiana University Bloomington, 2012

Admissions

Illinois State Bar

Memberships

Illinois State Bar Association
CAI Illinois – Community Associations Institute

Podcasts

Impact of Technology in Community Associations
Aging in Place: 5 Considerations for Community Associations
Appealing to the Next Generation of Homeowners
Winter Checklist for Your Community Association
Creepy Community Chronicles: Basement Bedlam (Trouble Down Below)
Association ABC: Rules and Regulations
Association ABC: Budgets
Association ABC: Limited Common Areas and Elements
When No One Wants to Be a Board Member: Receivership in Community Associations
“UPDATE for Your Community Association” – KSN attorneys Kerry Bartell and David Savitt review community association updates including governing documents, maintenance responsibilities, voting, technology and more.
“Impact of Technology in Community Associations” – KSN attorney David Savitt discusses the impact of technology in a community association. David addresses recent legal updates involving electric vehicle charging, solar panels, security cameras, drones, and more. (20 mins.)
“Winter Checklist for Your Community Association” – KSN attorney David Savitt discusses winter maintenance including autumn preparation, snow removal, frozen pipes, board member responsibilities, and more.. Topics include upcoming 2025 legal updates to evictions, leases, notices, and more. (12 mins.)
“Budgets and Reserves” – KSN attorneys Kelly Elmore and David Savitt discuss budgets and reserves for condominium, homeowner (HOA), and townhome community associations. Topics include inflation challenges, expenses, capital improvements, special assessments, reserve studies, best practices, and more. (53 mins.)
“Appealing to the Next Generation of Condo and HOA Homeowners” – KSN attorney David Savitt discusses the newest generation of condominium, homeowner (HOA), and townhome community association home buyers. He discusses technological expectations, sustainability, virtual meetings, electronic voting, potential rule updates, and more. (7 mins.)
“Aging In Place: Considerations for HOA and Condo Associations” – KSN attorney David Savitt discusses the growing trend of aging in place and its impact on condominium, homeowner (HOA), and townhome community associations. Topics include immobility issues, accessibility concerns, ADA regulations, resident safety, caregivers, board member considerations, potential association rule updates, best practices, and more. (10 mins.)
“4 Ways Inflation Can Impact Your Community Association” – KSN Attorney David Savitt reviews four ways inflation can have an impact on your community association. He discusses assessments, budgets, reserve funds, short-term rentals, and more. (8 mins.)

“Crisis Communication In Community Associations” – KSN Attorney David Savitt discusses the best practices when creating or reviewing an existing crisis communication plan. He also reviews the most effective delivery forms when relaying critical information in an emergency. (7 mins.)

“Community Association Winter Maintenance” – KSN attorney David Savitt discusses what should be on your community association’s winter prep list including snow removal contracts, avoiding frozen pipes, and more. (12 mins.)

“Electric Car Charging Stations in Community Associations: 5 Things to Consider” – KSN attorney David Savitt discusses electric car charging stations in community associations. He reviews five factors including what to consider when reviewing a request to install an electric car charging station, costs, and more. (12 mins.)

“All The News You Need And More: Association Newsletters” – KSN attorney David Savitt discusses the use of newsletters within community associations. He reviews the role a board member has in creating content, reviewing contributions, setting standards, and more! (13 mins.)

“Coronavirus and Community Associations” – Attorney David Savitt discusses the coronavirus’ impact on community associations. He also reviews potential strategies to maintain association business. (8 mins.)

“Distinguishing Communities“ – Attorney David Savitt reflects on the four types of communities you can live in – Condominium, Common Interest, Cooperatives, and Master Associations. (10 mins.)

“To Tweet or Not to Tweet: Social Media in Associations” – Attorney David Savitt weighs the pros and cons of using social media for condominium, townhome, and homeowner association communication, and addresses the importance of an association communication policy. (13 mins.)

Publications

KSN Blog: New Illinois Law Sparks a Change to Condo Owners and Tenants: Impact of Electric Vehicle Charging on Community Associations
KSN Blog: Appealing to the Next Generation of Condo and HOA Unit Owners
KSN Blog: Aging in Place: 5 Considerations for Community Associations
KSN Blog: 4 Ways Inflation Can Impact Your Condo and HOA
KSN Blog: Community Associations and Crisis Communication: 6 Best Practices
KSN Blog: Community Association Newsletters: 12 Best Practices
KSN Blog: Electric Car Charging Stations in Community Associations: Five Things to Consider
KSN Blog: 5 Things That Must Be Addressed in Your Association’s Social Media Policy
KSN Blog: 6 Cons in Using Social Media for Association Communication
KSN Blog: 5 Pros in Using Social Media for Association Communication
KSN Blog: Distinguishing Communities: An Overview of Condominium Associations, Common Interest Community Associations, Master Associations, & Cooperatives
“Garage Sales in Community Associations” Condo Lifestyles (July 2024)
“Appealing to the Next Generation of Condo and HOA Unit Owners” Condo Lifestyles (October 2023)
“Aging in Place: 5 Considerations for Community Associations” Condo Lifestyles (July 2023)
“4 Ways Inflation Can Impact Your Community Association”, Buildings & Environments (September 2022)
“Community Association Newsletters: 12 Best Practices”, Condo Lifestyles (July 2021)
“Electric Car Charging Stations in Community Associations: Five Things to Consider”, Chicagoland Buildings & Environments (Spring 2020)

Speaking

“Social Media” – Presenter, KSN (April 28, 2021)
“Illinois Legal Updates” – Presenter, KSN (January 27, 2021)

Awards

Recognized in the 2024 edition of Illinois Super Lawyers magazine as an Illinois Rising Star. Inclusion in this listing is limited to less than 2.5% of lawyers under 40 years of age in the State of Illinois.

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