Legal Support for Self-Managed HOA and Condo Association Boards
Self-managed condominium, homeowner (HOA), and townhome community association board members take on a wide range of responsibilities - often without the support of a professional management company. From maintenance and budgeting to administrative tasks and rules enforcement, these volunteer leaders play a vital role in keeping their communities running smoothly.
At KSN, we understand the unique challenges self-managed community associations face. That’s why we offer tailored legal solutions designed to support and empower self-managed boards. Our goal is to help you stay compliant, reduce risk, and focus on what matters most — your community. Our dedicated Self-Managed Association Resource Team (SMART) delivers comprehensive legal services to help your board operate effectively and confidently.
Our Self-Managed Community Association Legal Services Include:
- General Legal Guidance - We provide comprehensive legal counsel to community associations on a wide range of issues, ensuring the association remains compliant with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Governing Document Interpretation and Updates - KSN attorneys can assists in drafting, interpreting, amending, and restating governing documents (ex. declaration, bylaws) to ensure clarity, enforceability, and alignment with legal standards.
- Covenant and Rule Enforcement - KSN can draft, revise, and enforce community rules and regulations by addressing violations related to architectural guidelines, rental restrictions, parking, noise levels, smoking, and other common policies.
- Annual Report Filing and Registered Agent Services - We manage the timely filing of annual reports and provides registered agent services to ensure the community association remains in good standing with the state.
- Homeowner Violation Enforcement - Our law firm can address violations of the association’s governing documents by unit owners, ensuring compliance through proper legal procedures and communication.
- Contract Review - We review, negotiate, and advise on contracts while resolving any disputes that arise during their execution or term.
- Owner Dispute Resolution - Our attorneys can facilitate the resolution of disputes between homeowners, promoting constructive outcomes while minimizing legal escalation.
- Meeting Support - We provide legal support and procedural guidance for conducting association meetings in accordance with applicable laws and community requirements.
- Assessment Collections - KSN can oversee the collection of delinquent community association assessments and dues, utilizing legal avenues when necessary to maintain the association’s financial health.
- Fair Housing Act Compliance - Our attorneys advise on matters involving the Fair Housing Act, helping associations navigate and comply with anti-discrimination laws.
- Litigation Services - KSN's dedicated litigation department handles a broad spectrum of legal disputes affecting the association including breach of contract, building code violations, construction defects, insurance defense, and more.
- Lien Foreclosures - Our law firm Initiate and manages lien foreclosure proceedings when assessments remain unpaid, protecting the association’s financial position.
- Zoning and Land Use Appeals - KSN represents the association in zoning and land use appeals, working to resolve disputes and protect the community’s development interests.
- Construction Defect Representation - Our law firm represents associations in construction defect cases, including those involving claims against developers or contractors
- Developer Transition and Disputes - KSN supports community associations during the transition from developer to homeowner control, addressing legal issues that may arise during the turnover process.
- Community Association Property Tax Appeals - KSN's dedicated property tax appeal department manages appeals of property tax assessments to ensure equitable valuation of common property and reduce undue financial burdens.
- Board and Management Education - KSN provides educational resources for community associations including articles, podcasts, videos, and events.
Simplify Unit Sales and Refinancing with Our Closing and Refinancing Service (CARS)
When a unit owner is selling or refinancing, third parties (ex. attorneys, lenders, real estate agents) often request important documents on short notice — based on their timelines, not the volunteer board’s. These requests can be time-consuming, complex, and may require legal review by the association’s attorney.
That’s where KSN's Closing and Refinancing Service (CARS) comes in. At no cost to your association, our law firm takes on the responsibility of managing these document requests and facilitating the transaction. This gives your board members peace of mind by ensuring everything is handled promptly, accurately, and with legal oversight.
Documents our firm can manage through CARS include:
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Lender questionnaires
- Paid assessment letters
- Association governing documents (ex. declaration, bylaws, rules and regulations)
- Association financial documents (ex. budgets, unit ledgers)
- Association miscellaneous documents (ex. meeting minutes, insurance policy)
Community Association Retainer Programs
A retainer is a valuable resource for condominium, homeowner (HOA), and townhome community associations aiming to ensure consistent and cost-effective access to legal expertise. This proactive approach can foster a stable and responsive legal partnership that assists board members in managing budgets predictably, enhancing the association's ability to navigate complex issues efficiently.
Click here for more information about KSN's community association retainer program.
Our commitment to delivering personalized and effective legal solutions has made us a trusted partner for self-managed community associations since 1983. Contact us today to learn how our legal expertise can benefit your community. Questions about our community association legal services?
Contact us by sending us a message or calling us at 1-855-537-0500.
