SERVICES

While most associations are well run and reasonable, there are occasional exceptions. If you are an owner in an exception, Morris DeVoe can help you. The lawyers at Morris DeVoe have aggressively fought for owners’ rights and have recovered six-digit attorney fee awards for owners. The lawyers at Morris DeVoe can advise you about your rights and explain the governing documents. On your behalf, they can work with your association from a position of experience and knowledge. The lawyers at Morris DeVoe are committed to resolving disputes as quickly and inexpensively as possible. But, if a lawsuit is ultimately necessary or your association files a lawsuit against you, you don’t want anyone on your side other than the lawyers at Morris DeVoe.

Specific services provided:

• Answering the questions that you need answered to understand your rights and obligations
• Interpretation and explanation of the governing documents (declaration, bylaws, rules)
• Fine defense
• Improper governing document enforcement defense
• Assistance in removing community leaders
• Advice regarding elections of community leaders
• Governing document compliance audits
• Collection and foreclosure defense
• Challenging defective amendments to the governing documents
• FDCPA analysis and claim prosecution
• Reviewing and challenging rules and enforcement procedures
• Forcing disclosure of financial records and association documents
• Defense and prosecution of lawsuits
• Advising owners on design, architectural, and construction guidelines
• Representation in mediation or arbitration
• Fair Housing Act analysis and claim prosecution