Hillary N. Mesa — HOA & Condo Association Attorney in St. Augustine
At St. Johns Law Group, Hillary N. Mesa focuses her practice on homeowners’ associations (HOAs), condominium associations, and community association law throughout St. Augustine, St. Johns County, and Northeast Florida. Hillary represents boards, management companies, and individual owners in a wide range of matters that arise in community living and property law.
As one of the leading HOA attorneys in St. Augustine, Hillary provides dedicated and responsive® legal counsel for associations ranging in size from small neighborhoods of 10 homes to large master-planned communities of 600+ properties. Her goal is to help associations operate smoothly, avoid disputes, and resolve conflicts efficiently when they arise.
Legal Services for HOAs & Condo Associations
Hillary’s practice includes general counsel services and litigation support for community associations, including:
Covenant enforcement – enforcing deed restrictions, bylaws, and governing documents.
Assessment collection – addressing unpaid dues and lien enforcement.
Drafting & amending governing documents – bylaws, declarations, and rules.
Board guidance – advising directors and officers on fiduciary duties.
Developer turnover issues – transition from developer to homeowner-controlled boards.
Litigation & dispute resolution – representing associations in lawsuits, arbitration, and mediation.
Insurance claims – including property damage and casualty loss recovery.
Broader Civil & Real Estate Litigation Practice
In addition to HOA and condo law, Hillary represents clients in complex real estate and civil litigation, including:
Insurance disputes
Her background in both transactional real estate law and litigation allows her to see disputes from every angle—often saving clients time, money, and unnecessary conflict.
Education & Credentials
University of Florida, Levin College of Law, J.D.
- Graduated Cum Laude
- Book Awards: Legal Research and Child, Parent, and State
- Dean’s List Recipient
- UF Law Ambassador
University of Florida, Bachelor of Science, B.S.
- Graduated Cum Laude
- Dean’s List recipient
Hillary is admitted to practice:
The Florida Bar
U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida
Leadership & Community Roles
Adjunct Instructor, Flagler College – teaching law and guiding future professionals.
Member, Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association
Member, Jacksonville Bankruptcy Bar Association
General Counsel to Palm Coast Plantation HOA and Island Estates Neighborhood Association
Her leadership within these organizations reflects her commitment to empowering communities and ensuring fair, transparent association governance.
Notable Case Experience
Hillary has successfully represented clients in high-stakes HOA and real estate litigation:
- Successfully obtained Summary Final Judgment in Significant Litigation Cases
- Successfully defended Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP)
- Successfully defended Appeal of Final Judgment in Breach of Contract Action. Patel v. Sparrow, 2021 Fla. App. LEXIS 13578, 325 So. 3d 865, 2021 WL 4535653 (Fla. 5th DCA 2021)
- Successfully defended Appeal of Final Judgment. Cooper v. Cooper, 318 So. 3d 1291, 2021 Fla. App. LEXIS 9487, 46 Fla. L. Weekly D 1506 (Fla. 5th DCA 2021)
These results demonstrate her ability to protect associations and property owners alike, while navigating the complexities of Florida’s community association statutes and case law.
Why Choose Hillary N. Mesa?
As part of St. Augustine’s largest law firm, Hillary works alongside a team of 12 attorneys with over 265 years of combined experience. This means every HOA and condo client benefits from the collective knowledge of lawyers in real estate, construction, litigation, and probate law.
St. Johns Law Group strives to be Dedicated and Responsive®, giving associations and property owners the confidence that their legal needs will be handled promptly and effectively.
Service Areas
Hillary represents HOAs, condo boards, and property owners in:
St. Augustine
St. Augustine Beach
Ponte Vedra & Nocatee
Palm Coast & Flagler County
Jacksonville & Duval County
Clay & Putnam Counties
Nassau County
Contact Hillary Mesa Today
If your HOA or condo association is facing legal challenges—or if you are a board member seeking ongoing general counsel services—contact Hillary N. Mesa at St. Johns Law Group today.
📞 Call (904) 495-0400 | ✉️ hmesa@sjlawgroup.com
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