HOA and Condo Association Lawyers

At our St. Augustine Real Estate Law Group, we represent homeowners’ associations (HOAs), condominium associations, and property management companies throughout St. Johns County and Northeast Florida. With deep experience in Florida community association law, we help boards navigate governance, collections, compliance, disputes, and more.

We have over 10 attorneys and we routinely advise on matters related to covenant interpretation, enforcement, architectural review, and assessment collection.

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From formation of and association to day-to-day operations, our HOA and Condo Association Lawyers can draft covenants and restrictions, amendments, as well as restated covenants and restrictions.

• Florida Condominium Act
• Florida Homeowner’s Association Act
• More Information on Representation of Associations

For Real Estate Developers, our HOA and Condo Association Lawyers Can:

• draft the initial documents
• form the association
• draft covenants, conditions and restrictions
• work with the architect to formulate a written design review code
• approval of subdivisions, condominiums
• condominium documents
• commercial and warehouse associations and condos

Douglas Burnett and James Whitehouse have obtained approvals for more than 100 Planned Unit Developments (PUD’s).  During decades of representing developers obtaining zoning and land use approvals, our HOA and Condo Association Lawyers and Attorneys have formed many subdivisions and condominiums, include commercial town centers. 

Our representation has included national homebuilders, commercial developers and condominium builders.  This experience has given our lawyers unique insight into the intent of governing documents and understanding of the pitfalls to avoid.    

⚖️ Legal Services for Florida HOAs & Condominium Associations

Our firm represents both established and newly formed associations in:

• Drafting & amending governing documents
• Covenant and bylaw enforcement
• Board meeting procedures and compliance
• Dispute resolution with homeowners
• Assessment collection and lien enforcement
• Contract review and vendor disputes
• Fair Housing Act & ADA compliance
• Turnover and developer transition

We offer ongoing general counsel services or project-specific legal support based on your association’s needs.

🧾 Governing Documents: Drafting, Amendments & Enforcement

We help your board ensure that your Declarations, Bylaws, Articles of Incorporation, and Rules & Regulations are legally compliant and enforceable under Florida Statutes Chapters 718 and 720.

We assist with:

• Amending outdated provisions

• Legal interpretation of restrictions

• Enforcing covenants with proper notice and procedure

• Defending enforcement actions when challenged

💼 Assessment Collections & Lien Enforcement

When homeowners fall behind on assessments, our attorneys provide cost-effective, legally compliant collection services, including:

• Collection letters & notices

• Recording liens under Florida law

• Foreclosure actions when necessary

• Negotiating settlements or payment plans

⚠️ Legal Guidance for Board Compliance

Your board has a legal duty to act in the best interests of the community. We help avoid common legal pitfalls by ensuring board actions comply with:

• Open meeting requirements

• Proper voting and quorum procedures

• Director fiduciary duties

• Recordkeeping and document disclosure laws

🤝 HOA Dispute Resolution

Disputes between boards and members, or between neighbors, can escalate quickly. Our attorneys help resolve conflicts through:

• Mediation and arbitration

• Informal negotiation

• Litigation support when necessary

We aim to resolve issues efficiently, helping the board maintain community harmony and avoid costly lawsuits.

🏢 Serving Associations Across St. Johns County

We proudly represent HOA and condo boards in:

• St. Augustine

• Ponte Vedra

• Nocatee

• Vilano Beach

• Palm Valley

• Hastings

• Elkton and surrounding areas

Whether your association is large or small, we offer practical legal solutions tailored to your community.

📞 Contact an HOA and Condo Attorney in St. Augustine

Need legal counsel for your community association? Turn to a trusted local law firm with experience in Florida association law.

👉 Call St. Augustine Real Estate Law Group at (904) 495-0400
👉 Or schedule a consultation online

🔗 Related Legal Services

• Real Estate Litigation

• Land Use and Zoning

• Construction Law

• Civil Litigation

Attorney Hillary Mesa is the backbone of our community association practice, representing significant area HOA’s including Palm Coast Planation and Island Estates.  Attorney Ann Miles focuses on covenant drafting and revisions to HOA governing documents.   

Today, our HOA and Condo Association Lawyers represent numerous community associations ranging from small 10 unit projects to large subdivisions of over 600 homes.