HOA & Condo Association

At St. Johns Law Group, our team of over 10 experienced attorneys includes seasoned HOA and condo association lawyers. We provide comprehensive legal counsel for homeowners’ associations, condominium boards, and commercial associations—from initial formation and document drafting to day-to-day legal advice, enforcement, and litigation.

We serve residential and commercial associations across Florida, including new developments, established communities, and transitioning associations.

🏘️ Comprehensive Legal Counsel for Associations

We represent:

• Homeowners’ Associations (Fla. Stat. § 720)

• Condominium Associations (Fla. Stat. § 718)

• Commercial Associations – Retail centers, office condos, and industrial developments

Our attorneys serve as general counsel for numerous associations of all sizes—from small subdivisions to 600+ unit communities.

We also collaborate closely with property management companies, providing timely legal support and proactive guidance.

✍️ Covenants, Restrictions, and Community Documents

Our team has drafted, amended, or revitalized hundreds of HOA and condo governing documents, including:

• Declarations of Covenants & Restrictions

• Bylaws & Amendments

• Architectural Review Guidelines

• Rules & Regulations

• Restatements & Revitalizations

We’ve represented developers in forming over 100 HOA communities and have secured approval for more than 100 Planned Unit Developments (PUDs)—giving us deep insight into zoning, land development, and the foundation of community governance.

🛠️ Operational and Day-to-Day Association Representation

As general counsel to dozens of associations, our services include:

• Board Meeting Guidance & Compliance

• Vendor Contracts & Performance Disputes

• ARB/ARC Oversight & Support

• Election Procedures & Voting Compliance

• Records Requests & Document Disclosure

• Common Area Use, Maintenance & Disputes

• Drafting Legal Notices & Demand Letters

• Liens, Assessments & Collection Actions

We offer practical, responsive advice tailored to your board’s needs and budget—helping you govern effectively while minimizing legal risk.

⚖️ Disputes, Enforcement & Litigation

With more than 20 years of litigation experience in HOA matters, we’ve represented both associations and homeowners in disputes involving:

• Covenant & Rule Violations

• Selective Enforcement Claims

• Assessment Collection & Foreclosures

• Neighbor & Nuisance Disputes

• Architectural Review Challenges

• Declaratory Actions & Injunctions

We aim to avoid prolonged litigation by reaching early resolutions through negotiation, mediation, or summary judgment—saving your community time and legal expense. When trial is necessary, we have a proven record of courtroom success.

🏗️ Land Use, Stormwater, and Replatting Guidance

HOAs often face complex issues tied to infrastructure, drainage, or plat revisions. Our attorneys bring deep experience in:

• Stormwater system maintenance & repairs

• Plat amendments & replatting

• Zoning modifications & variance requests

• PUD adjustments & concurrency issues

We offer rare insight from both legal and zoning perspectives, giving you efficient solutions for regulatory challenges.  Visit our Land Development and Zoning Website.

🧾 Legal Help for Individual Homeowners

We routinely assist homeowners with:

• ARB/ARC Applications & Appeals

• Design Variance Requests

• Hardship Justifications & Denials

• Review of Association Rules & Rights

• Enforcement Defense & Dispute Resolution

We respect the importance of homeownership and fair treatment. Whether you need help drafting a justification or responding to an enforcement letter, we can help.

💬 We Understand the Needs of the Board

We recognize that HOA and condo boards must:

• Maintain transparency with residents

• Operate within budget

• Act as a unified decision-making body

Our goal is to serve at the pleasure of the board, offering not just legal guidance—but also cost forecasting, strategic insight, and prompt communication.

We help boards understand their rights, obligations, and risks—ensuring compliance without compromising community harmony.

📈 HOA and Condo Budgeting Support

Legal planning should include budget foresight. We assist with:

• Setting clear expectations for legal fees

• Planning enforcement strategies within budget

• Preventing future disputes through proper documentation

Our aim is predictable, transparent billing and measurable value.

📍 Areas We Serve

We represent associations across Northeast Florida, including:

• St. Augustine & St. Augustine Beach

• Flagler Beach & Palm Coast

• Ponte Vedra, Nocatee & Silverleaf

• St. Johns County, Palm Coast & Flagler

• Palatka & Putnam County

• Green Cove Springs & Clay County

• Jacksonville, Duval & the Beaches

• Fernandina Beach & Nassau County

🤝 Partner With St. Augustine’s Trusted HOA Law Firm

Whether you’re forming a new community, updating your governing documents, or managing daily operations and disputes, our HOA & Condo Association Attorneys at St. Johns Law Group are ready to assist.

Call us today to schedule a consultation or board presentation.