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The most common complaint that clients have of their attorneys is that the attorney is unreachable, does not communicate with them regularly, or does not promptly return your calls. Your attorney should reach out to you about your case regularly and respond within 24 hours to calls and e-mails. An open line of communication between you and your attorney is essential to building trust.
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As a member of a homeowners' association, it's crucial to keep your governing documents up to date. HOA lawyers play a vital role in reviewing and updating your HOA’s articles of incorporation, covenants, and declarations. This not only ensures compliance with current laws but also addresses the evolving needs of owners and technological changes. Regular updates can prevent costly litigation and simplify the management of your common interest community.
Upholding the regulations of your homeowners' association is essential for maintaining community order, aesthetic value, and property value, as well as safeguarding the health and welfare of property owners. However, enforcing covenants and declarations can be a complex and time-consuming task. Homeowners' association lawyers are there to help you navigate these challenges effectively. They ensure that the enforcement process is carried out fairly and legally, which is crucial for the well-being of the entire community.
For HOAs and common interest community associations, collecting assessments is fundamental for providing essential services and maintaining operations. When an owner fails to pay their dues, it unfairly burdens other members. This is where HOA lawyers come in. They assist in the collection of unpaid assessments, which is critical for the financial health of your association. By ensuring efficient and lawful collection processes, HOA lawyers help maintain the financial stability and operational effectiveness of your community.
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In this article, our Chicago Homeowners Association attorneys explain the documents that govern Condominium Associations and discuss common disputes between condo boards and condo owners. We also discuss what happens condominium associations discriminate against unit owners.and explain the voting process for Homeowners Association members. Knowing and understanding the laws surrounding HOAs and the rights you have is important so that your rights are protected.
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In this article, our Downers Grove HOA attorneys explain the process of hiring an attorney to review a contract for the sale or purchase of a home or condo. When you sell or purchase a home, your realtor will usually present you with a widely used form contract. The realtor will have the ability to customize that form to fit your needs. The contract will typically provide that each party's attorney will have 5 business days to (1) approve the contract, (2) reject the contract, or (3) negotiate modifications to the contract.
During this 5 day period, the contract is contingent upon attorney approval. If your attorney fails to reject or seek to modify the contract within the 5 day period, the contract will automatically be binding upon you after the 5 day period expires.
Our Chicago HOA lawyers understand that the coronavirus pandemic and its economic effects could have a massive impact on local HOAs. In this article, we explore how the current economy is similar and different to the 2008 recession, and how to plan for a potential future economic downturn.