Introduction In most legal scenarios, the reason an attorney is sought out and eventually hired by a client is to assist that client with a specific legal need. For example, a person charged in a criminal action hires counsel (or has counsel appointed by the State) to defend him or […]
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Condominium Boards and Ethics: The Top 5 Reasons Your Association Needs a Code of Conduct
05.26.2016
All members of a condominium association board have legal duties. These duties include a fiduciary duty of care and a duty of loyalty to act in the association’s best interests. But, many board members are not aware that these duties exist. Or, if they are aware that these duties exist, […]
Areas of Focus:
Condo, Co-Op & HOA
Q: I live in a condo. We are having some issues with residents that are moving into the building and requesting a companion dog. They always say they can a letter from their doctor. Please advise, your help is greatly appreciated. A: The Federal Fair Housing Amendments Act (FHAA) requires […]
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Condo, Co-Op & HOA
Were you promised “breathtaking,” “unparalleled waterfront views” or an “unbelievable panoramic range” of views of the Hudson River and Manhattan skyline from your condominium unit, only to have your view obstructed by a neighboring building constructed after your purchase? Depending on the circumstances surrounding the sale and marketing of your condominium, […]
Areas of Focus:
Condo, Co-Op & HOA
NEW YORK CITY – March 10, 2016 – Becker & Poliakoff, a multi-state commercial law firm, announced today that James J. Mahon, co-founder and managing partner of Lawler Mahon & Rooney, has merged his practice into Becker’s New York office. Joining Mahon will be Oliver Edwards VI; Stephen J. Fraher; Albert […]
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Corporate
