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Community Update – March 2021

03.29.2021
Joseph E. AdamsDonna DiMaggio BergerKathleen “Katie” O. Berkey, AICPRosa M. de la CamaraMark D. FriedmanYeline GoinElizabeth A. Lanham-PatrieK. Joy MattinglyJay RobertsRobyn M. Severs

Paperwork isn’t the most glamorous part of being a community association member, but this edition of Becker’s Community Update outlines why ignoring administrative tasks would be a big mistake. From governing documents and electoral procedures to zoning and entitlement status, having your details safely squared away sets you and your […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA

BECKER UPDATE: 2021 Florida Legislative Session, Week #4

03.29.2021
Ellyn Setnor BogdanoffBernie FriedmanJosé K. FuentesYolanda Cash JacksonNicholas G. MatthewsLaToya Sheals

HEADLINES Budget. This week, the House and Senate released their respective budget proposals for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. Both houses of the legislature prioritized resiliency, flood mitigation, and sea level rise-focused projects this year. The House set aside $29.1M for water projects; the Senate set aside $37.5M. Additionally, the House’s […]

Areas of Focus: Government Law & Lobbying, Florida Legislative Lobbying

SPOTLIGHT: Elizabeth Lanham-Patrie, Community Association Law

03.29.2021
Elizabeth A. Lanham-Patrie

In celebration of Women’s History Month, Becker showcases the inspiration, philosophies, and expertise of the women attorneys and lobbyists who help elevate our firm and client service. Elizabeth “Beth” Lanham-Patrie provides a variety of legal services to community, condominium, homeowner, and cooperative associations. She is well-versed in resolving disputes between […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association

“Condominium Unit Combination Raises Concerns” – News-Press

03.29.2021
Joseph E. Adams

Q: The board of directors for my condominium association recently approved allowing an owner to remove the wall separating two adjacent units and to reconfigure the two units into one. Doesn’t this change the number of units in the condominium, thus, affecting everyone’s rights including what percentage of assessments we […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association

SPOTLIGHT: Marilyn Fong, Chief Administrative Officer

03.28.2021

In celebration of Women’s History Month, Becker showcases the inspiration, philosophies, and expertise of the women attorneys, lobbyists, and professional leaders who help elevate our firm and client service. Marilyn Fong oversees the operational and administrative aspects of Becker, establishing procedures that increase efficiency across all offices. Through her recruitment […]