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Becker Celebrates Women’s History Month: Meet Mary Hawk

03.13.2024
Mary R. Hawk

In celebration of Women’s History Month, Becker is showcasing the inspiration, philosophies, and expertise of the women attorneys and lobbyists who help elevate our firm and client service. Mary Hawk is a shareholder in our Bradenton, FL office. She focuses her practice in the areas of general representation and dispute […]

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

Community Update – January 2024

01.31.2024
Joseph E. AdamsJoseph ArenaDonna DiMaggio BergerMark D. FriedmanMary R. HawkFlorence KingJay RobertsBryony G. Swift

The 2024 Legislative Session promises to bring sweeping changes to community association operations throughout Florida. In this issue of CUP, we highlight which bills we are watching, the Corporate Transparency Act, and the possibility of self-insurance. Don’t miss our weekly online legislative briefing with Bryony Swift. Also featured this month […]

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

What is the Corporate Transparency Act, and Why Does My Community Association Need to Know About It?

01.12.2024
Mary R. Hawk

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was enacted by Congress in 2021 to combat tax fraud, money laundering, and even domestic terrorism. Even if this doesn’t sound like something your community association should be concerned about, the CTA is broad-reaching. It will likely require your community association to register certain data […]

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

Community Update – September 2023

09.30.2023
Joseph E. AdamsJoseph ArenaDonna DiMaggio BergerMichael O. DermodyKenneth S. DirektorMark D. FriedmanMary R. HawkSanjay KurianJay RobertsGary C. RosenBryony G. Swift

Fall is officially here which means busy season is upon us. This month, we spotlight timely articles to help your board succeed in the coming months. Our featured articles explore various topics from board term limits and upgrading your documents to reserves and special assessments. Don’t miss our newest episode […]

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

Webinar: Out with the Old and In with the New: Upgrading Your Community Association Documents

09.20.2023
Kenneth S. DirektorMary R. HawkBryony G. Swift

 Operating a community association with outdated governing documents is risky business. Your documents should be updated to stay current with the law and the operation as it has evolved under unit owner control, not under developer control. Also, there is a benefit to clarity in the documents, particularly as […]

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