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Becker Attorneys in Florida, New Jersey, and New York Recognized as 2022-2023 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

06.26.2023
Joseph E. AdamsEvan B. BergerKathleen “Katie” O. Berkey, AICPMartin C. CabalarThomas J. CodeYasin DaneshfarClaramargaret H. GrooverSanjay KurianSteven B. LesserSteven H. MezerGary C. RosenPaul H. ShurLee A. Weintraub

Becker is thrilled to announce that several attorneys in the firm’s Florida, New Jersey, and New York offices have been named as 2022-2023 Super Lawyers, an honor that recognizes the top 5% of the total lawyers in any given state. Additionally, Becker attorneys recognized as Rising Stars represent the top […]

Areas of Focus: Real Estate, Construction Law & Litigation, Business Litigation, Land Use & Zoning, Real Estate Finance

Community Update – May 2023

05.31.2023
Joseph E. AdamsDonna DiMaggio BergerKathleen “Katie” O. Berkey, AICPDavid L. DockeryJamie B. DokovnaMark D. FriedmanNicolas M. JimenezJay RobertsKaryan San MartanoRobyn M. Severs

This edition of Becker’s Community Update highlights remote voting, managing your personnel, and constitutional rights. Don’t miss the 50th anniversary video that showcases Becker’s rich history and culture. Also featured this month is our Hurricane Preparedness and Recovery Guide. While we hope to be spared from the worst, it’s crucial […]

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

Getting “Flag Ready” for the Fourth of July

05.30.2023
Kathleen “Katie” O. Berkey, AICP

Flags serve as a powerful symbol of a nation, its ideals, and its people, and their display in community associations is addressed under State law. The Florida Condominium Act permits a unit owner to display, in a respectful manner, one portable, removable United States flag and portable, removable official flags, […]

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

Community Update – April 2023

04.30.2023
Joseph E. AdamsDonna DiMaggio BergerKathleen “Katie” O. Berkey, AICPJennifer L. BiletnikoffAaron K. CrewsMark D. FriedmanK. Joy MattinglyJay Roberts

The 2023 Legislative Session has brought significant changes to Community Associations. In this Community Update, we address new restrictions on design and construction defect claims as well as recent amendments to the Florida Fire Prevention Code. Don’t miss the latest podcast featuring Dr. Esber Andiroglu, Professor Harold R. Wanless, and […]

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

“‘NIMBY’ to ‘YIMBY’” – FCAP Managers Report

03.13.2023
Kathleen “Katie” O. Berkey, AICP

You have probably heard of the term “NIMBY,” which is the acronym for “Not in My Back Yard.” It is the attitude of some who oppose new development, fearing that it will adversely affect them in terms of architectural style, adverse impacts to views, housing density, or traffic, for example. […]

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