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“Can My Co-op Charge Me Extra for Renting Out My Unit?” – New York Times

05.06.2025
Steven S. Anderson

Q: I bought a co-op apartment in Queens about 35 years ago and I’ve been renting it out. About 15 years ago, the co-op imposed a 10 percent surcharge on the maintenance fees for apartments that are rented out. That increased to 20 percent about five years ago. Should my […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, New Jersey Condo, Co-Op & HOA, New York Cooperative and Condominium

Paul Shur, Martin Cabalar Recognized as 2025 New Jersey Super Lawyers

04.04.2025
Martin C. CabalarPaul H. Shur

Becker proudly announces the recognition of Paul Shur and Martin Cabalar, shareholders in our New Jersey offices, as a Super Lawyer and Rising Star, respectively. The “Super Lawyer” designation acknowledges the top 5% of lawyers in New Jersey, while a “Rising Star” represents the top 2.5% of attorneys under 40 […]

Areas of Focus: Corporate, Condo, Co-Op & HOA, New Jersey Condo, Co-Op & HOA

John S. Prisco Named CAI NJ’s “Author of the Year”

02.20.2025
John S. Prisco

Becker is proud to announce that shareholder John S. Prisco has been honored as “Author of the Year” by the New Jersey Chapter of the Community Associations Institute (CAI-NJ). This recognition highlights John’s insightful article, “Master Deeds, Declarations, and Bylaws: Oh My! A Guide to Community Association Governance in New Jersey,” published […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, New Jersey Condo, Co-Op & HOA

Becker Expands in NYC with Addition of Anderson & Ochs and 3 New Partners

01.08.2025
Steven S. AndersonJennifer KarnesMitchel H. Ochs

New York, NY – January 8, 2025 — Becker, a multi-practice commercial law firm with attorneys, lobbyists, and other professionals in offices throughout the East Coast, is proud to announce its expansion with the addition of Anderson & Ochs, a New York City-based law firm. This strategic move bolsters Becker’s […]

Areas of Focus: Business Litigation, Condo, Co-Op & HOA, New Jersey Condo, Co-Op & HOA

“Political Signs and Holiday Decorations in Community Associations” – Community Trends

11.04.2024
David L. Dockery

With election and holiday season upon us, community association boards are typically tasked with the best way to promulgate rules and regulations concerning political signs and holiday decorations. Living in a pluralistic society can have its challenges. However, a lawful, well-crafted, objective, and non-discriminatory policy can help a community live […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, New Jersey Condo, Co-Op & HOA