Overview

Joseph Markovich is an attorney in the firm’s Community Association Practice Group, concentrating in community association law. He provides comprehensive legal counsel and services to clients, focusing on condominium and homeowners’ association (HOA) issues. His expertise includes drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, agreements, and other critical legal documents essential for community associations.

Mr. Markovich advises community associations on governance matters, offering guidance on the interpretation and enforcement of governing documents. He conducts legal research and prepares detailed legal opinions on a variety of issues, with a particular emphasis on real estate within the realm of community association law. His work ensures that community associations operate efficiently and in full compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

As an active member of the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce and Community Owners, Managers, and Associates of Florida (COMA), Joseph is deeply committed to strengthening his community through meaningful connections. He collaborates with individuals and organizations dedicated to improving the efficiency and success of community associations. Joseph is also a contributor to the Becker Community Update on Florida Condo & HOA Law Blog, where he shares valuable insights. His articles include:

Joseph is an active member of the Real Property Probate and Trust Law Section as well as the Young Lawyers Division of The Florida Bar.

A proud native of Fort Myers, Florida, Joseph is a second-generation and second-career attorney. In his free time, he enjoys solving puzzles, reading, and watching nostalgic films and television shows.

EXPERIENCE

  • Advised numerous condominium and homeowners’ associations in matters, including but not limited to compliance with “sunshine laws,” addressing material alterations, defining maintenance responsibilities, and adhering to new laws and regulations.
  • Worked with condominium and homeowners’ associations to draft amended rules and regulations, including administrative policies relevant to the operation of the association.

Testimonials

[Joseph] did a very thorough job and brought assurance to us that we are not doing anything that is not permitted.
D.H.
[Your analysis] was highly praised. Good job.

J.R.
Thanks [Joseph], that was good work and fast.

J.A.
Thank you for your thoughtful insights … [and] your commitment to resolving our issue fairly and effectively.M.E.
Excellent job, [Joseph]. Meeting was very helpful.HOA Client