Michigan’s Expert Condo & HOA Lawyers
Whether you are building a new community or managing an established one, you need sound legal advice. Our team of community association attorneys provides practical legal guidance to Michigan condominium associations, homeowner associations, and developers, incorporating systems that save you time and money. We empower communities through expert legal counsel and accessible guidance, helping them thrive through efficiency, advocacy, and excellent service.
Our Commitments To You
Responsive
We respond promptly and provide clear guidance so boards and managers understand the options and can act with confidence. Our expertise with the Michigan Condominium Act, Nonprofit Corporation Act and other relevant statutes means the answer is likely one call or email away.
Effective
We pursue the recovery of unpaid assessments in a cost-conscious and legally sound manner to protect each community’s financial stability.
Strategic
We apply experienced legal judgment to address each community’s unique circumstances and goals.
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It is critical for community association boards to distinguish between restrictions contained in the governing documents and the rules or regulations adopted by the...
Michigan community associations are typically established as nonprofit corporations under state law. However, this designation does not automatically create an...
By Amy M. Smith, Partner, MAGWV On September 29, 2025, the deadline arrived for addressing the possible expiration of subdivision restrictions more than 40 years old...
In July 2025, the Michigan Supreme Court affirmed the Michigan Court of Appeals’ ruling that a covenant restricting property to “single family residence purposes” is...
A community pool is one of the most valued amenities in a homeowners or condominium association, offering residents a place to relax, exercise, and connect with...
There is a worrying trend of new bankruptcy filings locally and nationally. The Eastern District of Michigan (covering the metro Detroit area) saw a 7% jump in new...
Requests by co-owners to alter or modify their units—or adjacent common elements—are among the most frequent and challenging issues faced by condominium associations....
Updated March 3, 2025 Community associations may finally be saved from filing BOI reports under the Corporate Transparency Act. We are glad to announce that on March 2,...
The Michigan Homeowners' Energy Policy Act: What Board Members and Managers Need to Know If you are a board member or manager of a Michigan community association, you...