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Civil · Condo and HOA disputes

A fight with your condo or homeowners association.

Fines, assessments, repairs, parking, pets, and rule changes: association disputes often turn on the master deed, bylaws, and rules. New Jersey generally requires associations to offer owners an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) process before going to court.

I take all matters based on my case load and whether the case resonates with me. A meeting alone does not establish an attorney-client relationship. That relationship begins only after I have accepted the case and we have both signed a written retainer agreement.

Published fees

Condo and HOA disputes: what it costs.

Each fee below is my attorney fee for the scope listed, and it binds for that scope. Court filing fees, service of process, court-officer fees, and other third-party costs are extra. They are paid to the court or the provider, not to me. If your matter would entail more than a flat fee, I tell you in writing before any added work, and nothing changes unless you agree.

Governing-document review and letter

$350flat

I review the governing documents on one issue and write one letter to the association or its manager.

Included

  • Review of the master deed, bylaws, and rules as they apply to one issue
  • One letter to the association, board, or manager
  • One short follow-up email to clarify the letter, if you write within 10 days

Not included

  • Negotiation after the letter
  • A lawsuit or a lien or foreclosure defense
  • Representing the association

Association ADR assistance

$550flat

Help through the association’s dispute-resolution process on one issue.

Included

  • Review of the governing documents and your records on one issue
  • Drafting of your written ADR request or statement
  • One preparation session before the ADR meeting

Not included

  • Attending the ADR session with you (hourly)
  • Court proceedings after ADR

Beyond the flat fee

Attending an ADR session or a court appearance is hourly at $275/hour through December 8, 2026, then $350/hour, with a written retainer. Time is billed in tenths of an hour.

On the drafting-only fees, you remain the self-represented (pro se) party. You file the papers and appear yourself unless we sign a separate written retainer for an appearance.

Published discounts apply to these attorney fees, not to court or third-party costs.

A free 30-minute phone consultation is available by appointment at 732-606-4516. A call does not establish an attorney-client relationship.

Writing this office, filling out a form, sending documents, or meeting with me does not create an attorney-client relationship and does not mean I have accepted your matter. A meeting alone does not establish an attorney-client relationship. An attorney-client relationship begins only after I have accepted the case and we have both signed a written retainer agreement. Until then, do not send confidential information you need protected. This website is not the contract.

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