Seasoned Homeowner Association Law Attorney

The Bainbridge Law Firm, L.L.C., is one of the few law firms in Arizona that routinely represents individual homeowners involved in homeowner association (HOA) disputes. Few, if any, Arizona law firms represent more homeowners in HOA matters than The Bainbridge Law Firm, L.L.C. Because we frequently work with the same law firms and lawyers who represent the HOAs, we are often successful in reaching positive settlements for clients and bringing early resolutions to HOA matters.

The Bainbridge Law Firm, L.L.C., also provides counsel and representation for select homeowner associations throughout Arizona.

Because of our extensive background in HOA law and real estate litigation, The Bainbridge Law Firm, L.L.C. often receives referrals from counsel for homeowner associations where there is a conflict of interest or other issue that precludes representation by another firm for a particular matter. Homeowner associations seeking ongoing or full-service counsel and representation are usually referred to law firms specializing only in the representation of homeowner associations.

Have You Been Sued By Your HOA?

The Bainbridge Law Firm, L.L.C., represents people who live in condominiums, town homes, single-family homes and commercial condominium subdivisions. Most of these types of properties are subject to restrictions recorded against their property and homeowner associations that were established before or during the development of the property. Homeowner associations are formal legal entities created to maintain common areas and enforce private deed restrictions (covenants, conditions and restrictions, or CC&Rs). Homeowner association litigation generally arises when homeowners have been threatened or sued by their HOA for breaching the terms of their community’s governing documents, usually the CC&Rs. These disputes can involve architectural modifications to the home, assessments, fines, pets, parking and many more.

Can your Association (HOA) restrict short-term rentals?

With the rise of VRBO and AirBnB properties in the Phoenix and surrounding areas, many Associations have attempted to restrict short-term rentals. Unfortunately, the answer is quite complex and requires a review of your Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs), as well as any amendments. The Bainbridge Law Firm understands the intricacies of the law and has successfully represented homeowners regarding rental restrictions.

Many times, the Association asserts that as the result of an amendment to the CC&Rs, homes may not be rented on a short-term basis. As of the date of this publication, the prevailing authority is Kalway v. Calabria Ranch HOA, LLC, and the amendment could be invalid. The Bainbridge Law Firm was successful in thwarting off an Association by the name of Village of Oak Creek in Sedona which was subsequently confirmed on appeal. If the Association is challenging your right to rent a property on a short-term basis or if you are considering purchasing a property with the intent of renting on a short-term basis, call the Bainbridge Law Firm to fully understand your rights.  

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Contact us for more information about your rights as the owner of a condominium, townhome or home in a planned community.

Attorney Who Is Qualified To Handle HOA Litigation

With a unique perspective from both the homeowner association side and the individual homeowner side, The Bainbridge Law Firm, LLC, provides effective and reliable advice and representation. Clients benefit from this perspective and receive the skilled representation they deserve in an often difficult situation.

Are you a homeowner involved in a dispute with your homeowner association? Let The Bainbridge Law Firm, LLC, help you attain an efficient and favorable resolution. Contact us today to arrange a consultation by calling 602-274-6369.

For an analysis of your documentation and legal opinion regarding your matter, we charge $245 for the initial consultation.