Apartment Law & Residential Landlord Counsel
Representing Apartment Owners & Property Managers
Owning a residential rental unit or managing an apartment complex or condominium community comes with its own unique set of challenges. It requires a commitment by all interested parties to create an arrangement that meets many different goals. The obligations of each entity must be clearly sets forth from the outset. Furthermore, the formal agreements and contracts must address the consequences of failure to keep them. Setting up the correct structure - one that complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws - and protecting the interests of all involved is not an easy task. But doing things correctly will invariably lead to a better return on investment, increased community goodwill, and more opportunities for future growth.
The experienced attorneys at Fowler, Hein, Cheatwood & Williams, P.A. represent landlords in all phases of what we call “apartment law”, including:
- Establishing Ownership and Board Structure
- Creating Lease and Sub-Lease Terms and Conditions
- Providing Protocol for Maintenance and Repair Dispute Resolution
- Addressing Community Property Permissible Uses and Rules
- Ensuring Compliance with Laws Applicable to Security Deposits and Background Checks
- Consequences of Early Lease Termination
- Co-Signing and Credit Check Processes
In many cases, our clients view us as simply an extension of their in-house counsel, but with the added benefit of a broader perspective developed from years of working with various entities nationally.
Understanding the Role of Cooperative Housing Law
Fowler, Hein, Cheatwood & Williams, P.A. is committed to ensuring that all of our clients understand the role cooperative housing law plays in both the establishment of management protocol, and the day-to-day implementation. A solid perspective and commitment to manage correctly will reduce the number of disputes as well as the risk of costly litigation. However, it would be unrealistic to expect issues will not arise that require the input of experienced legal counsel. When that happens, our firm is ready to assist with any of the following:
- Pre-Lawsuit Negotiation and Settlement Discussions
- Initiation or Defense of a Lawsuit
- Mediation and Arbitration
- Jury and Bench Trials
- Appeals and Post-Judgment Options
Cooperative housing law is designed to promote communal living and provide for the protection of property ownership rights and interests for every person living on the shared property. Our firm advocates for amicable resolutions to maintain community goodwill, but we are also prepared to take an issue as far as necessary to protect the interests of our property owners and managers.
Call 1-866-967-9279 or fill out ou web form to discuss your legal issue with one of our experienced Apartment Law attorneys.
