Unlike most law firms that represent HOAs and condo associations, we exclusively represent  homeowners. We never represent the associations themselves, ensuring our focus is solely on  protecting your rights and interests. 

While some solo attorneys occasionally represent homeowners against HOAs, they often lack the  resources or litigation experience needed to go the distance. At Perez Mayoral, P.A., we’re not just  HOA lawyers—we’re seasoned trial and appellate litigators. Our courtroom readiness gives us the  

leverage many others can’t match. We don’t fold under pressure. We prepare every case for trial  from day one, so when it’s time to fight, we’re already steps ahead.

You should contact an HOA lawyer as soon as possible when facing any of these situations:

• When your reasonable resolution attempts have failed: If you've attempted to resolve the issue through direct communication with the board, formal written requests, or attending meetings, but continue to face resistance or dismissal of your concerns. 
• When facing maintenance or repair issues: If your association is neglecting their responsibility to maintain common elements resulting in property damage, water intrusion, mold problems, or safety hazards that affect your home's value or your health. 
• When you believe the HOA is violating laws: If you suspect the association is violating Florida statutes, fair housing laws, or acting beyond the scope of their authority outlined in governing documents. 
• When receiving violation notices or fines: If you've been issued violation notices, excessive fines, or are facing potential legal action from your association, especially if you believe the enforcement is selective or retaliatory. 
• Before responding to architectural denial: If your reasonable request for property improvements or modifications has been denied without proper justification or due process. 
• When facing special assessments: If you question the legitimacy, amount, or application of a special assessment that seems improper or unnecessarily burdensome.
• When experiencing board governance issues: If you're concerned about improper elections, conflicts of interest, financial mismanagement, or lack of transparency in association operations. 
• Before purchasing in an HOA community: For pre-purchase reviews of governing documents to understand potential restrictions that might affect your intended use of the property. 
• When facing discrimination: If you believe you're being treated differently based on protected characteristics such as race, religion, national origin, familial status, or disability.
• Whenever you feel your rights as a homeowner are being compromised: If you're uncertain about your legal position or feel intimidated by your HOA, a consultation with an attorney who specializes in homeowner representation can help clarify your options and  protect your interests. 

Remember that timing matters—contacting an HOA lawyer early often allows for more options and  potentially less expensive solutions before positions harden and formal litigation becomes  necessary. 

We handle all types of homeowner-HOA disputes, including: 

• Unfair application of CC&Rs or bylaws
• Excessive fines or assessments
• Architectural review denials 
• Maintenance responsibility disputes
• Housing discrimination issues 
• Special assessment challenges

• Board election and governance issues

Please gather: 

• Your community's CC&Rs and bylaws 
• Any correspondence with your HOA about the dispute
• Violation notices or fine assessments 
• Photos or evidence related to your issue

• Records of previous attempts to resolve the matter

While you can attempt to resolve issues yourself, HOAs typically have legal representation. When  facing complex issues or stubborn opposition from your association, an HOA lawyer helps level the  playing field.

As a homeowner, you have important legal rights regarding access to association documents, fair  treatment under the rules, proper notice of meetings, and protection from discriminatory practices.  We'll help you understand and defend these rights.