Community Association

Practical Counsel. Strategic Solutions. Decades of Experience.

Schenck Price Smith & King’s Community Association Practice Group provides comprehensive legal representation to condominium, homeowner, cooperative, and planned real estate communities throughout New Jersey. Our attorneys serve as trusted counselors to boards of directors, trustees, property managers, and community leaders navigating the increasingly complex legal and operational challenges facing community associations today.

With decades of combined experience representing community associations of all sizes, our attorneys understand that successful community governance requires more than legal knowledge alone. Associations require practical, responsive counsel that balances legal compliance, fiduciary responsibilities, financial realities, operational efficiency, and the unique dynamics of community living.

Our practice is built upon proactive guidance, accessibility, strategic problem-solving, and long-term client relationships. We work closely with boards and managers to help communities operate effectively, minimize risk, resolve disputes efficiently, and protect property values and the overall interests of their residents.

Comprehensive Community Association Representation

Our attorneys advise community associations on virtually every aspect of governance and operations, including:

• Governing document interpretation, amendments, and enforcement
• Board governance and fiduciary duty counseling
• Election procedures and voting matters
• Covenant enforcement and dispute resolution
• Contract negotiation and review
• Rule enforcement and fine procedures
• Assessment collection and recovery strategies
• Developer transition matters
• Construction defect and warranty claims
• Risk management and insurance-related issues
• Alternative dispute resolution and litigation management
• Reserve funding and capital project guidance
• Fair housing and accommodation requests
• Meeting procedures and compliance issues
• Vendor and management company agreements
• Emergency response and crisis management matters

Construction Defect & Developer Transition Representation

One of the most significant events in the life cycle of a community association is the transition of control from the developer to the unit owners. This process—commonly referred to as “Transition”—requires experienced legal guidance to protect the long-term interests of the association and its members.

Our attorneys have extensive experience representing associations in complex developer transition and construction defect matters involving residential, mixed-use, and planned communities throughout New Jersey. We assist boards in identifying construction-related deficiencies, coordinating engineering investigations, evaluating potential claims, negotiating resolutions, and pursuing litigation when necessary.

The Community Association Practice Group works closely with the firm’s Construction Litigation Group, providing clients with a collaborative and strategic approach to construction-related disputes and other complex matters impacting their communities. This integrated approach allows us to deliver sophisticated representation in matters involving defective construction, infrastructure failures, water intrusion, roofing systems, building envelope issues, structural concerns, code compliance disputes, and related claims against developers, contractors, design professionals, and other responsible parties.

Integrated Legal Services for Community Associations

Community associations frequently face legal issues extending beyond traditional governance matters. As part of a full-service law firm, our clients benefit from seamless access to attorneys across numerous practice areas, including:

• Construction Litigation
• Commercial Litigation
• Labor & Employment
• Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights
• Insurance Coverage
• Real Estate
• Environmental Law
• Tax Appeals
• Land Use & Zoning
• Corporate & Business Law

This multidisciplinary structure enables us to provide efficient, coordinated, and comprehensive legal solutions tailored to the evolving needs of community associations and their boards.

Client-Focused Representation

We recognize that board members and property managers are entrusted with significant responsibilities on behalf of their communities. Our attorneys are committed to being accessible, responsive, and practical advisors who provide clear guidance and efficient solutions designed to help boards make informed decisions with confidence.

At Schenck Price Smith & King, we are proud to partner with community associations throughout New Jersey and remain committed to delivering the high-quality legal representation, strategic counsel, and personal attention our clients deserve.

For additional information regarding our Community Association Practice Group, please contact:

Arnold J. Calabrese, Esq.
Partner & Practice Group Leader

Michael A. Calabrese, Esq.
Counsel