Questions answered by Randall M. Lipshutz

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Is there any penalty for false information about officer on registration with secretary of state

Randall's answer | Answered on February 16, 2016

There technically is a penalty for knowingly filing false information with the Secretary of State, but I don't know that anyone strictly enforces...

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What decisions can be made by president of HOA without board voting?

Randall's answer | Answered on February 16, 2016

It is unclear what answers you are looking for, but I can try. First, the board would appoint one of their members as president in most...

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Do I need a civil litigation attorney?

Randall's answer | Answered on February 16, 2016

From everything you said, you are correct it is a complex case. If it has been "almost 2 years" you need to talk to a civil litigation attorney...

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Realize reasonable attorney fees are up to judge and individual situations, but what amount or percentage is "reasonable"?

Randall's answer | Answered on February 02, 2016

Reading between the lines, this sounds like a homeowners association or condominium assessment was at the root of the judgment. If that is the...

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Does my HOA board legally exist?

Randall's answer | Answered on January 15, 2016

The circumstances you provided do not indicate that the HOA does not exist. Boards operate all the time with vacancies on the board or in offices,...

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Does satisfaction of an HOA lien have any affect on judgment awarded?

Randall's answer | Answered on January 15, 2016

Why would you have any reason to satisfy the lien until your judgment is paid? If the fifa is recorded against the property, you have a second...

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Can property be leased if it is in possible foreclosure?

Randall's answer | Answered on January 15, 2016

Just because there is a threatened foreclosure does not stop the owner from leasing the property. Is it wise for either the landlord or the...

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Is the HOA Board obligated to grant non-owner, non-tenant access to amenities?

Randall's answer | Answered on January 13, 2016

First, if you know the occupants are living in the house with the owner's permission, be vary careful before you deny the occupants the use of the...

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Does the Lien still stand on the condo plus can the HOA continue to send me bills over the past about dues plus add fees

Randall's answer | Answered on January 13, 2016

You really need to talk to whatever attorney assisted you in the filing of your bankruptcy, If you are still in Chapter 13, it is possible that...

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Is our HOA obligated to accept Dues payments from whomever?

Randall's answer | Answered on January 05, 2016

I am honestly not sure what purpose the policy serves. If tenants are permitted at the property, it really should not matter if the tenant pays...

Randall M. Lipshutz's Answers (2683)

Is there any penalty for false information about officer on registration with secretary of state

What decisions can be made by president of HOA without board voting?

Do I need a civil litigation attorney?

Realize reasonable attorney fees are up to judge and individual situations, but what amount or percentage is "reasonable"?

Does my HOA board legally exist?

Does satisfaction of an HOA lien have any affect on judgment awarded?

Can property be leased if it is in possible foreclosure?

Is the HOA Board obligated to grant non-owner, non-tenant access to amenities?

Does the Lien still stand on the condo plus can the HOA continue to send me bills over the past about dues plus add fees

Is our HOA obligated to accept Dues payments from whomever?