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Kevin Hirzel is the Managing Member of Hirzel Law, PLC. He focuses his practice on community association law, condominium law, litigation and real estate law. Mr. Hirzel represents community associations throughout the State of Michigan. He has received numerous recognitions on a local and national level for the high level of representation that he provides to clients. Mr. Hirzel is a fellow in the College of Community Association Lawyers, a prestigious designation given to less than 175 attorneys in the country. He also serves as Co-Chairman of the Michigan Community Associations Institute Legislative Action Committee and a member of the Community Associations Institute’s National Government Affairs and Public Policy Committee. Mr. Hirzel is the Co-Chairman of the State Bar of Michigan’s Real Property Law Section Committee for Condominiums, PUDs, & Cooperatives. He has authored numerous articles for the Michigan Community Association News, Michigan Association of Condominium Associations, United Condominium Owners of Michigan Newsletter, Michigan Real Property Review and Macomb County Bar Briefs, as well as other publications. Mr. Hirzel has been interviewed as an expert in condominium law by , C&G Newspapers, Common Ground Magazine, , Michigan Lawyer’s Weekly and WXYZ (Channel 7) News. He is a dynamic speaker and frequently lectures on community association law throughout the state, as well as nationally. Mr. Hirzel has also been featured in Michigan Lawyer’s Weekly on multiple occasions for successful litigation results that he has obtained on behalf of clients.
Areas of Practice
Condominium Law, Homeowners Association Law, Fair Housing Compliance, Business Law, Litigation and Real Estate Law
Honors and Awards
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Practice Area
19 years
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Acquired: 2023
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State: Michigan
Acquired: 2007
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37085 Grand River Ave, Ste 200, Farmington, MI, 48335
7 Client Reviews
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Posted by Maureen | February 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Great for HOA nuances
We had a challenging HOA issue where an officer was taking liberties with their position. Kevin crafted appropriate documents and recommended processes to reduce the risk to the HOA and put us in a better legal position overall.
"Mr. Hirzel is one of the most brilliant, savvy, and hard working attorneys I have ever worked with. When it comes to Condominium law, I can confidently say there is no one more qualified in Michigan. If my life was on the line, I would trust him to help me obtain the best possible result."
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Lawer of the Year in Real Estate Law, Best Lawyers
2026
Leaders in the Law, Michigan Lawyers Weekly
2026
Best Up and Coming Law Firm, Michigan Lawyers Weekly
2025
Tier 1 Law Firm in Real Estate Law, Best Lawyers
2022
Best Lawyers in Real Estate Law, Best Lawyers
2022
Best Law Firm, Detroit Free Press Best of the Best Awards
2022
Super Lawyer in Real Estate Law, Super Lawyers Magazine
2022
Rising Star in Real Estate Law, Super Lawyers Magazine
2021
Michigan Condo & Real Estate “Go to Lawyer”, Michigan Lawyers Weekly
2020
Best Manuscript Award, Community Associations Institute
2020
Michigan Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Magazine
2020
Rising Star in Real Estate Law, Superlawyers
2020
Oakland County Executive's Elite 40 Under 40 Award, Oakland County Bar Association
2019
Best Manuscript Award, Community Associations Institute
2019
Michigan Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Magazine
2019
Rising Star in Real Estate Law, Superlawyers
2018
Michigan Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Magazine
2018
Rising Star in Real Estate Law, Superlawyers
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Rising Star in Real Estate Law, Superlawyers
2017
Fellow, College of Community Association Lawyers, Community Association Institute
2017
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Rising Star in Real Estate Law, Superlawyers
2016
Michigan Top Lawyer in Real Estate Law, Michigan Top Lawyers
2015
Up and Coming Lawyer, Michigan Lawyers Weekly
2015
Rising Star in Real Estate Law, Superlawyers
2014
Rising Star in Real Estate Law, Superlawyers
2013
Rising Star in Real Estate Law, SuperLawyers
2008
Madison's Who's Who, Madison's Who's Who
2006
Alpha Sigma Nu Jesuit Honor Society, Alpha Sigma Nu
2006
Cum Laude, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
2006
Book Award - Criminal Procedure, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
2006
Book Award - Conflicts of Law, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
2006
Moot Court Hall of Fame, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
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Michigan Condo & Real Estate Go to Lawyer", Michigan Lawyers Weekly
2018 - Present
Managing Member, Hirzel Law, PLC
2014 - 2018
Partner, Cummings, McClorey, Davis & Acho, P.L.C.
2010 - 2014
Associate Attorney, The Meisner Law Group, PC
2007 - 2010
Attorney / Managing Member, Penzien Hirzel, PLLC
2004 - 2004
Law Clerk, Macomb County Probate Court
2025 - Present
Community Associations Institute NationalCCAL Board of Governors
2024 - Present
Community Associations Institute IllinoisManager Education Committee
2022 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Real Property Law SectionCouncil Member
2018 - Present
Lakeshore Area Condominium AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Community Associations InstituteNational Government & Public Affairs Commitee
2014 - Present
Michigan Community Association NetworkFounder
2014 - Present
United Condominium Owners of Michigan (UCOM)
2010 - Present
Community Association Institute (CAI)Chairman of the Legislative Action Committee
2008 - Present
Oakland County Bar Association
2007 - Present
Macomb County Bar Association
2007 - Present
State Bar of Michigan
2025 - 2026
Chicago Bar AssociationVice Chair Residential Real Property – Condominium Subcommittee
2024 - 2025
State Bar of Michigan, Real Property Law SectionSummer Conference Co-Chair
2020 - 2022
Community Associations Institute NationalBoard of Trustees
2014 - 2015
Michigan Business and Professional Association
2012 - 2014
Local Business NetworkPast Vice President
2007 - 2012
Business Networking InternationalPast President
2007 - 2013
Detroit Metropolitan Bar Association
Summary Disposition Quieting Title was affirmed, the case was remanded for an award of attorney's fees and costs
$131,000 settlement and equitable relief
$200,000 Settlement for Client along with obtaining equitable relief
The Association obtained a $276,000 settlement and road repairs, for which Plaintiff was seeking $500,000 in damages, in a construction defect matter against a developer.
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JD - Juris Doctor
2003
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
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Condo Lending Crackdown How to Keep Your Association off the Blacklist
2026
Condominium Documents, Bylaw Enforcement and Collections
2026
Case Law Update
2026
Hot Legal Topics: Attorney Q&A
2026
Party Favor: The Reality of AI in Community Associations
2026
Ways to Maintain and Protect Your Property Values: It takes a Village!
2026
Current Legal Trends Affecting Community Associations
2025
The Homeowners’ Energy Policy Act: Hope for the Best!
2025
Revolutionize how you manage your community with AI, while staying compliant every step of the way
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Case Law Update
2025
Hot Legal Topics: Attorney Q&A
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HOA Health: Practical Tips for Building a Thriving Community Association
2025
Fireproof your HOA: Lessons from Illinois’s Hottest Community Association Legal Battles!
2025
Never Enough Knowledge: 10 Scenarios to Stump You
2025
AI Liabilities Are Here, Impressive Reserve Questions, Open Q&A Webinar
2024
Beyond Belief – Michigan Fair Housing Fact or Fiction
2024
What does the Corporate Transparency Act mean for Community Associations?
2024
Navigating the Corporate Transparency Act: What Community Associations Need to Know
2024
Beyond Belief – Illinois Fair Housing Fact or Fiction
2023
Recent Legislation & Hot Legislative Topics on the Horizon
2023
Surfside Collapse (Homeowners and Condo Associations)
2023
Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac & Condos
2023
So you joined a community association board, now what?
2023
Reserves: New Scrutiny and Liabilities for Boards & The Challenges of Social Media for Associations, Managers and Boards
2023
Breach of Fiduciary Duty - Not Only for Board Members That Vote "Yes" but Attorneys and Board Members Who Vote "No"
2023
KTM: Ask the Attorney Webinar
2023
Concurrent Session: CIRMS Master Program: Community Association Risk Management & Insurance Case Law Review Part 1, 2023
2022
Planning for Collapse - Preparing for, Reacting to and Rebuilding from Disaster,
2022
When and How to Amend Your Governing Documents
2022
How to Answer the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Surfside Condo Addendums
2021
When Do We Stop Kicking That Can Down the Road
2021
Infrastructure Liability and Prevention Planning
2021
Lessons Learned from the Surfside Condo Collapse
2021
CIRMS Insurance Masters Crossover Program: Filling the Gaps in Insurance Coverage through Document Amendments
2021
Fall Discussion
2020
Tips for Dealing with Covid-19 in your Community Association
2020
Reopening your Community Association after Coronavirus
2020
Ask the Pros: COVID-19 and Community Associations Q&A
2020
CIRMS Insurance Masters Crossover Program: Filling the Gaps in Insurance Coverage through Document Amendments, Community Association Virtual Law Seminar
2020
The Art of Creating and Configuring Condominiums
2020
Ask the Experts, State Bar of Michigan – Real Property Law Section
2020
Is your Association keeping up with technology?
2020
How Legal is it Anyway? Tips for Dealing with Recreational and Medical Marijuana use in Community Associations
2019
How to handle complicated issues surrounding religion in your HOA or Condo without getting sued
2019
From Lansing to Washington D.C. How does legislation impact your community association?
2019
2019 Condo & HOA Case Law and Legislative Update
2019
Insurance Basics for Community Associations
2019
So you joined a community association board, now what?
2019
What is the difference between a director and an officer?
2019
s it time to amend your governing documents?
2019
Religion in Community associations: Fair Housing or Free Speech? Thou Shalt Not Violate the Law
2018
Condominium Law: Representing Developers, Associations, and Co-Owners
2018
Traverse City Community Association Seminar
2018
Emotional Support Animals
2018
All things Tenants: Evictions, Rental Caps and Strategies for communicating with Landlord Co-Owners
2018
Fall Conference
2018
Millennials: Learn how America’s largest generation will impact legal issues in Community Associations
2017
Hot Topics in Condominium and HOA Law
2017
Case Law Update
2017
Director Liability and Insurance Basics
2017
Fair Housing Act Pitfalls
2017
Current Trends in Community Associations
2017
Hot Topics in Condominium Law – Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
2017
Townhall: State and Federal Legislative Changes for 2017
2017
How to Avoid Common Pitfalls of the Fair Housing Act
2016
Condominium Law Legislative Update
2016
Michigan Condominium Law Legislative Update
2016
Michigan Condominium Law Legislative Action Committee Update
2016
How do the 2015 Amendments to the Michigan Nonprofit Corporation Act impact your Community Association?
2016
2016 Legislative Update
2016
How do the 2015 Amendments to the Michigan Nonprofit Corporation Act impact your Community Association?
2016
Site Condominiums and Land Divisions: Current Topics and Case Law
2016
Hot Topics in Condominium and HOA Law
2015
Nuts and Bolts of Condominium Operations
2015
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Condominium Law
2012
Questions and Answers with Condominium Legal Counsel
2008
Estate Planning
2007
Business Law
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Our HOA documents state one vote per unit. Wondering how far the "vote" concept extends.
06 Aug 2015
How do i know if an hoa is dissolved?
17 Jun 2015
Elder Financial Abuse-Financial Extortion and Gift
03 Jun 2012
Michigan real estate disputes – 5 common reasons to file a quiet title action
16 Mar 2017
Is your Condominium Association or HOA prepared to handle these 6 technological advances?
05 Jan 2015
The Difference between a DVR and Proxy in a Michigan Condominium Association Election
11 Dec 2014