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Charles Kenworthey Harer
also known as Ken Harer
About Charles
Biography
Representing Washington Condominium Associations & Homeowner Boards by providing cost-saving services and innovative solutions since 2001.
Offering legal assistance with construction litigation, contracts, and warranties related to the Washington Condominium Act and general legal advice on interpretation, enforcement, and modification of governing documents.
In addition to my law degree, I hold an MBA, a BFA in Industrial Design and a BA in Architecture.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Residential Real Estate
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26 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 200-250 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Washington for 25 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Condominium Law Group PLLC
10310 Aurora Avenue North, Seattle, WA, 98133
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Posted by anonymous | June 04, 2009 | Real Estate
Chiavari Condominium Rehab Project
Starting in 2005 Ken Harer led a thorough investigation of our condo bldg flaws. A lawsuit in 2006 led to a settlement with the developer and the bldg was repaired between July 2, 2007 and May 20, 2008. His expertise and leadership are absolutely outstanding. We now have a building that is safe, w...
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Experience
Honors
2010
Member of College of Community Association Lawyers, Community Associations Institute
2008
Reserve Specialist Designation, Community Association Institute
Work Experience
2001 - Present
Managing Attorney, Condominium Law Group PLLC
2000 - 2001
Attorney, Law Offices of C. Kenworthey Harer
Associations
2010 - Present
College of Community Association LawyersMember
2009 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
Community Associations InstituteMember
2000 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Snohomish County Bar AssociationMember
2002 - 2006
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
RED OAKS COA, Respondent, v. SUNDQUIST HOLDINGS, INC., ET AL., Respondents
Affirmed
Education
2001
University of Washington -Seattle
LL.M - Master of Laws
2000
University of Washington -Seattle
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
University of Washington -Seattle
M.B.A.
1981
University of Washington -Seattle
B.F.A.
1981
University of Washington -Seattle
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
CAI Law seminar
Smoking and noise issues in condominiums
2010
CAI Law Seminar
Unexpected consequences of Reserve Studies
2008
CAI Legal Forum: Saturday Seminar
Bad Behavior, Repairs & Conflicts
Publications
2009
Community Associations Journal
A House Divided: When Governing Documents Conflict
2008
Community Associations Journal
Investing Associaton Reserve Funds
2006
Condominium Common Sense
Condominium Common Sense
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a condo association tell me i can't have a pet? especially a cat, who's not bothering anybody...
12 Jun 2010
Q&A
Can a HOA incorporate as a Non-Profit to avoid paying Real Estate Taxes on Common Areas?
27 May 2010
Q&A
Can the HOA president or any board member purchase things without a vote from the community that pay the dues?
26 May 2010