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ASK THE EXPERTS: LEGAL ADVICE FOR CO-OP/CONDO BOARDS

Legal Advice for Co-op/Condo Boards

Robert Braverman and Scott Greenspun

BRAVERMAN | GREENSPUN

http://www.braverlaw.net/

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Robert J. Braverman
Principal
Braverman | Greenspun
rbraverman@braverlaw.net

Scott S. Greenspun 
Principal
Braverman | Greenspun
sgreenspun@braverlaw.net

We have been at the forefront of advancing the rights of cooperatives and condominiums for the past 30 years. The firm’s vast experience makes Braverman | Greenspun uniquely qualified to render sound advice on every issue facing a board. Our attorneys’ broad and diverse transactional and litigation experience, combined with the firm’s collaborative environment, allow us to provide our clients with expedient, effective and innovative problem-solving strategies. Many of our attorneys have been with the firm for a significant portion of their careers, which affords them vast institutional knowledge of the legal issues facing our clients, as well as each client’s individual needs and goals. 

Law Introduction
Can we sell a common element in our condo to an owner?
How do we preserve claims against the sponsor of our newly constructed condo building?
Should our Board get involved in a noise dispute?
Should we allow trusts to own apartments?
What are four ways to avoid election disputes?
What are the potential pitfalls of having board conversations via email?
What does the new disclosure law mean for my board?
What must be included in our alteration agreement?
What documents are we required to permit unit owners/shareholders to review?
Why should we consider staggering out board terms?