The Condominium and Community Association practice area of SFBBG encompasses the full range of legal needs of condominium associations, common interest communities, residential cooperatives, and all other forms of community associations. Our clientele is comprised primarily of professionally managed condominiums, homeowner, and co-operative associations located in the City of Chicago, Cook, DuPage and Lake Counties, lenders and developers, and other real estate and construction-related entities. We handle both litigation and transactional matters.
Our attorneys have recognized expertise, experience and industry leadership in this area. We assist our clients to efficiently and legally operate their associations, identify and manage risks, and, when necessary, pursue legal remedies by judicial, arbitration or other methods of dispute resolution. We are known for creative problem solving and strategic counselling. Legal advice is always supplemented by practical, real world considerations.
Client Services
Enforcement of Association’s Rights
Developer Transition Services
Defense
Witness Consultation
Loans
Easement
Collection
Contract Review and Documentation
Prepare and Review
Expertise
Review and updating of declaration and by-laws to comply with current requirements of the Illinois Condominium Property Act.
Step by Step Guidance
Advice & Guidance
Advice and guidance on the full range of legal questions on powers, duties, requirements and operations of board of directors, such as association v. unit owner maintenance responsibilities, insurance obligations, use of common facilities, handling resident misconduct, election procedures, budget and assessment requirements and governing document interpretation.
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Our Practice Areas
Business
Our team will give efficient counsel for your business and the various things that affect businesses like employment, sales reps, intellectual property, etc.
Finance
SFBBG is leading the industry in providing excellent counsel for financial services such as banking & creditor rights, estate planning, probate, and trust.
Litigation
We zealously litigate, arbitrate and mediate. Nothing drives a favorable outcome more than readiness for a smooth and successful trial. We're here to help!
Real Estate
Our attorneys are trusted counsel and business advisors with a broad range of real estate expertise to serve the firm’s sophisticated clientele.
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In Loving Memory of Jerry Rudman It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our friend and colleague, Jerry Rudman, who lost his long and courageous battle with cancer on April 26th. Jerry joined the Firm in 2019 from Deutsch, Levy & Engel, bringing...
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