Community associations and owners rarely engage in mediation right now. If direct dialogue does not solve a problem, then one or both of the parties typically hire an attorney, often at great cost. Mediation offers a third way to resolve difficult disputes that is quicker and cheaper than litigation. Given its benefits, the use of mediation to resolve disputes between community associations and owners will likely become increasingly common in the years ahead.
Over the last eight years, I have provided legal representation to condominium and homeowners associations and owners within such associations. During the course of that work, I have helped numerous parties in conflict communicate with each other and resolve their disputes through negotiation. However, I have always acted as an advocate for one side. This is about to change. I have decided to begin offering mediation services to community associations and owners. I look forward to helping associations and owners settle their differences in this new role.
