Floridians are no strangers to tropical storms and hurricanes, but many still fail to take the proper precautions every season, including community associations. It is never too early to prepare your community for hurricanes, but there is a point where it can be too late. Here are 3 simple things to keep in mind as […]
If you’re reading this post, then you’re likely a board member of a homeowners association or condominium association or the manager tasked with preparing for and chairing a board meeting. At DHN Attorneys, our clients include not only community associations, but multiple businesses in Central Florida, including Fortune Inc. Fast 500 companies and large charities. […]
We are excited to introduce a new addition to our team! Join us in welcoming Amanda Penn, a Florida Registered Paralegal with over 10 years of experience, who started with us a few months ago. Amanda was born and raised in Florida. Amanda’s passion for law began from watching TV shows like Perry Mason, Matlock […]
There are many considerations when making changes to the common areas of your condo association. How much will it cost? Are bids required? What materials are needed? Before any of these questions can be answered, however, the first question a Board should ask is: Whether a board vote or membership vote is needed to approve […]
For the 15th year, Florida Trend has presented Florida Legal Elite awards to the state’s top attorneys. A recognition list which only 1.5% of Florida attorneys who are currently licensed, and practicing were selected. Nominations began in October 2017, when colleagues across the state voted and nominated Attorneys whom they believe would hold the highest […]
How to handle accommodation requests for service animals or emotional support animals is a topic that this Firm has covered numerous times. We’ve previously blogged, and we even teach a course for CMCA credit hours on how to handle these accommodation requests. We’ve proposed what we feel to be best practices to best guide and […]
After a thorough application and vetting process, the City of Orlando has officially awarded DHN Attorneys certification as a minority-owned business enterprise. Our law firm is 1 out of approximately just 10 law firms in Orlando that has received this certification. The Minority & Women Business Enterprise Program was established to increase opportunity for minority […]
Alternative dispute resolution methods, including mediation, have become increasingly popular to resolve matters outside of the courtroom. Mediation provides a forum for parties to meet face-to-face and resolve their own dispute. The Orange County Courts have long encouraged that parties seek to mediate and attempt to reach terms of settlement before proceeding in a lawsuit. […]
The following is a summary of some of the relevant bills that propose changes to laws governing community associations. CS/CS/CS/HB 841 contains revisions to Florida’s housing chapters, and are currently awaiting action from the Governor. Please contact our firm if you have any questions about how this my affect your community. Records: The legislation provides […]
