You should not have to understand every provision in your community’s governing documents before asking for help. Describe the decision, notice, or ongoing problem that brought you here. The following are common starting points for an owner-side consultation.
You received a violation notice, were called to a disciplinary hearing, or believe similar rules are being applied differently to other owners. The notices, rule language, and history of enforcement help explain the dispute.
The board rejected or delayed a request to remodel, install equipment, or change your property. An attorney can review the application, written decision, architectural guidelines, and available review procedures.
A leaking roof, shared plumbing problem, or neglected common area is affecting your home. Responsibility can depend on the governing documents, the part of the property involved, and applicable law.
You have questions about a special assessment, reserve spending, access to records, or how the board made a financial decision. A consultation can focus on the specific charge, request, or decision you want reviewed.
You feel targeted after raising concerns or are having trouble with a disability-related accommodation request. Describe the conduct, communications, and decisions involved rather than having to choose a legal label yourself.
Noise, nuisance, parking, or other recurring problems may also involve the HOA’s response. An attorney can consider the association’s role alongside the underlying disagreement between neighbors.
The right starting point depends on the dispute. An attorney may review the governing documents, correspondence, hearing notices, and any internal dispute resolution or mediation requests. California has specific HOA dispute-resolution procedures, but which steps apply depends on the issue.
If a hearing, payment demand, or response deadline is approaching, mention it when you contact us. You do not need to sort through the entire history of the association before requesting help.
Prime Attorneys is a free attorney referral service, not a law firm. Our role here is to help homeowners find an attorney to review their side of a dispute, not to provide counsel to the HOA board. We start with your concern and help you look for an attorney with relevant experience.
Our referral service and the initial attorney consultation are free. You can ask about the attorney’s experience, potential conflicts, approach, and fees before deciding whether to hire them.
Call or submit the form with a brief description of the HOA issue and the location of your property.
Our team asks about the decision or conduct in dispute and any upcoming hearing or deadline. Form inquiries come to our team before an attorney referral.
We can help connect you with an attorney who may review the documents and explain possible next steps. You decide whether to move forward with representation.
Is this service for homeowners or HOA boards?
This page is for homeowners seeking help with their side of an HOA dispute. Tell us whether your concern involves the board, management company, common property, or another owner.
Can I request help before the HOA holds a hearing?
Yes. You can contact us when you receive a notice or when a dispute is developing. Mention the hearing date and any response deadline when speaking with our team.
Do I need all of my HOA documents before calling?
No. Start with the notice, letter, or decision that concerns you. Your CC&Rs, rules, and correspondence are useful if available; the attorney can explain what else is needed.
Whether you want a board decision reviewed or help understanding an ongoing problem, you can start with one conversation. Call or contact us for a free consult.
