Seminar

Community Associations in a Distressed Market

Event Date

September 16, 2009

Location

Chicago, IL

Description

Michael J. Scotti, III and Michael T. Franz are featured faculty members at “Community Associations in a Distressed Market,” a seminar sponsored by the National Business Institute, to be held in Chicago. 

Program Description 
Effectively Represent Community Associations in Distressed Market Times  

A sluggish housing market, rising foreclosures and bankruptcy all spell economic hardship for community associations and unit owners. Do you know the best ways to move forward with claims and handle governance issues amplified by a distressed market? Learn what options are available, gain practical tips and strategies, and ensure you're up to date on laws affecting how associations must conduct business. Register today!
 

  • Effectively litigate construction defect, warranty and representation claims against developers and contractors.
  • Maximize your chances of collecting delinquent assessments with tips from our experienced faculty.
  • Understand how foreclosure and bankruptcy impede collection actions and how to obtain relief from stay.
  • Know when it's worth the association's time to file or foreclose on a lien.
  • Stay up to date on legislation and court decisions affecting how associations must conduct business.
  • Successfully resolve disputes between unit owners and associations that come to a head in distressed market situations.
  • Maintain a reputable practice by avoiding ethical pitfalls.

Who Should Attend 
This intermediate level seminar is geared towards professionals who would like to increase their expertise and skills in working with condominiums, homeowners' associations and community associations. Those who should attend include:

  • Attorneys
  • Property Managers
  • Homeowners' Association Board Members
  • Developers
  • Contractors

Course Content 

  • Prosecuting and Defending Association Matters
  • Association Collections
  • Ethical Considerations
  • Governance Issues in a Distressed Market  

Continuing Education Credits
Continuing Legal Education – CLE: 6.00 

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