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our mission

At Cowan Boyd, we are on a mission to redefine community association law.

We specialize in community law and focus on understanding your community’s unique needs, while empowering you with clear and trustworthy legal expertise.

OUR EXPERIENCE

Trusted Legal Support, Tailored to You

With over 25 years of combined legal experience, our team of professionals can meet all of your association’s general counsel and litigation needs efficiently and effectively.

OUR SERVICES

Governing Documents

We update outdated Condo, Co-Op, Country Club, or HOA documents to meet Florida law and your community's needs, and prepare amendments for board-requested changes.

Dispute Resolution

We provide mediation, arbitration, and litigation to resolve disputes for Condos, Co-Ops, Country Clubs, and HOAs, representing both sides.

Board Governance

We advise boards on governance and operational procedures to comply with Florida law and documents, offering ongoing legal counsel to associations.

Preservation + Revitalization

We assist HOAs in preserving governing documents under the Marketable Record Title Act and revitalize them if expired or extinguished.

Compliance

We ensure your association complies with federal and state laws, including fair debt collections practices, fair housing requirements, and SIRS and milestone inspections or recertifications.

Violations + Enforcement

We work with the board to establish enforcement procedures. We also create custom templates for violations, fines, and suspensions to address owner non-compliance.

Collections+ Foreclosures

We create collections policies for your community, send statutory notices for unpaid assessments, and pursue foreclosure for delinquent accounts.

Zoning + Land Use

We assist your community with land use and zoning petitions, handling everything from permitting to navigating code enforcement violations.

"As President of my association our experience with Cowan Boyd has been exceptional. They are the best asset our association could have."

ALAN H.

"Cowan Boyd’s knowledge and true concern for us helped our condo association greatly. I recommend Cowan Boyd if you’re seeking legal assistance that’s timely and effective."

LARRY W.

"Cowan Boyd’s professionalism, preparation, and experience set them apart from any other law firm specializing in HOA/Community Law."

Rolene P.

"I worked with Cowan Boyd during my time as a board member for my association. Their breadth and depth of knowledge proved essential for our community."

Lisa R.