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Two Roads Development’s efforts to terminate and demolish a Miami condo remains blocked after a ruling by the Florida Supreme…

FL Supreme Court Denies Two Roads Rehearing in Buyout Case

3 days ago

Miami and West Palm Beach-based Two Roads has long planned to develop an Edition Residenceson the site of the former…

Florida Condo Owners Score Legal Victory in Fight Over $35,000 Special Assessment

6 days ago

The owners and condo board at 1060 Brickell Condos, a two-tower, 45-story luxury high-rise in Miami have been embroiled in…

Brickell condo owners notch big win in legal battle with association – The Real Deal

2 weeks ago

Court ordered the association, led by Jacob Kassel. to turn over control, records to winners of recall effort Nearly a…

Avila v. Biscayne 21: Third District Reinforces Declaration Unanimous Consent Requirements for Condominium Terminations

3 weeks ago

The Florida Third District Court of Appeal’s revised opinion in Avila v. Biscayne 21 Condo., Inc., 50 Fla. L. Weekly…

Can a Condominium Association Restrict a Unit Owner’s Attorney from Attending a Meeting?

3 weeks ago

The issue of whether a condominium association can restrict a unit owner’s attorney from attending a meeting is a common…

1-Hour Continuing Education Legal Updates

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Join Jonathan Goldstein, Marnie Dale Ragan, and Rebecca Casamayor on October 14th at 12PM for a 1-Hour CE Legal Updates…

What Every Real Estate Investor Should Know About Joint Venture Agreements

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As the real estate market continues to attract investors from across the country, more parties are teaming up to pursue…

Haber Law Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Best Lawyers in America® and Ones to Watch®

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Eleven Attorneys Earn National Recognition for Achievements in Condominium and HOA, Construction, Real Estate, and Business Litigation Law MIAMI (August…

2025 Condo Connect Summit

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Join Jacob Epstein, Partner and Co-Chair of the Construction Law Group at Haber Law, for a timely and insightful panel…

Weather Economic Uncertainty With Confidence- FLCAJ

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Financial planning for community associations goes beyond line items and spreadsheets—it requires legal awareness to anticipate and manage risk.  

Haber Law Construction Law Attorney Achieves Florida Bar Board Certification

3 months ago

Kara Olesky's Florida Bar recognition marks a significant milestone in her legal career MIAMI — Aug. 1, 2025 — Haber…

Preparing for and Conducting a Productive Meet and Confer Under Rule 1.202 – Daily Business Review

3 months ago

It appears to be the position of the Florida Supreme Court and its legions of trial court judges that, if…

Turmoil at Brickell condo complex over money and power-The Real Deal

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A group of unit owners at a two-tower condo on Brickell Avenue in Miami voted to oust their association president…

Construction Damages in Negligence v. Breach of Contract Cases

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Those who have purchased condominium units or who have lived in new condominium buildings may be familiar with what attorneys…

2025 Condominium Legislation UPDATE

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Are you a Florida Condo owner? On June 23, 2025, Governor Ron DeSantis signed House Bill 913 (“HB 913” or…

Construction damages in negligence v. breach of contract cases

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Those who have purchased condominium units or who have lived in new condominium buildings may be familiar with what attorneys…

What Florida Condo Owners Need To Know as Reform Bill Takes Effect on July 1-Realtor.com

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In the wake of mounting financial pressure and persistent safety concerns, Florida condo owners are finally getting a break as a new…

Navigating legalities for the volatile condo market

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Understanding Changes to the Built Environment After the Surfside Collapse  

Condo crisis grows as 75-year-old HOA goes bankrupt under $50M debt… experts warn more at risk

4 months ago

A Miami condominium association has filed for bankruptcy, buried under tens of millions in debt.  

The Jabot Podcast -3 Powerhouse Women At The Heart Of Evolving Florida Condo Law with Marnie Dale Ragan, Ariella Gutman, and Kara Olesky.

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In this episode, host Kathryn Rubino chats with Marnie Dale Ragan, Ariella Gutman, and Kara Olesky. They share insights on…

2025 Super Lawyers Announcement

4 months ago

Haber Law is proud to announce that 12 attorneys at the firm have been named to the 2025 Florida Super…

FLCAJ–Prepare for Disaster From Contract to Aftermath

4 months ago

When it comes to any potential emergency, including hurricanes, Haber Law strongly recommends that associations conduct workshops and implement an…

Florida’s Haber Law Taps Duo To Lead Construction Practice- Law360

5 months ago

Florida law firm Haber Law has selected a pair of longtime construction law attorneys to lead its practice group in…

Haber Law Appoints Dan Levin and Jacob Epstein Co-Chairs of Construction Law Practice

5 months ago

Appointment reaffirms the practice’s strength and the Firm’s commitment to continued growth and exceptional service across South Florida   MIAMI,…

The Successful Mediation of a Family Business Dispute-The Daily Business Review

5 months ago

Like in any mediation, the first question a good mediator must answer is—what are the parties’ goals? Are the business…

CEU Course: Design – Build Renovations

6 months ago

Join us for an exclusive Continuing Education (CEU) course designed to provide valuable insights into the design-build renovation process. Register…

How contractors can mitigate the risks of joint ventures-Construction Dive

6 months ago

Crews placed the final steel beam atop the $2.1 billion Buffalo Bills stadium in Orchard Park, New York, last month,…

Florida condo crisis: Legislature’s two approaches to fixing association financial woes- The Palm Beach Post

6 months ago

New state regulations designed to forestall another deadly disaster like the Surfside condominium collapse have triggered widespread financial calamities for…

Florida Bill Aimed At Condo Regulations Prompts Lawyers to Prepare for Wave of Work–Daily Business Review

6 months ago

House Bill 913 is in the process of moving through Florida’s legislature, and it promises to make consequential changes regarding condo…

4-Hour Condo Board Certification Training

7 months ago

Join us for our Condo Board Certification Training, with partners Jonathan Goldstein, Darrin Gursky, Marnie Dale Ragan, Justin Smith, Kyle…

Marnie Dale Ragan Named Equity Partner at Haber Law

7 months ago

Haber Law is pleased to announce the promotion of Marnie Dale Ragan to Equity Partner.

The Looming Threat to Office Buildings: Uncle Sam Is Downsizing–Daily Business Review

7 months ago

Budget pressures, coupled with evolving agency needs, are driving a shift away from large, traditional office spaces. This prospect raises…

Only in America! Don King slapped with foreclosure lawsuit alleging $5M default-The Real Deal

7 months ago

A lender is going toe-to-toe with Don King, alleging the Donald Trump loving boxing promoter defaulted on a $5.3 million…

Boxing promoter Don King named in multimillion-dollar foreclosure lawsuit

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Legendary boxing promotor Don King was named in a $5.35 million foreclosure lawsuit over his headquarters complex in Deerfield Beach.

Fla. Coverage Bill Could Add Pressure To StrugglingCondos-Law 360

7 months ago

A Florida bill that would require condominium associations tocomply with building safety laws or risk their last-resort insurance option is…

Construction Projects Best Practices

8 months ago

Join us for our Construction Projects Best Practices webinar, with partners Jacob Epstein and Daniel Jovanov. Register here.

2025 Is a Great Year to Serve on the Board of Directors – FCAP

8 months ago

The role of board member is essential to community association living. The role can be satisfying when the community is…

Board Certification Course

8 months ago

Join us for a webinar with Jonathan & Marnie on Board Certification Course. Register here.

Consent and Recordings Under Florida Law

9 months ago

In the past year, the Haber Law litigation department has been asked a number of times a relatively straightforward question,…

Avoiding rabbit holes – A short guide for clients

9 months ago

A rabbit hole, in the legal business, may be defined as an unnecessary sojourn into an unrelated matter not connected…

Uniform Partition of Heirs Property Act

9 months ago

Imagine a scenario in which you, your sister, and your brother inherit a valuable piece of commercial property in Miami…

What Condominium Associations can do to Stop Unruly Behavior by Uncooperative Unit Owners

9 months ago

Please join us on Thursday, January 23 at 1 pm to hear how Haber Law attorneys Roger Slade and Annie Schneider have…

Considerations and Best Practices for New Condominium Contract Approval Requirements – FCAP

10 months ago

Condominium associations are required to attach proposed contracts to board meeting notices. This new requirement is intended to increase transparency…

Florida’s Condo Crisis: Can Condo Owners Recover?

10 months ago

Florida's condo market is under immense pressure from new regulations requiring inspections and expensive repairs.

Marnie Dale Ragan Recognized as Florida Trend Legal Elite NOTABLE – Women Leaders in Law

11 months ago

ST. PETERSBURG, FL – Haber Law, Miami - Marnie Ragan was recently recognized in the 2024 Florida Trend Legal Elite…

$15,000 check raises new questions about former Aventura condo president accused of stealing $1.5 million from association

1 year ago

David Haber, the founding partner of Haber Law, spoke with WSVN in regards to the $15,000 check that raised new…

Welcome Home, Snowbirds! – FCAP

1 year ago

Welcome back, snowbirds. Is your property a candidate for patio furniture restoration? Condominiums, country clubs, and HOAs with old and…

Making a list and checking it twice? No, It’s not Christmas, it’s new Records Request Requirements

1 year ago

If you’re one of those people who finds checking things off a list or making a chart oddly satisfying, then…

Crunch Time: Implementing Structural Integrity Reserve Study (SIRS) Requirements

1 year ago

With budget season and the Structural Integrity Reserves Study (SIRS) deadline fast approaching, condominium associations should already be considering how…

Navigating the New Statutory Requirement of Attaching Contracts to Meeting Notices

1 year ago

Recent amendments to Chapter 718, Florida Statutes, have introduced a new obligation for condominium associations to attach proposed contracts to…

New Fining Process for HOAs Under Chapter 720

1 year ago

In the rapidly changing landscape of condominium and homeowner association living lately, we have seen numerous modifications to the Florida…

Attorney offers tips to avoid fraud within your HOA

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David Haber, the founding partner of Haber Law, said HOAs need board meetings on a regular basis, financial transparency, and…

DeSantis holds roundtable discussion in Tampa to discuss condo owners’ deadline-WSVN

1 year ago

David Haber spoke to WSVN to highlight the significant financial burden that Florida’s condo owners face due to the state-mandated…

Haber Law Promotes Kara Olesky and Daniel Jovanov to Partners in the Construction Law Group

1 year ago

MIAMI, Fla. - September 16, 2024 - Haber Law today announced that associates Kara Olesky and Daniel Jovanov have been…

Judge rules man pointing rifle in Miami Beach cannot return to condo after attorney files motion accusing him of erratic behavior-WSVN

1 year ago

Annie Schneider spoke to WSVN about the emergency motion to ban Kelvin Veras from a South Beach condo after he…

Ley de reservas de condóminos en Florida. ¿Qué debemos saber?

1 year ago

Ariella Gutman habló con América TeVé sobre la ley de reservas que fue aprobada en mayo del 2022 y obliga…

State of the Condo Market Breakdown

1 year ago

David Podein sat down with Omar DeWindt from the Miami Real Estate Podcast to discuss the current landscape of Miami's…

The Real Deal Movers and Shakers

1 year ago

Miami-based Haber Law is adding Jonathan Beloff and his Beloff Law team to boost its real estate law practice, according…

Haber Law Continues Growth With Team From Beloff Law

1 year ago

Miami's Haber Law is continuing its growth spurt with the addition of a team from Beloff Law PA, including its…

Winning is Just the First Step: A Quick Look into the Post-Judgment Collection Process

1 year ago

After a grueling 4-day trial full of witnesses, questioning, and jury deliberation, the Judge finally announces, “Verdict in favor of…

FTC Non-Compete Clauses ACT

1 year ago

On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) made a defining decision regarding non-compete clauses, marking a momentous shift…

Show Me What You’ve Got! Expedited Foreclosures Explained

1 year ago

Below is a brief primer designed to explain to lenders how the rules of Florida real property foreclosures have evolved…

The Anatomy of a Settlement

1 year ago

It is well documented that over ninety percent (90%) of civil cases settle before trial. Nonetheless, many clients of our…

Haber Law Attorneys Honored Among 2025 Best Lawyers in America®

1 year ago

Ten Attorneys from the Miami-Based Firm Recognized for Excellence Across Multiple Practice Areas, Including Complex Business Litigation, Construction Law, and…

Miami condo HOA fees rose double-digits each year since 2019 – Miami Herald

1 year ago

Condo HOA fees jumped 60% in South Florida in past 5 years. Why higher costs are ahead by REBECCA SAN…

It’s Always Better to Be Ready – FCAP

1 year ago

These phrases can have varying effects, instilling fear or the misguided belief that a storm is a reason to celebrate.

2024 Florida Legislative Recap: SB 382 Modifies Continuing Education Requirements for CAMs

1 year ago

This summer, Governor Ron DeSantis signed several Bills that directly affect condominium, homeowners’, and cooperative associations. On May 17, 2024,…

Good Fences, Bad Neighbors

1 year ago

Many Americans dream of the time in their lives when they can comfortably retire, find a home near the ocean,…

Weathering the Storm New Legislation Offers Mitigation Assistance to Florida Condominiums – FCAP

1 year ago

Every year between the months of June and November, residents all over the Sunshine State brace themselves for hurricane season.

2024 Legislative Session Recap HB 1021 Provides New Updates to Florida Condominium Laws

1 year ago

2024 Legislative Session Recap HB 1021 Provides New Updates to Florida Condominium Laws   Click here to view.

Thou Shall Timely—and Completely—Respond to Records Requests: Fifth District Court of Appeal Cracks Down on HOA Obligation to Produce Official Records to Owners

1 year ago

At some point, every community association—whether it be an HOA, condominium, or co-op—has encountered a records inspection request and understands…

Haber Law Attorneys Named as Florida Super Lawyers 2024

1 year ago

MIAMI, Fla. (June 24, 2024) -- For another consecutive year, Haber Law is pleased to announce that six attorneys at…

Proactive Measures to Mitigate Payment Disputes on Construction Projects

1 year ago

Contractors, like any skilled professional, expect to be paid for their work. In exchange, owners expect to receive a completed…

A Guide to HB 1203 and its Impact on Florida Homeowners’ Associations

1 year ago

A Guide to HB 1203 and its Impact on Florida Homeowners’ Associations   Click here to view.

2024 HOA Legislative Update: Summary of HB 59 and HB 293

1 year ago

May 28, 2024, was a big day for homeowners’ associations across the Sunshine State. Governor Ron DeSantis signed two bills…

Addressing Lender’s Requests for Litigation Status Updates and Financial Health

1 year ago

When a prospective sale of a condominium unit is underway, lenders often require detailed information about the condominium association’s litigation…

The Declaration in Your Condominium is a Contract and You Should Read it Before You Buy

1 year ago

For many first time condominium purchasers, a declaration of condominium can seem like another hundred page paper that is incidental…

Litigation Privilege: Your Right to Speak the Truth in a Court of Law

1 year ago

Imagine you have filed a lawsuit against the former contracting company completing renovations on your commercial property. In the midst…

Mom Loved Me More Than She Loved You – Undue Influence Claims Relating to the Execution of a Will in Florida

1 year ago

You may be surprised to learn that the question of who was the favorite son or daughter persists, even after…

Miami law firm expands with 2 new offices

1 year ago

The law firm opened a new office in downtown Fort Lauderdale and sublet space for a new outpost in Palm…

Fla. Construction Boutique Expands Sunshine State Footprint

1 year ago

Miami-based Habel Law set up shop in two new cities in South Florida to expand its reach and respond to…

What’s in a name? The potential risks of Miami luxury branded condominiums | Opinion

1 year ago

In the world of high-end residential real estate, developers are constantly pushing the boundaries of “luxury,” searching to meet the…

Can’t We All Just Get Along? When to Consider Implementing a Code of Conduct for a Board of Directors

2 years ago

The reading of a community association’s election results can be filled with mixed emotions ranging from anticipation, to worry, to…

10 Things to Consider When Drafting Law Firm Partnership Agreements

2 years ago

A well-drafted partnership agreement among law firm partners is often the initial step to long-term success.

Nilka Gomez Named COO at Haber Law

2 years ago

The leadership team at Haber Law today announced the promotion of long-time office administrator, Nilka Gomez, to the position of…

Haber Law Prevails in Lawsuit on Behalf of South Miami Market

2 years ago

Haber Law Equity Partner Roger Slade and Senior Associate Eddie Holiday prevailed in a two and a half day trial…

“Even more difficult.” Here’s how South Florida’s condo buyout landscape will shift following landmark ruling

2 years ago

The developer of the planned Edition Residences in Miami’s Edgewater is on unforeseen footing after a recent ruling that could…

Valencia Fire Renews Concerns Over Materials, Insurance

2 years ago

A deadly apartment fire in Valencia, Spain, is drawing renewed attention to the use of flammable materials on building exteriors,…

All Things Must Pass

2 years ago

Partner, Roger Slade, authors an article in "Litigation" a publication of the American Bar Association Litigation section.  

Understanding Director Conflicts of Interest in Florida Condominium Associations

2 years ago

In the realm of condominium associations in Florida, directors play a crucial role in decision-making processes. However, their actions must…

Mastering Construction Contract Negotiations

2 years ago

Negotiating construction contracts is a crucial skill for contractors, design parties, and developers operating in Florida's bustling construction industry. The…

Balancing Justice and Motherhood: A Day in the Life of Ariella Gutman, Partner at Haber Law

2 years ago

In this episode, Ariella Gutman, Partner at Haber Law and a remarkable lady lawyer, discussed how she has mastered the…

Navigating Miami’s Condo Crisis: Purchasing, Terminations, & Insurance | David Podein

2 years ago

On The Real Estate Dealmakers Podcast, David Podein, an Equity Partner with Haber Law shares his insights on navigating Miami's…

Construction Litigation Expected to Trend Up in 2024 Following Miami’s Building Frenzy

2 years ago

“Construction is at the heart of our economy. As our construction industry grows, our economy grows,” said Franchesco Soto, chair…

Corporate Transparency Act: Fast-Approaching Deadlines, Compliance Information and Reporting Requirements

2 years ago

The Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) was established as part of the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020 and is focused on…

Good Neighbor Agreements: Navigating Post-Surfside Construction Safety in S. Fla’.s New Golden Age

2 years ago

How can an association or developer protect its rights against difficult, meddlesome or all-out dangerous neighbors? The answer is simple,…

Finding Legal Solutions for Developers + Associations with Real Estate Attorney Alexander Leon

2 years ago

Representing real estate developers and condo associations both come with unique skill sets with the multitude of issues that arise…

How Miami Law Firms Combined To Meet Condo Law Demand

2 years ago

To help meet a spike in the demand for condominium and construction law expertise in South Florida, Haber Law recently…

Movers & Shakers: Haber Law and Gursky Ragan announce merger

2 years ago

In Miami, the real estate-focused firm Haber Law is expanding through a merger with Gursky Ragan, P.A., according to a…