Community Association Law

The Toohey Law Firm is one of only a handful of law firms in Minnesota with the experience and expertise to provide effective and efficient representation in the area of Community Association Law.

We have many years of experience representing condominium, townhomes, and single-family homeowner associations, as well as cooperatives and planned communities across Minneapolis, St. Paul, Hennepin County, and the broader Twin Cities metro area. We have the expertise to represent community associations in addressing their many and varied legal needs.

Whether your board is navigating the complexities of the Minnesota Common Interest Ownership Act (MCIOA / Chapter 515B) or dealing with day-to-day governance challenges, having a dedicated Minnesota HOA attorney on your side is critical to protecting the association’s financial health and community standards.

Our services cover the full spectrum of legal issues faced by community associations, including:

HOA Collections and Delinquent Assessments
Unpaid dues can cripple an association’s operating budget. Our HOA collections attorneys handle the entire process of collecting delinquent assessments, including demand letters, lien preparation, and foreclosure proceedings. We ensure compliance with state and federal debt collection laws while maximizing the recovery of unpaid assessments, late fees, and legal costs.

Governing Document Preparation and Amendments
Outdated declarations and bylaws can leave an association vulnerable to disputes. We assist boards in preparing, amending, and interpreting governing documents to ensure they comply with current Minnesota law, including MCIOA, and accurately reflect the community’s needs.

Covenant Enforcement and Dispute Resolution
When homeowners violate community rules, prompt and fair enforcement is essential. We provide legal counsel on covenant enforcement strategies, issue formal violation notices, and, when necessary, represent the association in litigation or alternative dispute resolution to compel compliance.

Board Governance and Opinion Letters
Navigating the legal responsibilities of an HOA board can be daunting. We provide opinion letters and general counsel to association boards on a variety of day-to-day and strategic matters, including fiduciary duties, meeting procedures, voting requirements, and fair housing compliance.

Vendor Contracts and Insurance Issues
Associations regularly enter into contracts for property management, landscaping, snow removal, and major repairs. We review and negotiate vendor contracts to protect the association’s interests. Additionally, we assist boards in navigating complex insurance claims and coverage disputes following property damage.