HOA Disputes

Legal Representation for HOAs & Property Managers

At Cantley Law Firm, we work with homeowner associations (HOAs), community boards, and property management companies across Colorado to address legal disputes tied to construction defects, contract breaches, and operational issues. Your association has a responsibility to maintain the property, safeguard its value, and enforce its governing documents. When problems arise, you need a seasoned attorney who understands association law and construction/real-estate litigation.

Whether you’re pursuing a claim against a developer, contractor, or vendor for defective work in common areas or defending the association in disputes with homeowners, our firm provides the strategic guidance and legal advocacy your community deserves.

Types of HOA & Property-Association Disputes We Handle

• Construction defect claims involving common area elements (roofs, parking structures, sidewalks, stairs, amenities)
• Improper construction or latent defects in clubhouse, pool, landscaping, or amenities
• Transition-phase conflicts between the developer and the HOA upon turnover of control
• Enforcement of warranty and contract rights when builders or contractors fail to perform
• Board/HOA member disputes regarding architectural approvals, assessments, fees, or maintenance obligations
• Claims involving contractor negligence, duty failures, and code violations

What our HOA Dispute process involves

• Initial review of governing documents & defect history – We examine the association’s CC&Rs, bylaws, warranty, and contract files and records of maintenance and defects.
• Liability assessment & claim strategy – We identify responsible parties (contractor, developer, vendor, designer, engineer), evaluate rights under warranty or contract, and quantify costs of repair, delay, or reduced property value.
• Demand, negotiation & resolution efforts – We engage with opposing parties to pursue settlement or corrective work before active litigation, saving time and cost for the association.
• Litigation or dispute enforcement – If a settlement isn’t possible, we prepare the case for court or arbitration: filing claims, managing discovery, retaining expert testimony, filing motions, and preparing for trial, if necessary.
• Board advisement and risk mitigation – We help the association understand governance responsibilities, manage repair programs, and avoid future liability by building smart maintenance and oversight strategies.

 Why Our Expertise Matters in HOA Disputes

• Your association’s interests are unlike standard homeowner disputes – they involve collective property value, developer turnover, vendor contracts, and long-term community governance.
• You need expertise in construction defect law, community association litigation, and warranty and contract enforcement.
• We provide strategic insight into how to preserve property value, enforce vendor performance, and protect the association’s budget and reputation.
• We offer clear communication – your board and managers will receive realistic assessments of risk, cost, and timing, helping you make informed decisions.