General Litigation

At Schneider Buchel LLP, litigation is at the heart of what we do. When disputes escalate beyond negotiation or management, our litigation team provides aggressive, results-driven advocacy to protect the interests of New York’s HOAs, condominium boards, and co-op boards. With more than 20 years of experience exclusively in community association law, we understand the issues that matter most to boards and know how to win in and out of the courtroom.

Why Choose Schneider Buchel for Litigation?

Community association disputes often involve high stakes: governance authority, financial stability, or the collective rights of residents. Our firm’s size, resources, and departmentalized structure mean you won’t get a generalist. You’ll work with litigation attorneys who focus solely on disputes for community associations. We combine trial-tested experience with a practical, cost-efficient approach to deliver the best possible outcomes for our clients.

Common Issues We Litigate

Our general litigation attorneys regularly represent boards in a wide variety of disputes, including:

Election challenges and governance disputes
Vendor and contractor disagreements outside of construction
Enforcement of bylaws, rules, and policies
Member-to-member disputes requiring board intervention
Disputes with former board members or managing agents
Collection and foreclosure actions requiring litigation support

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Our Litigation Process

At Schneider Buchel, we understand that prolonged litigation can drain an association’s resources and disrupt community harmony. That’s why we take a structured, high-touch approach designed to resolve disputes efficiently and effectively.

Our process includes:

Early case evaluation and risk assessment
Review of governing documents, bylaws, and contracts
Evidence gathering and witness preparation
Strategic negotiation and mediation where appropriate
Aggressive courtroom representation when litigation is unavoidable
Appeals support to protect long-term interests

Protecting Your Community’s Future

Litigation is sometimes the only path to protecting a community’s rights, finances, and stability. Our attorneys combine legal precision with an understanding of the unique pressures boards face as volunteers and fiduciaries. We fight hard for favorable results while keeping your association’s bigger picture in focus.

Schedule a Consultation

If your association is facing a dispute that may require litigation, don’t wait until the matter escalates further. Contact Schneider Buchel LLP today to speak with our experienced litigation team and learn how we can protect your community’s interests in court and beyond.