Trusted by Long Island Associations for Transactional Law

Community associations across Long Island rely on Schneider Buchel to manage their transactional legal needs with clarity and efficiency. With decades of focused experience, we handle the full range of matters—from document amendments and capital project agreements to governance structuring and contract negotiation. Our approach combines real-world board insight with deep legal knowledge, ensuring every transaction is handled with care and foresight. For Nassau and Suffolk County clients, we offer unmatched reliability and responsiveness.

Established Success in Community Transactions

We bring a long history of success in community association transactional law. Our attorneys guide clients through refinances, vendor negotiations, document overhauls, and organizational planning with precision. Having managed high-stakes matters with multimillion-dollar implications, our firm is known for legal solutions that reduce risk, uphold regulatory requirements, and support operational goals. Clients continue to place their trust in our deep knowledge and outcome-driven representation.

Recognized Authorities in the Industry

Professional organizations and trade publications consistently recognize our attorneys for their contributions to community association and real estate law. We write on key legal topics, lead CLE presentations, and consult on governance policies shaping today’s associations. Our role as thought leaders helps clients anticipate challenges and implement changes that protect their long-term interests in an increasingly regulated legal landscape.

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Comprehensive Transactional Counsel

We offer robust legal services for the wide-ranging transactional matters that arise in community governance, real estate operations, and corporate development. Our team focuses on providing strategic, compliant, and risk-aware legal solutions. Working closely with clients, we tailor transaction structures that address immediate priorities and align with long-term organizational objectives.

Governing Documents

From initial development to ongoing administration, we assist associations with creating governing documents that reflect legal requirements and real-world functionality.

Our attorneys help boards maintain compliance and clarity by providing:

  • Employment agreements for community association staff
  • Declaration and bylaws preparation and amendments
  • Board contracts and vendor agreements
  • Management agreements and service contracts
  • House rules and regulations
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Real Estate Transactions

We handle real estate transactions with a focus on legal integrity, regulatory alignment, and long-term strategy. Our attorneys bring a deep understanding of how these transactions intersect with governance, risk, and financial health. Our transactional law services for associations include:

  • Title searches and property surveys
  • Easement and encroachment agreements
  • Development and construction contracts
  • Co-op and condominium conversions
  • Commercial lease negotiations for association-owned spaces
  • Purchase and sale agreements for association properties
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Client Testimonials What Our Clients Have To Say

Highly skilled at navigating the complex web of laws that apply only to associations.

John, Board Member

Your diligence and commitment to our community has been the catalyst to solving our delinquencies.

Ralph, Board President

Your professionalism and strong determination was the leading factor in winning all of our litigations.

Steve, Board President

We've had the pleasure of working with this exceptional law firm over 25 years and couldn't be more impressed.

Paul, Property Manager

Extremely competent and an exceptional ability to communicate effectively with Board Members.

Alexis, Board Member

Deep expertise in HOA law and strong commitment to protecting the best interests of our community.

Billy, HOA Association

Results-driven and the best choice we ever made. Highly recommended to anyone seeking the best legal counsel.

Steven, Co-op Association

I am a property manager and have used Schneider Buchel for many years. They are extremely experienced in coop/condo law. Pete Weintraub recently advised a Coop Board on adopting a fine policy. He helped the Board develop the policy and gave them expert guidance on the process to get it approved by the shareholders. I highly recommend both the firm and Pete.

Richard Rush

Top Notch law firm. We entrusted Schneider Buchel LLP over the years as they provide us with their expertise on Co-Op Law. Justin Buchel has demonstrated his unwavering commitment to us, provides top tier representation and always delivers positive outcomes. Thank you.

Ingrid Baerwald

I've had the pleasure of working with Victoria Waller for a luxury condominium in the heart of Gramercy and can say, hands down, she is one of the best! Her construction background is just a bonus to her work ethic, professionalism, and thoroughness! When Victoria is involved, clients are confident that their concerns will be heard and addressed timely.

Maribel Vega

The firm exemplifies a high level of professionalism and great attention to detail. Throughout my years of experience collaborating with various firms in the industry, I have found this particular firm to be the most responsive and professional. Notably, Victoria Waller, who is extremely competent and has an exceptional ability to communicate effectively with Board Members, providing thorough explanations.

Alexis Fritz

We have had nothing but excellent interactions with Victoria Waller and the team at Schneider Buchel. Her advice is on point, clear and practical. She's readily available and always responds to messages and emails. She's a great addition to the team.

Tom Flood

Schneider Buchel LLP have represented our cooperative for over 20 years. Their staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and on target no matter what issue we present. They are result driven and the best choice we ever made. I highly recommend them to anyone seeking the very best legal counsel.

Steven Liss

I am an attorney in Florida and I have known Marc personally and professionally for almost 10 years. I would not hesitate in sending him any work relating to HOA or COA law; his expertise is amazing, and his ethics are second to none.

Craig Goldenfarb

Great law firm! Everyone is extremely helpful when dealing with all of our co-op issues. Big shout out to Anda! She is on top of everything all the time and constantly updates us! Highly recommend!

Lori Max

Love working with Victoria. She is very attentive and responses very quickly to e mails and calls. Working with Victoria makes the transactions go smooth and easy.:)

Elham Danialian

Marc has unmatched focus on everything an association needs to be successful and well run. His firm truly is one of the top in the country for this very specific area of law.

John Lin McCraw

I would like to share my experiences with this firm. All of my dealings with the entire team have been exceptional. All matters are dealt with efficiently, effectively and professionally. The level of expertise is beyond compare.

Joei Losito

Mortgage Financing

Our attorneys represent community associations in securing optimal financing for capital projects and refinancing initiatives. With extensive experience in lender negotiations, we craft lending strategies that respect fiduciary responsibilities while reducing financial risk and improving budget efficiency across a wide range of property types.

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Preeminent Specialists Meet Our Attorney Teams

At Schneider Buchel, every attorney is focused on a specific area of Community Association Law. When legal issues arise, you don’t get a generalist. Here, you get a coordinated team of legal specialists, each bringing deep experience in their field. Whether it’s day-to-day governance, contract negotiation, or complex litigation, you have the right attorney with the right experience working to protect your community’s interest and deliver the legal outcome you need.

Transactional Department:

Handles all day-to-day legal needs, including governance and contract matters.

Landlord-Tenant & Foreclosures Department:

Manages complex disputes and represents boards and associations in court.

Real Estate Department:

Specialists in all real estate transactions—drafting and negotiating leases, closings, etc.

Litigation Department:

Manages complex disputes and represents boards and associations in court.

Partners:

Lead the firm with deep expertise in community association and real estate law.

Marc H. Schneider

CEO and Managing Partner

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Justin S. Buchel

Partner

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George J. Mullane

Foreclosure and Landlord-Tenant Department Chair

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Cassidy R. Kalmenson

Landlord-Tenant Litigation Attorney

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Ivana Garbowski

Foreclosure Attorney

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Jason Goodman

Transactional Department Chair

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Jason Mohabir

Landlord-Tenant Litigation Attorney

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Mitchell J. Flachner

Litigation Department Chair

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Amy Zamir

Attorney

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Pete Weintraub

Attorney

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Sloan Zarkin

Attorney

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Suzanne Player

Foreclosure Attorney

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Vanessa Wilcox

Attorney

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Victoria M. Waller

Real Estate Department Chair

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Jennifer L. Anderson

Paralegal

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Idalia Innocent

Paralegal

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Margarita Morales

Paralegal

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Meet Our Founder & CEO Marc H. Schneider, Esq

Having served as a Board President of a community association himself, Marc knows firsthand the unique needs of associations and what it takes to protect and elevate a community for all. He built his entire New York law practice around meeting and solving these needs. Today Schneider Buchel is very much a reflection of Marc’s personal affection for and sense of commitment to the people who manage community associations.

Group icon media Former Board President of a NY Community Assn.
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Co-Chair icon media Co-Chair NY State Bar Condo & Co-Op Committee
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Legal Compliance

We support associations in staying compliant with all relevant laws and evolving mandates. Our regulatory counsel helps boards navigate risk, safeguard operations, and remain aligned with governing standards.

We regularly advise on a wide range of legal compliance matters, including:

  • Environmental compliance and remediation agreements.
  • Construction lien law compliance.
  • Fair housing and accessibility compliance.
  • Insurance and risk management agreements.
  • Securities compliance for cooperative corporations.

Corporate Finance

We help associations manage high-level financing transactions while aligning with compliance obligations and governance frameworks. Our team builds financially sound solutions that ensure strategic outcomes. Services include:

  • Inter-creditor agreements and subordination arrangements
  • Capital improvement funding mechanisms
  • Tax-exempt financing structures
  • Reserve fund management and investment agreements
  • Bond issuances and municipal financing
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Reach out to Schneider Buchel for legal counsel tailored to the unique transactional challenges facing Long Island community associations and real estate entities. Our team delivers results-oriented solutions that uphold your obligations, protect your interests, and support the success of your real estate or association transaction from contract through closing.

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