Transactional Law

Name: Transactional Law
Brand: Schneider Buchel LLP
Rating: 4.4 (36 reviews)

With over two decades of focused experience serving New York communities, our attorneys deeply understand the intricate legal frameworks that govern community associations, corporations, and real estate matters. Consult with Schneider Buchel LLP today.

Choosing Schneider Buchel to Handle Your Transactional Law Needs

As a firm dedicated to serving community associations, we handle a comprehensive range of transactional law needs associated with our clients. Our preeminence in community association law stems from years of focused practice addressing the unique legal challenges faced by boards, corporations, and real estate professionals throughout New York. This includes contract drafting and review, underlying mortgages and refinances in co-ops, and repair loans and financing for HOAs and condominiums to support capital projects. Successful transactional work requires legal acumen and practical business insight to achieve favorable client outcomes. Our transactional team also handles underlying mortgage refinances for co-ops as well as repair loans and financing arrangements for HOAs and condominiums to support major projects.

Proven Track Record

Our attorney team has a proven track record, having successfully completed thousands of transactions involving community associations and real estate matters. From intricate cooperative transformations to elaborate capital structures, we have shepherded clients through high-value transactions while safeguarding their priorities throughout each phase. Our firm cultivates enduring partnerships with sector specialists, demonstrating the reliability and assurance that clients invest in our legal representation.

Industry Recognition

Leading industry publications and professional organizations consistently recognize our lawyers for their contributions to community association and transactional law. We regularly speak at conferences, author legal publications, and provide guidance on emerging trends that affect our clients' operations. Our reputation for excellence extends beyond individual transactions to encompass thought leadership in the evolving landscape of community association governance.

Transactional Law Services We Provide

Our comprehensive transactional law team addresses the full spectrum of legal needs facing community associations, corporations, and real estate professionals.

We provide strategic guidance on complex transactions, with a focus on regulatory compliance and effective risk mitigation. Our transactional lawyers partner closely with clients to structure deals that achieve immediate objectives while supporting long-term strategic goals.

Governing Documents

Our attorneys draft, review, amend, and negotiate the essential legal documents that establish community association frameworks, guaranteeing adherence to statutory requirements and real-world implementation.

We serve both emerging developments and mature communities pursuing updated administrative frameworks in the following ways:

Declaration and bylaws preparation and amendments.
House rules and regulations.
Board contracts and vendor agreements.
Management agreements and service contracts.
Employment agreements for community association staff.

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Real Estate Transactions

Our real estate practice encompasses the complex transactions that define modern community association operations. We handle purchase and sale agreements, development matters, and property transfers with attention to regulatory requirements and market conditions. Real estate transactional law needs include:

Co-op and condominium conversions.
Purchase and sale agreements for association properties.
Development and construction contracts.
Easement and encroachment agreements.
Commercial lease negotiations for association-owned spaces.
Title searches and property surveys.

Legal Compliance

Our regulatory advisory services ensure that community associations fulfill their statutory obligations while maintaining streamlined operations. We provide ongoing guidance on legal mandates, evolving regulations, and industry standards that protect associations from potential liability. At Schneider Buchel, we regularly evaluate compliance matters encompassing:

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

Corporate Finance

We assist community associations with sophisticated financial transactions that support their operational and capital needs.

Our transactional attorneys structure deals that strike a balance between financial objectives and regulatory requirements, as well as governance considerations:

Bond issuances and municipal financing.
Reserve fund management and investment agreements.
Inter-creditor agreements and subordination arrangements.
Tax-exempt financing structures.
Capital improvement funding mechanisms.

Mortgage Financing

We represent community associations in securing favorable financing arrangements for capital improvements, refinancing existing debt, and managing complex lending relationships. Our lawyers understand the unique challenges associations face in the lending market and work to structure deals that meet fiduciary obligations while achieving cost-effective financing solutions.

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

Schedule a Consultation

Contact Schneider Buchel to discuss your transactional law needs with our experienced transactional attorney team. We deliver customized legal guidance tailored to the distinct deal requirements of New York’s co-ops, homeowners' associations, condominium boards, and property industry professionals, ensuring that your agreements yield favorable results while safeguarding your future objectives.