Who We Help

At Schneider Buchel LLP, we are proud to be New York’s preeminent law firm dedicated to community association law. With over a century of combined experience and a client base of over 1,000 associations, our attorneys understand the challenges that boards, shareholders, and businesses face daily. Our mission is simple: deliver results-driven legal counsel with the insight, care, and efficiency that communities need to thrive.

Who We Help

Below are the clients we help in New York.

Homeowners Associations Condo Associations Co-op Boards Property Managers

Homeowners Associations

Each homeowners association operates with its own culture, governing documents, and unique community dynamics. We partner closely with HOA boards and management companies to keep operations smooth, compliant, and financially sound.

Our HOA representation includes:

Board governance, fiduciary duty compliance, and board advisory services
Covenant enforcement and architectural review
Assessment collection and lien foreclosures
Contract drafting, review, and negotiation with vendors and service providers
Resident dispute resolution
Construction defect issues and litigation
Loans and financing for capital improvements
Employment and labor law issues
Discrimination claims and reasonable accommodation requests
Comprehensive litigation and dispute resolution, including appeals

Cooperatives

Our attorneys bring decades of experience advising cooperative boards, combining a deep understanding of proprietary lease law with practical governance solutions. Co-ops count on us for efficient resolutions that balance fiduciary responsibilities with the daily needs of their communities.

Our co-op services include:

Maintenance collection and eviction proceedings
Share transfer and transfer agent services
Lease interpretation, amendments, and enforcement
Contract drafting, review, and negotiation
Regulatory compliance and reporting
Shareholder disputes and governance issues
Construction defect claims
Sponsor/unsold shares issues
Mortgage financing
Employment and union disputes
Discrimination and accommodation claims
Litigation and appellate advocacy

Condominium Associations

Condominium boards require practical legal strategies that protect property values and community relationships. We offer comprehensive counsel for all aspects of condominium operations, from governance to complex disputes.

Our condominium representation includes:

Board governance and fiduciary compliance
Assessment collection and lien foreclosures
Common area management and maintenance issues
Vendor and service provider contracts
Bylaw amendments and governance restructuring
Construction defect disputes
Financing and capital improvement projects
Employment and labor law matters
Discrimination and accommodation claims
Comprehensive litigation, including appeals

Commercial Entities

In addition to community association law, our firm provides strategic counsel to businesses across New York. We focus on proactive solutions that minimize risk, protect assets, and support long-term growth.

Our commercial law services include:

Business succession planning and asset protection
Breach of contract and unfair business practices
Business dissolution or breakups
Mechanic’s liens and construction defects
Employment law compliance and litigation
Liquor license violations
Injunctions and emergency relief
Corporate formation and governance
Commercial real estate transactions and litigation
Premises liability
Financing and loans

Appellants

When trial court outcomes demand review, our appellate team is equipped to present persuasive arguments backed by experience and legal precision. We handle appeals with the preparation and strategic insight needed to achieve the strongest possible results.

Why Communities Trust Schneider Buchel

We are more than legal counsel; we are strategic partners in the success of every community we represent.

Insider Perspective

Founder Marc Schneider is a former Community Association Board President, giving him first-hand insight into the challenges boards face. His leadership continues today as Co-Chair of the NYS Bar Association’s Condominiums and Cooperatives Committee, and national publications frequently seek his expertise.

Departmentalized Expertise

Unlike firms that spread attorneys across unrelated practice areas, Schneider Buchel is fully dedicated to community association law. Our attorneys are organized into departments—litigation, collections, landlord-tenant, transactions, and closings—ensuring someone with deep experience handles every matter.

Results With Relationships

Our clients choose us because we deliver outcomes without compromising integrity. We are results-driven but also “hug our client,” providing responsive, transparent, and personal service that fosters lasting trust.

A Statewide Reputation

With over 100 years of combined experience and representation of more than 1,000 associations across New York, our team is known for its preeminence in community association law. We bring unmatched knowledge, resources, and dedication to every matter.

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Contact Schneider Buchel Today

Whether you represent an HOA, co-op, condominium, or business, our experienced attorneys are ready to provide the guidance you need. Contact Schneider Buchel LLP today to schedule a consultation and discover how we can support your community.

Statewide Representation 7 Offices Serving 62 Counties Across New York State

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Long Island Office

Phone

+1 516.990.3707

Address

60 Crossways Park Dr W
Suite 340
Woodbury, NY 11797

NYC Office

Phone

+1 646.453.4977

Address

462 Seventh Avenue
Suite 1600
NYC, NY 10018

Saratoga Office

Phone

+1 518.875.2902

Address

92 Congress St
Suite 200
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Syracuse Office

Phone

+1 315.953.0517

Address

323 James Street
Suite 200
Syracuse, NY 13203

Buffalo Office

Phone

+1 716.274.5880

Address

300 International Dr
Suite 100
Buffalo, NY 14221

Rochester Office

Phone

+1 585.580.1065

Address

75 S Clinton Ave
Suite 510
Rochester, NY 14604

Dutchess County Office

Phone

+1 845.415.6333

Address

37 Academy St.,
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

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Who We Help

Who We Help

Homeowners Associations

Cooperatives

Condominium Associations

Commercial Entities

Appellants

Why Communities Trust Schneider Buchel

Insider Perspective

Departmentalized Expertise

Results With Relationships

A Statewide Reputation

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Contact Schneider Buchel Today

Statewide Representation 7 Offices Serving 62 Counties Across New York State

Long Island Office

NYC Office

Saratoga Office

Syracuse Office

Buffalo Office

Rochester Office

Dutchess County Office

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