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Top-rated condo and HOA lawyers
Condo and HOA lawyers and law firms, ranked by location with the LexRank methodology.
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LexRanked tracks 150 lawyers and 19 law firms in condo and HOA law. 150 of the lawyers have verified professional data. Data verified October 30, 2026.
LexRanked ranks 150 condo and HOA lawyers in Florida in 12 cities; the largest city rankings are Boca Raton (18 lawyers), Coral Gables (11 lawyers) and Fort Lauderdale (11 lawyers). Every position follows the LexRank score, calculated only from facts with a cited source, such as each lawyer's Florida Bar profile; payment never changes a position.
Rankings
13 rankings, each ordering lawyers by the LexRank score; the statewide ranking, which compares every city, comes first.
- Boca Raton
- Coral Gables
- Fort Lauderdale
- Fort Myers
- Hollywood
- Miami
- Naples
- Orlando
- Pompano Beach
- Stuart
- Tampa
- West Palm Beach
Boca Raton
- Condo and HOA · 18 lawyers
Coral Gables
- Condo and HOA · 11 lawyers
Fort Lauderdale
- Condo and HOA · 11 lawyers
Fort Myers
- Condo and HOA · 6 lawyers
Hollywood
- Condo and HOA · 5 lawyers
Miami
- Condo and HOA · 11 lawyers
Naples
- Condo and HOA · 8 lawyers
Orlando
- Condo and HOA · 8 lawyers
Pompano Beach
- Condo and HOA · 5 lawyers
Stuart
- Condo and HOA · 7 lawyers
Tampa
- Condo and HOA · 10 lawyers
West Palm Beach
- Condo and HOA · 9 lawyers
Market statistics
- Lawyers
- 150
- Law firms
- 19
- Verified professional data
- 150 of 150
- Average rating
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- Median review count
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- Median experience
- 28 years150 lawyers
Calculated by LexRanked from its own records on ; data verified . Ratings and review counts count only when backed by a source; figures from fewer than three profiles are withheld.
By city
The highest-scoring lawyers on this page, grouped by city; each ranking above lists every lawyer.
Highest-scoring condo and HOA lawyers
The 12 highest LexRank scores on this page; each profile shows the sources behind its facts.
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What does a condo and HOA lawyer do?
A condo and HOA lawyer represents unit owners, homeowners or associations in disputes over fines, assessments, records, elections, repairs and the association's governing documents.
- Fines and violation hearings
- Assessments, liens and foreclosure
- Access to official records
- Board elections and recalls
- Repairs, inspections and reserves
- Amending the declaration or bylaws
When do you need a condo and HOA lawyer?
Talk to a condo or HOA lawyer when you receive a fine or lien notice, when the board refuses records, or before you sue, because many disputes must go to arbitration or mediation first.
- You received a fine, violation notice or claim of lien
- The association will not provide records
- You dispute a special assessment
- The board faces a structural or reserve problem
Who are the best condo and HOA lawyers in Florida?
The statewide ranking lists the top 25 of the 150 condo and HOA lawyers LexRanked tracks in Florida, in order of their LexRank score. See the best condo and HOA lawyers in Florida.
Where can I find a condo and HOA lawyer in Florida?
Condo and HOA rankings cover 12 Florida cities; Boca Raton has the most lawyers compared (18).
How much does a condo and HOA lawyer cost in Florida?
Condo and HOA lawyers usually bill by the hour; associations often pay a monthly retainer. In many association disputes the prevailing party can recover attorney fees, so ask about that risk early. Under The Florida Bar's rules, a lawyer who has not represented you before must explain the basis or rate of the fee and costs, preferably in writing, and no fee may be clearly excessive.
Florida condo and HOA rules to know
Florida condominiums are governed by chapter 718 and homeowners' associations by chapter 720, and many disputes must go to arbitration or mediation before a lawsuit.
| Rule | What it means |
|---|---|
| Access to records | The association must make official records available within 10 working days (condo) or 10 business days (HOA) of a written request (Fla. Stat. §§ 718.111(12), 720.303(5)) |
| Fines | At most $100 per violation and $1,000 in total, after 14 days' notice and a hearing before a committee of owners (§§ 718.303(3), 720.305(2)) |
| Before suing | Many condo disputes go to nonbinding arbitration with the state (§ 718.1255); many HOA disputes require presuit mediation (§ 720.311) |
| Milestone inspections | Condo buildings three stories or taller need a structural inspection by December 31 of the year they turn 30, then every 10 years (§ 553.899) |
| Reserve studies | Condo associations must complete a structural integrity reserve study at least every 10 years for buildings three stories or taller (§ 718.112(2)(g)) |
What does Board Certified in Condominium and Planned Development Law mean?
It is a credential from The Florida Bar for lawyers with substantial experience in the field who have passed peer review and a written exam. Florida Bar board certification requires at least five years of practice, substantial involvement in the field, peer review by other lawyers and judges, continuing legal education and a written exam, and it must be renewed every five years. About 4.9% of Florida lawyers hold a board certification in any field.
How to choose a condo and HOA lawyer
Confirm the license in The Florida Bar's directory, then compare experience, certification and how often the lawyer handles cases like yours.
- Look up the lawyer in The Florida Bar's directory: the license must show as eligible to practice, and public discipline is listed there.
- Check for Board Certified in Condominium and Planned Development Law, which requires peer review and an exam.
- Ask for the fee agreement in writing before work starts.
- Ask: Do you represent owners, associations or both?
- Ask: Does my dispute need arbitration or mediation first?
- Ask: Could I owe the other side's attorney fees?
How LexRanked ranks condo and HOA lawyers
By the LexRank score: experience, practice-area relevance, awards on record such as board certification, professional credentials, data quality and location, using only facts with a cited source. Client reviews do not affect the LexRank score: neither star ratings nor the number of reviews is scored. Data checked November 2026 against each lawyer's Florida Bar profile. Payment never changes a position. See how we rank.
Guides
Read these before you hire a condo and HOA lawyer:
Sources
- Florida Statutes, section 718.111 (condominium official records)
- Florida Statutes, section 718.112 (structural integrity reserve study)
- Florida Statutes, section 718.303 (condominium fines)
- Florida Statutes, section 718.1255 (condominium dispute resolution)
- Florida Statutes, section 720.303 (HOA official records)
- Florida Statutes, section 720.305 (HOA fines)
- Florida Statutes, section 720.311 (HOA dispute resolution)
- Florida Statutes, section 553.899 (milestone inspections)
- Rules Regulating The Florida Bar, Rule 4-1.5 (fees and costs for legal services)
- The Florida Bar: Find a Lawyer directory
Frequently asked questions
What does a condo and HOA lawyer do?
A condo and HOA lawyer represents unit owners, homeowners or associations in disputes over fines, assessments, records, elections, repairs and the association's governing documents.
How much does a condo and HOA lawyer cost in Florida?
Condo and HOA lawyers usually bill by the hour; associations often pay a monthly retainer. In many association disputes the prevailing party can recover attorney fees, so ask about that risk early.
How much can a Florida HOA or condo association fine me?
Up to $100 per violation and $1,000 in total for a continuing violation, unless an HOA's governing documents allow more, and only after 14 days' written notice and a hearing before a committee of at least three owners.
Do I have to go to arbitration or mediation before suing my association?
Often, yes. Many condominium disputes go first to nonbinding arbitration with the Division of Florida Condominiums, Timeshares and Mobile Homes, and many HOA disputes require a demand for presuit mediation.
When does a Florida condo building need a milestone inspection?
Buildings three habitable stories or taller need one by December 31 of the year the building reaches 30 years of age, and every 10 years after that. Local officials can require it at 25 years near salt water.
Who certifies condominium lawyers in Florida?
The Florida Bar certifies lawyers in Condominium and Planned Development Law after at least five years of practice, peer review and a written exam.
Where are the best condo and HOA lawyers in Florida?
LexRanked ranks condo and HOA lawyers in 12 cities; the largest rankings are Boca Raton (18 lawyers), Coral Gables (11 lawyers) and Fort Lauderdale (11 lawyers). The statewide ranking compares all of them.
How do I check a condo and HOA lawyer's license in Florida?
Search the lawyer's name in The Florida Bar's Find a Lawyer directory: it shows whether the lawyer is eligible to practice, any board certification and public discipline. Concerns about a lawyer go to The Florida Bar's Attorney Consumer Assistance Program (ACAP), 866-352-0707.
Editorially reviewed by LexRanked editorial team on November 1, 2026.