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  • Colbert Law has been representing our condo and coop boards for many years.  Joe Colbert is a terrific General Counsel, always there when you need him and always willing to go above and beyond for clients.  Joe makes managing a lot easier.  He is as aggressive as necessary in litigating or negotiating.  Whether it is a complex sponsor defect matter, a board governance issue or a routine collection matter, Colbert Law works relentlessly to achieve the client’s goals in a cost-effective way.  I highly recommend Colbert Law as counsel.

    Andrew Posner
    Senior Vice President/Director of Client Services, Maxwell-Kates, Inc.
  • Colbert Law has been representing our condominium as General Counsel for years. They also serve as our litigation counsel and have been appointed by our insurance company as defense counsel to defend us.  They are aggressive litigators when necessary and also skilled strategists and negotiators.  Joe Colbert is a pleasure to work with and is extremely responsive.  He is always there when we need him.  Whether it is giving general legal advice, working on a contract or litigating, Joe is relentless and thorough in a cost effective way.  I recommend Colbert Law wholeheartedly.  They are above-excellent.

    Peter Urbach
    President, Arcadia Gardens Condominium II
  • Colbert Law is our go-to law firm for our association boards.  Joe Colbert and I have been working together for some time and he is terrific. Joe is great with our condo and homeowners’ association boards.  He is an aggressive litigator and creative negotiator when necessary and helps achieve our boards’ goals in an efficient way. I highly recommend Colbert Law as general, corporate and litigation counsel.

    Kevin Swetsky
    Owner, EWC Property Management
  • I have been working with Joe Colbert and Colbert Law for some time now.  Joe is wonderful to work with.  He is very responsive and always available when needed.  He is an extremely knowledgable in community association law.  If a matter requires negotiating, Joe is skillful and creative in doing so.  If litigation is required, Joe is skillful and aggressive in trying to achieve our goals. I highly recommend Colbert Law a general, corporate and litigation counsel.

    Cheryl Griffen
    President, Port Regalle Condominium I
  • Joe Colbert of Colbert Law represented me in a dispute with my former employer.  He was very effective in negotiating an agreement that ended the matter in a way that achieved our family goals. Joe was readily available for us and aggressively and creatively advocated on our behalf and protected our interests.  If you have an employment dispute, you should contact Joe.

    Catherine S.
    Individual Client
  • Joe Colbert and I have been working together for many years. Joe is great with condo, coop and HOA boards and he is an expert in community association law. He is an aggressive litigator and skilled, persuasive negotiator.  He works hard to get clients what they want or need in an efficient and cost-effective way.  I highly recommend Colbert Law as general, corporate and litigation counsel.

    Dawn Dickstein
    President and Founder, MD2 Property Group, LLC
  • Colbert Law represented me in a dispute involving my Connecticut cooperative.  Joe Colbert personally handled my matter and was always there when I needed him, whether by email, phone or in person.  He created an efficient strategy to achieve my goal, executed on the strategy and won.  I tried to go at it alone for a long time and with the help of Colbert Law, my matter was resolved creatively and to my satisfaction.  I recommend Colbert Law for your legal needs.  They help you in a thoughtful and persistent way.

    Andrea Anthony
    Connecticut Cooperative Shareholder
  • Colbert Law has been representing many of our associations for years. Joe Colbert is great with our condo and HOA boards.  He is extremely knowledgable in community association law and readily available to help. He is an aggressive litigator and skilled, persuasive negotiator.  He works hard to get clients what they want or need, in an efficient and cost-effective way.  I highly recommend Colbert Law as general and litigation counsel.

    Ana Papotta
    Owner, Colby Property Management

Thought Leadership

When Contractors Lack Licenses: Key Lessons for Condos, Co-ops, and HOAsRead more
When Bankruptcy Won’t Stop Your Foreclosure Sale: What Condo Boards and Management Need to Know About Repeat FilersRead more
When Repetitive Filings Cross the Line: Lessons from Fulton v. YameogoRead more
Condominium Boards: Why Being Aware of First Mortgage “Standing” Can Protect Your Community’s Bottom LineRead more
Winning the Common Charge Battle: How Condo Boards Prevail Against Defiant Unit OwnersRead more
When the Neighbor Builds: What Condo and Co-Op Boards Need to KnowRead more
Succession Rights in Limited-Equity Co-ops: Practical Lessons from Mutual Redevelopment Houses v. ManyevitchRead more
The Post-Settlement Trap: What Fiondella Teaches Co-op Boards About Stipulations and Continuing Habitability ClaimsRead more
The Derivative Action Threat: Why “Limited Common Elements” Present Litigation Risks for Condominium Boards and ManagersRead more
Governance and Rule-Making in the Modern CondominiumRead more

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Latest Publications

  • When Contractors Lack Licenses: Key Lessons for Condos, Co-ops, and HOAs July 25, 2026
  • When Bankruptcy Won’t Stop Your Foreclosure Sale: What Condo Boards and Management Need to Know About Repeat Filers July 22, 2026
  • When Repetitive Filings Cross the Line: Lessons from Fulton v. Yameogo July 21, 2026
  • Condominium Boards: Why Being Aware of First Mortgage “Standing” Can Protect Your Community’s Bottom Line July 13, 2026

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Manhattan Office

  • 315 Madison Avenue, Suite 4032, New York, New York 10017
  • 646.880.3000
  • 646.880.3048

Westchester Office

  • 44 South Broadway, 21st Floor, White Plains, New York 10601
  • 646.880.3000
  • 646.880.3048

Connecticut Office

  • 55 Post Road W, 2nd Floor, Westport, Connecticut 06880
  • 203.349.8100
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OUR EXPERTISE

When Contractors Lack Licenses: Key Lessons for Condos, Co-ops, and HOAs

July 25, 2026

A recent NYC Civil Court decision (Fortes v. Decorating and...

When Bankruptcy Won’t Stop Your Foreclosure Sale: What Condo Boards and Management Need to Know About Repeat Filers

July 22, 2026

For condominium boards foreclosing on unpaid common charges,...

When Repetitive Filings Cross the Line: Lessons from Fulton v. Yameogo

July 21, 2026

Community association boards—whether governing condos,...

Condominium Boards: Why Being Aware of First Mortgage “Standing” Can Protect Your Community’s Bottom Line

July 13, 2026

When a condominium unit owner defaults on their monthly...

Winning the Common Charge Battle: How Condo Boards Prevail Against Defiant Unit Owners

July 2, 2026

Condominium boards and property managers face a unique,...

When the Neighbor Builds: What Condo and Co-Op Boards Need to Know

June 29, 2026

Construction in New York City is a fact of life, but when a...

Succession Rights in Limited-Equity Co-ops: Practical Lessons from Mutual Redevelopment Houses v. Manyevitch

June 12, 2026

Succession disputes are among the most sensitive and...

The Post-Settlement Trap: What Fiondella Teaches Co-op Boards About Stipulations and Continuing Habitability Claims

June 9, 2026

For New York cooperative boards and managing agents,...

The Derivative Action Threat: Why “Limited Common Elements” Present Litigation Risks for Condominium Boards and Managers

May 16, 2026

A recent decision by the Appellate Division, First...

Governance and Rule-Making in the Modern Condominium

April 27, 2026

Reflections on 10MSW17D LLC v. Bd. of Managers of 10...

Don’t Delay: Why Timely Enforcement of Common Charges is Critical for Condo Boards

April 15, 2026

A recent decision from the Supreme Court of New York,...

RPAPL § 881 Licenses, and Why Fee Reimbursement Is a Core Deal Term

April 13, 2026

Boards and managers of condominiums, cooperatives, and...

The 432 Park Decision: A Masterclass in Risk Management for New York Condo Boards

April 2, 2026

New York condominium boards and management companies operate...

Protecting Your Building’s Integrity: Lessons from Board of Mgrs. of the 80th at Madison Condominium v. 1055 Madison Ave. Owners LLC

March 31, 2026

As a condominium board member or property manager, your...

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