the transitioning relationship between an association and developer. In the early life of an association we have routinely addressed concerns about the status and condition of common property for which the association is responsible. MercerTrigiani also has experience dealing with questions of continuing developer responsibility relative to association operations. This transition period is a critical time for the community and we are prepared to offer guidance to the community members who will lead the effort to establish systems that will govern operation of the community.

In our experience, the legal work performed for community associations can be categorized into several distinct areas.