Becker is pleased to announce the successful denial of a Planning Board application on behalf of our client, a 300+ unit condominium association in Paterson, New Jersey. Led by Shareholder Martin Cabalar, Becker presented a compelling case opposing the development of an adjacent property during the City of Paterson Planning Board hearing. The post Becker Successfully Defends Condominium Association in Paterson, New Jersey, Against Nearby Development Proposal first appeared on New Jersey Condo Blog ..read more

April 1, 2024 – Morristown, NJ – Becker, a leading multi-practice commercial law firm with attorneys, lobbyists, and other professionals throughout the United States, proudly welcomes Ronald L. Perl as Counsel in its Community Association Practice. He will be a resident in the firm’s Morristown and Red Bank New Jersey offices. The post Becker Expands New Jersey Community Association Practice with the Addition of Ronald L. Perl first appeared on New Jersey Condo Blog ..read more

Becker’s New Jersey Litigation Team, led by James Mahon and Catelyn Stark, with support from Vincenzo Mogavero and Martin Cabalar, secured a six-figure victory against national homebuilder Toll Brothers, Inc. for construction defects. The clients experienced construction defects in their new home located in the Reserve at Franklin Lakes, in Bergen County. Problems included pervasive issues with the first and second flooring. Various other structural issues were named in the complaint, including floor bracing and window placement. The post Becker Secures Six-Figure ..read more

Hopefully, everyone is aware that most Associations’ insurance Companies have been recommending/requiring regular dryer vent cleaning and/or repair (usually every two (2) or three (3) years). Many associations have adopted Resolutions that govern when Owners must perform cleanings and inspection and engage professionals to make needed repairs to the dryer vents to prevent fire hazards.   Additionally, every home/unit owner and resident should be concerned with birds from flying into and nesting in their dryer vents since fires have occurred when lint and other items, such as nests fo ..read more

Becker proudly announces the recognition of Paul Shur and Martin Cabalar, shareholders in our New Jersey offices, as a Super Lawyer and Rising Star, respectively. The “Super Lawyer” designation acknowledges the top 5% of lawyers in New Jersey, while a “Rising Star” represents the top 2.5% of attorneys under 40 in New Jersey. The post Paul Shur, Martin Cabalar Recognized as 2024 New Jersey Super Lawyers first appeared on New Jersey Condo Blog ..read more

Across the green from Becker’s Morristown office is a delightful restaurant named “The Committed Pig.” When you walk in the door, a sign on the wall explains the restaurant’s interesting moniker: the best way to describe the difference between involvement and commitment is “bacon & eggs” the chicken is involved, but the pig is committed The post Involved Versus Committed: Does My Community Association Need a Social Media Policy? first appeared on New Jersey Condo Blog ..read more

We are thrilled to announce Becker shareholder John S. Prisco has been named “Speaker of the Year” by the Community Association Institute’s New Jersey Chapter. John earned this recognition for leading a November 2023 webinar, “Preparing for the Future—Continuity Planning for Community Associations.”  In his discussion, John shared his insights on disaster preparedness and the process for developing, creating, and implementing critical plans and procedures to protect your community before disaster strikes. The post John S. Prisco Named CAI NJ’s “Speaker of the Year” first appeare ..read more

Congratulations on becoming homeowners in your new community! As you settle in and start to personalize your spaces, an important milestone awaits: the transfer of control from the developer to the unit owners. This process, known as “transition,” marks the moment when you and your fellow residents take the reins of your community, shaping its future and ensuring its smooth operation. To help you and your community begin this process, here is a quick overview of the key information about community association transitions in New Jersey: The post From Developer to Homeowners: A Brief Overview of ..read more

April 3, 2023 – Morristown, NJ — Becker, a multi-practice commercial law firm with attorneys, lobbyists, and other professionals throughout the US, announced today that David L. Dockery has been promoted to Shareholder in Becker’s Morristown, New Jersey office. The post David L. Dockery Promoted to Shareholder first appeared on New Jersey Condo Blog ..read more

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy recently signed S2760 / A4384, a new law effective in New Jersey as of January 8, 2024, which includes two major components affecting community associations. The first component concerns building inspections, and the second component pertains to reserve studies. The post New Jersey Governor Signs S2760 A4384 What It Means for Your Association first appeared on New Jersey Condo Blog ..read more