For Associations

General Counsel for Condominium & HOA Associations

Governance · Collections · Enforcement · Litigation Management · Louisiana

The Rhodes Law Firm serves as outside general counsel for Louisiana condominium associations and homeowners associations — providing ongoing legal support for governance, assessment collection, covenant enforcement, contract review, and civil litigation. Having dedicated association counsel ensures that your board operates within the law, your enforcement is consistent, and your association is protected when disputes arise. Serving New Orleans, Metairie, Jefferson Parish, and St. Charles Parish.

Jonathan M. Rhodes, Attorney at Law

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Jonathan M. Rhodes

Attorney at Law — The Rhodes Law Firm

Practice Areas: Condominium & HOA Law — Association Counsel · Last Updated:

Serving: Orleans Parish, Jefferson Parish, St. Charles Parish, Louisiana

Association Counsel Services

Governance & Compliance

Annual meeting compliance, board meeting procedures, bylaw compliance, and governing document interpretation.

Assessment Collection

Collection letters, lien filing, foreclosure proceedings, and payment plan agreements.

Covenant & Rule Enforcement

Violation notices, fine procedures, hearing protocols, and litigation when necessary.

Contract Review

Vendor contracts, management agreements, insurance policies, and service agreements.

Governing Document Amendments

Drafting and recording amendments to declarations, bylaws, and rules and regulations.

Construction Defect Claims

Developer warranty claims, transition turnover disputes, and construction defect litigation.

Dispute Resolution

Representing the association in owner disputes — mediation, arbitration, and civil litigation.

Insurance & Damage Claims

Hurricane and flood damage claims, insurance policy interpretation, and bad faith claims.

Why Association General Counsel Matters

Boards that follow proper procedures avoid expensive litigation

Consistent enforcement documentation prevents selective enforcement claims

Proper collection procedures protect the association's lien priority

Legal review of contracts prevents costly vendor disputes

Governance compliance reduces personal board member liability

Having established counsel means faster, lower-cost responses to disputes

Inquire About Association General Counsel Services

The Rhodes Law Firm provides cost-effective outside general counsel services for Louisiana condo and HOA boards. Free initial consultation.

Your Association Deserves Dedicated Legal Counsel

Free initial consultation for Louisiana condominium and HOA associations seeking general counsel.