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What can I sue my HOA for?

Common causes of action against HOAs and condo associations include: breach of the declaration or CC&Rs; breach of the bylaws; breach of fiduciary duty by board members; selective enforcement; failure to maintain common elements; improper assessment collection; violation of owner due process rights; violation of record inspection rights; and Fair Housing Act violations.

Do I have to go through the HOA's dispute resolution process before suing?

It depends on the governing documents. Many HOA CC&Rs and condo declarations require owners to first attempt mediation or internal dispute resolution before filing suit. An attorney can review your specific documents to determine whether pre-suit procedures are required. Failure to follow contractually required pre-suit procedures can be raised as a defense by the association.

Can I recover attorney's fees if I win against my HOA?

Possibly. Some HOA governing documents provide for fee-shifting to the prevailing party. Some Louisiana statutes (including the Condominium Act) also provide fee recovery in specific circumstances. Even without a fee-shifting provision, egregious HOA conduct may support a claim for fees on other grounds. An attorney can evaluate fee-recovery potential based on the specific facts.

Where do I sue my HOA in Louisiana?

Louisiana district courts have jurisdiction over disputes involving amounts over $5,000. Small claims court (City Courts) is available for disputes up to $5,000 in most Louisiana parishes. Federal court is available for claims arising under federal law (Fair Housing Act, ADA). In Orleans Parish, suits against associations would be filed in Orleans Parish Civil District Court; in Jefferson Parish, in the 24th Judicial District Court.

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Can I Sue My HOA?

Causes of Action · Pre-Suit Requirements · Damages · Attorney's Fees · Louisiana

Yes — you can sue your HOA or condo association in Louisiana for breach of the governing documents, breach of fiduciary duty, selective enforcement, failure to maintain common elements, improper assessment collection, and violations of state and federal law. Pre-suit dispute resolution may be required by the governing documents. Damages include actual losses and, in some cases, attorney's fees. An experienced HOA attorney can evaluate the strength of your claim. Free consultation: (504) 475-0975.

Written & Reviewed By

Jonathan M. Rhodes

Attorney at Law — The Rhodes Law Firm

Practice Areas: HOA Law — Litigation · Last Updated: September 23, 2026

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

Grounds to Sue Your HOA in Louisiana

Breach of the declaration (CC&Rs)

Breach of the bylaws

Selective enforcement

Failure to maintain common elements

Improper assessment collection

Violation of due process (fines without notice)

Denial of record inspection rights

Board member breach of fiduciary duty

Fair Housing Act violations

Retaliation for exercising owner rights

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