1200 Park Central Blvd. South, Pompano Beach, FL 33064
9121 North Military Trail, Suite 200, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
855 E SR 434., Suite 2209, Winter Springs (Orlando area), FL 32708
1211 North Westshore Blvd., Suite 409 Tampa, FL 33607
Offices in Miami-Dade (by appointment)
Reach any office: 800.974.0680

1200 Park Central Blvd. S., Pompano Bch, FL 33064
9121 N. Military Trail, Ste. 200, Palm Bch Gdns, FL 33410
855 E SR 434., Suite 2209, Winter Springs (Orlando area), FL 32708
1211 N. Westshore Blvd., Ste. 409, Tampa, FL 33607
Offices in Miami-Dade (by appointment)
Reach any office: 800.974.0680

Guns in the Clubhouse: What Can a Community Association Do?

Rembaum’s Association Roundup | Jeffrey A. Rembaum, Esq., BCS | Visit HERE

The he right of the people to carry and bear arms without governmental infringement is a right which stems from both the United States Constitution and the Constitution of the State of Florida. The State of Florida recently adopted new gun legislation, effective July 1, 2023, which allows the everyday citizen to carry a concealed weapon without first obtaining a concealed weapons permit. This raises interesting questions for community associations such as, is the right to carry a concealed weapon absolute? Can a community association adopt a rule that prohibits the carrying of concealed weapons in the clubhouse or other common area facilities?

Before we get too far in our analysis, it is important to point out that the intent of this article is not to advocate for gun control or the right to carry. Rather, the intent of this article is to examine the rulemaking authority of a board of directors of a community association…

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HOA Board Member Certification | June 13, 2023

A recording of the HOA Board Member Certification webinar, provided by Kaye Bender Rembaum, instructed by attorney Alan Schwartzseid. Hosted by Empire Management Group. 

Note: This is not to be considered as legal advice. Viewing this program on demand does not satisfy state requirements for new board members, nor does it offer credit for CAMS.

ALLISON L. HERTZ, ESQ., BCS OF KAYE BENDER REMBAUM WINS PRESTIGIOUS AWARDS FROM THE FLORIDA BAR AND THE DAILY BUSINESS REVIEW/LAW.COM/ALM

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Real Property, Probate and Trust Law (RPPTL) Section of The Florida Bar announced that attorney Allison L. Hertz, BCS of Kaye Bender Rembaum has been awarded “The Rising Star Award”. It is given to members of the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section who demonstrate the potential for future Section leadership through their active participation in Section committees and projects. It may be awarded annually to a member of each of the Real Property and Probate Divisions of the Section who have made significant contributions to the Section.

Ms. Hertz was also named an “Unsung Hero” in the 2023 Florida Legal Awards, presented by The Daily Business Review, Law.com and ALM. This program celebrates excellence, dedication and the remarkable contributions made by the legal minds that shape the legal landscape in Florida.

“We are thrilled to announce the outstanding accomplishments of one of our own here at Kaye Bender Rembaum”, noted Firm Member Jeffrey Rembaum. These prestigious accolades are a testament to Allison’s unwavering commitment to excellence in the legal profession, the Firm and our clients. We are proud to have such a talented and passionate advocate on our team. Congratulations to Allison Hertz on these well-deserved awards.”

Ms. Hertz currently serves as Co-Chair of the Condominium and Planned Development Committee of the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section of The Florida Bar. She also recently served as Reporter for the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section’s Condominium Law and Policy Life Safety Advisory Task Force addressing issues in light of the Surfside collapse.  As corporate counsel, Ms. Hertz assists clients in all aspects of community association law for Kaye Bender Rembaum. She is also a frequent lecturer and leads courses that provide certifications for new board members and continuing education credits for property managers.

Kaye Bender Rembaum is a full-service commercial law firm devoted to the representation of community associations throughout Florida. With offices in Broward, Palm Beach, Orange and Hillsborough counties (Miami-Dade by appointment), the Firm was recently presented with the 2023 Readers’ Choice Diamond Award for Legal Services by the Florida Community Association Journal, an award they’ve received annually since 2015. For more information, visit www.KBRLegal.com, call 954-928-0680 and follow the Firm’s YouTube channel at KayeBenderRembaumAttorneys2280.

Navigating FFHA: Assistance Animal or Pet? | May 25, 2023

Learn about the HUD regulations and Florida Legislation pertaining to assistance animals, as well as common issues concerning assistance animals and addressing requests by residents for reasonable accommodations. Attorney Alan Schwartzseid was the instructor.

Note: This is not to be considered as legal advice. Viewing this program on demand does not satisfy state requirements for new board members, nor does it offer credit for CAMS.

Conflicts of Interest – What You Need to Know | May 23, 2023

Learn to identify potential conflicts of interest (plus definitions), how to document disclosures, internal controls and training staff, directors and officers, new statutory requirements and penalties and best practices for associations. 

Note: This is not to be considered as legal advice. Viewing this program on demand does not satisfy state requirements for new board members, nor does it offer credit for CAMS.