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Judge’s gavel on a U.S. flag, symbolizing American law and justice
By Michael Shifrin • July 9, 2026
New Illinois rules require community associations to adopt an assessment collection policy. Learn what boards need to do and when.
Bright pink gift box with gold ribbon and confetti on a beige background
By Michael Shifrin • December 16, 2025
Can Illinois condo and HOA boards give holiday or appreciation gifts to vendors and staff? Learn what the law actually says about private associations.
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By Michael Shifrin • December 26, 2024
How do you find the right legal representation for your Illinois condo or HOA board? Learn what to look for in experienced association counsel.
Orange pickup truck with a snow plow clearing snow on a snowy street in winter
By Michael Shifrin • December 11, 2023
How does the Illinois Snow Removal Act affect your condominium association? Learn about legal liabilities, safety requirements, and board duties.
Laptop showing a video conference grid beside a green mug on a wooden desk
By Michael Shifrin • April 13, 2023
Should your Illinois condo or HOA switch to virtual annual elections? Explore the key advantages, potential disadvantages, and legal compliance tips.
People seated in a gallery audience, with a woman speaking in the foreground and colorful abstract art on the wall.
By Michael Shifrin • February 26, 2023
What is the difference between a board meeting and a membership meeting? Learn how Illinois condo and HOA associations should notice, run, and vote at each.
Modern conference room with long table, tan swivel chairs, and large windows overlooking a landscape
By Michael Shifrin • December 9, 2022
Should owner forums happen at the beginning or end of condo and HOA board meetings, or not at all? An association attorney weighs the options.
Hand holding a pen and signing a document on a wooden desk
By Michael Shifrin • August 11, 2022
Boards often sign vendor contracts on autopilot. Why Illinois condo and HOA boards should review every agreement before signing, even with trusted vendors.
“TOP 10” metallic letters on reflective tiled blocks with a mirrored surface underneath
By Michael Shifrin • June 2, 2022
Does your association really pay for everything? Attorney Michael Shifrin clears up the 10 most common misunderstandings about condo and HOA living.
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Judge’s gavel on a U.S. flag, symbolizing American law and justice
By Michael Shifrin • July 9, 2026
New Illinois rules require community associations to adopt an assessment collection policy. Learn what boards need to do and when.
Bright pink gift box with gold ribbon and confetti on a beige background
By Michael Shifrin • December 16, 2025
Can Illinois condo and HOA boards give holiday or appreciation gifts to vendors and staff? Learn what the law actually says about private associations.
Shifrin Legal circular logo with “A Leader in Condo, HOA & Townhome Association Law” in blue and gray
By Michael Shifrin • December 26, 2024
How do you find the right legal representation for your Illinois condo or HOA board? Learn what to look for in experienced association counsel.
Orange pickup truck with a snow plow clearing snow on a snowy street in winter
By Michael Shifrin • December 11, 2023
How does the Illinois Snow Removal Act affect your condominium association? Learn about legal liabilities, safety requirements, and board duties.
Laptop showing a video conference grid beside a green mug on a wooden desk
By Michael Shifrin • April 13, 2023
Should your Illinois condo or HOA switch to virtual annual elections? Explore the key advantages, potential disadvantages, and legal compliance tips.
People seated in a gallery audience, with a woman speaking in the foreground and colorful abstract art on the wall.
By Michael Shifrin • February 26, 2023
What is the difference between a board meeting and a membership meeting? Learn how Illinois condo and HOA associations should notice, run, and vote at each.
Modern conference room with long table, tan swivel chairs, and large windows overlooking a landscape
By Michael Shifrin • December 9, 2022
Should owner forums happen at the beginning or end of condo and HOA board meetings, or not at all? An association attorney weighs the options.
Hand holding a pen and signing a document on a wooden desk
By Michael Shifrin • August 11, 2022
Boards often sign vendor contracts on autopilot. Why Illinois condo and HOA boards should review every agreement before signing, even with trusted vendors.
“TOP 10” metallic letters on reflective tiled blocks with a mirrored surface underneath
By Michael Shifrin • June 2, 2022
Does your association really pay for everything? Attorney Michael Shifrin clears up the 10 most common misunderstandings about condo and HOA living.
Show More
Judge’s gavel on a U.S. flag, symbolizing American law and justice
By Michael Shifrin • July 9, 2026
New Illinois rules require community associations to adopt an assessment collection policy. Learn what boards need to do and when.
Bright pink gift box with gold ribbon and confetti on a beige background
By Michael Shifrin • December 16, 2025
Can Illinois condo and HOA boards give holiday or appreciation gifts to vendors and staff? Learn what the law actually says about private associations.
Shifrin Legal circular logo with “A Leader in Condo, HOA & Townhome Association Law” in blue and gray
By Michael Shifrin • December 26, 2024
How do you find the right legal representation for your Illinois condo or HOA board? Learn what to look for in experienced association counsel.
Orange pickup truck with a snow plow clearing snow on a snowy street in winter
By Michael Shifrin • December 11, 2023
How does the Illinois Snow Removal Act affect your condominium association? Learn about legal liabilities, safety requirements, and board duties.
Laptop showing a video conference grid beside a green mug on a wooden desk
By Michael Shifrin • April 13, 2023
Should your Illinois condo or HOA switch to virtual annual elections? Explore the key advantages, potential disadvantages, and legal compliance tips.
People seated in a gallery audience, with a woman speaking in the foreground and colorful abstract art on the wall.
By Michael Shifrin • February 26, 2023
What is the difference between a board meeting and a membership meeting? Learn how Illinois condo and HOA associations should notice, run, and vote at each.
Modern conference room with long table, tan swivel chairs, and large windows overlooking a landscape
By Michael Shifrin • December 9, 2022
Should owner forums happen at the beginning or end of condo and HOA board meetings, or not at all? An association attorney weighs the options.
Hand holding a pen and signing a document on a wooden desk
By Michael Shifrin • August 11, 2022
Boards often sign vendor contracts on autopilot. Why Illinois condo and HOA boards should review every agreement before signing, even with trusted vendors.
Show More