Contracts

WHY BOTHER WITH A CONTRACT LAWYER? All of us, whether as individuals or as business owners or managers, are impacted by CONTRACTS in our daily lives. Indiana courts assume that we have all read and understand the contracts into which we enter. The reality is that many, if not most of us, either do not read our contracts thoroughly or we do not understand them. Maybe we simply surrender to the false idea that the contract is not negotiable so why bother? Many of us simply DESPISE reading a legal contract; too many contracts are written in such complicated ways that our eyes glaze over at the “legalese” and we give up and sign it hoping for the best! This is where a skilled contract lawyer can be of assistance. We actually enjoy legal contracts! Go figure.

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 Home Owners Associations


HOME OWNERS SEEM TO EITHER LOVE OR DETEST THEIR ASSOCIATIONS.   Our experience with Home Owners Associations can benefit you and your own Association.  When properly formed and managed, HOA's should improve your community-wide living experience and enhance your property values.  Stephen Ullrich has more than 20 years experience advising clients with the creation and management of HOAs and other similar entities, such as Condominium Associations. Our services can include the drafting and interpretation of Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, Covenants and Restrictions (often called "CC&Rs"), enforcement of covenants, HOA litigation, collection of delinquent fee assessments or dues, and amending covenants. 

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