Florida Condominium Association Litigation Mediation

Condominium living can offer convenience, shared amenities, and a strong sense of community—but when conflict arises, it can also strain relationships, disrupt operations, and increase costs. Disputes among unit owners, boards, and developers often involve complex governing documents, technical issues, and emotional or financial stakes.

At Florida Dispute Resolution, LLC, we help condominium communities resolve these conflicts through mediation—a private, structured, and efficient process led by experienced attorney and mediator Katie Hinkle, Esq. Our approach promotes respectful dialogue, thoughtful decision-making, and sustainable solutions tailored to your community’s needs.

Understanding Condominium Association Litigation

Condominium association litigation involves a unique set of laws and governing documents, making it a specialized area of law. Common types of disputes include:

Common Types of Condominium Association Litigation:

• Unit Owner Disputes: Disputes between unit owners, often involving noise, parking, pets, use of common areas, or other violations of rules and regulations.
• Association Documents: Disputes regarding amendments to association documents, disputes regarding meetings of the board and committees appointed by the board, membership meetings, and access to the official records of the association.
• Insurance Disputes: Disputes related to insurance coverage for the condominium association or individual units.
• Maintenance and Repair Responsibilities: Conflicts about who is responsible for specific repairs, including water intrusion, mold, roofing, or structural issues.

Why Mediate Condominium Association Litigation?

Mediation offers a constructive and often preferable alternative to the adversarial and complex nature of condominium association litigation. It provides a less formal and more collaborative setting for parties to address their concerns and work towards a resolution. Here’s why mediation is particularly valuable in these types of disputes:

• Preserves Community Harmony: Litigation can create deep divisions within a condominium community. Mediation promotes communication and understanding, helping to preserve a sense of community or facilitate a more amicable resolution.
• Controls Costs: Condominium association litigation can be extremely expensive, involving significant legal fees, expert witness fees (e.g., engineers, contractors), and court costs. Mediation offers a more cost-effective way to resolve disputes.
• Saves Time: Litigation can be a lengthy process, often taking months or years to reach a conclusion, which can be particularly disruptive in a close-knit community. Mediation provides a much faster route to resolution.
• Offers Tailored Solutions: Mediation allows for creative and flexible solutions tailored to the specific needs of the condominium community, which may not be available in court (e.g., agreements on repair schedules, rule changes, or alternative dispute resolution mechanisms).
• Maintains Confidentiality: Condominium disputes often involve sensitive information about the community’s finances, governance, or individual unit owners. Mediation’s confidentiality protects privacy and minimizes the risk of negative publicity.
• Empowers the Parties: Mediation empowers unit owners, the association, and other stakeholders to control the outcome of their dispute, rather than leaving it to a judge’s decision.

Katie Hinkle’s Expertise in Condominium Mediation

Katie Hinkle, Esq. is an an experienced attorney and trained mediator who understands the legal, interpersonal, and technical layers of condominium disputes. Her background includes:

• Knowledge of Florida Condominium Law
  Including Chapter 720 of the Florida Statutes, governing documents, and related case law.
• Supporting Governance Conversations
  Offering structured, impartial facilitation of sensitive board, owner, or developer concerns.
• Bridging Communication Gaps
  Especially in emotionally charged disputes, Katie helps parties reframe positions into manageable issues and options.

Her process is designed to ensure fairness, reduce conflict intensity, and support well-informed and mutually acceptable outcomes.

Serving Condominium Communities Throughout Florida

Florida Dispute Resolution, LLC, is committed to providing professional and effective condominium association litigation mediation services to clients throughout the state of Florida. We understand that condominium disputes can arise in any community, and we are dedicated to making our services accessible. We serve clients in all major cities and counties, including:

• Miami-Dade County
• Broward County
• Palm Beach County
• Martin County
• St. Lucie County
• Monroe County
• Collier County
• Lee County
• Charlotte County
• Hillsborough County
• Orange County
• Osceola County
• Brevard County
• Duval County
• Escambia County
• And many more across Florida

Contact Us for Condominium Association Litigation Mediation

If you are a unit owner, condominium association, developer, or other party involved in a condominium dispute, mediation offers a constructive and efficient way to explore resolution. Contact Florida Dispute Resolution, LLC, today to schedule a mediation with Katie Hinkle, Esq.

You can connect with Katie Hinkle and her team by:

• Emailing us directly at to arrange a consultation.
• Calling our office at 954-416-8816 to speak with a member of our team.
• Visiting our website and viewing our up-to-date calendar for seamless scheduling convenience.

We will help you navigate the complexities of your dispute and reach a positive outcome for your community.