Lerch Early Attorneys Named to 2027 Best Lawyers in America
Multiple lawyers from several Lerch, Early & Brewer practices recently were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027. Ten Lerch Early attorneys have been named to the Ones to Watch …
Sean M. Kelly
Overview Sean Kelly advises condominium and homeowner associations in Washington, D.C., on a broad range of legal and governance matters. Known for his steady, analytical approach, Sean helps clients navigate …
More Than a Technicality: Due Process and the Difference Between Structure and Chaos
This article originally appeared in the July 2026 edition of Quorum. In the world of community associations, “due process” refers to the fundamental principle that owners must be treated fairly before …
2026 Community Associations Maryland Legislative Updates
This article originally appeared in the July 2026 edition of Quorum. The Maryland General Assembly’s 2026 legislative session included several new and/or updated laws impacting common ownership communities in Maryland. Here …
Lerch Early Recognized in SurePoint Technologies LLFI Mid-Sized 200
Lerch, Early & Brewer has been recognized in the SurePoint Technologies LLFI Mid-Sized 200, a data-driven index that evaluates factors such as growth, attorney retention, and overall stability. The ranking …
Handle With Care
This article originally appeared in the November-December 2025 edition of Common Ground. Community association boards need to be thoughtful and deliberate when considering reasonable accommodations or modifications. Follow our guide …
Irreconcilable Differences: Why Some HOAs and Condo Associations Are Seeking to Dissolve
This article originally appeared in the October 2025 edition of Quorum. In communities across the country, a surprising new trend is quietly emerging: homeowners’ associations (HOAs) and condominium associations are …
Lerch Early Attorneys Named to 2026 Best Lawyers in America
Multiple lawyers from several Lerch, Early & Brewer practices recently were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026. Fourteen Lerch Early attorneys have been named to the Ones to Watch …
2025 Community Associations Maryland Legislative Update
The Maryland General Assembly’s 2025 legislative session saw the introduction of over 3,200 bills, with several new and impactful laws passing that will affect community associations. Here are the key …
Cautionary Tales: The Federal Fair Housing Act
This article originally appeared in the April 2025 edition of Quorum. Learning from your mistakes is a valuable trait, but let’s be real: learning from other people’s mistakes is even better …
Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Requirements Back in Effect with March 21 Deadline For Most
The beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) are now back in effect due to a February 18 decision by the US District Court for …
Reminder *Annual* Review of Your Community’s Rules, Resolutions, and Policies
This article originally appeared in the January 2025 edition of Quorum. Every January, you inevitably stumble across the traditional (and sometimes overly personal) trend of people reflecting on the lessons they …
