Practice Areas
Real Estate Law • Condo & HOA Law • Governance • Developer Turnover
• Board Disputes • Construction Defects • Collections • Contracts • Florida Compliance
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About Us
Welcome to
Dania S. Fernandez
& Associates, P.A.
Florida Real Estate, Condominium, & HOA Law Firm
Phone Number: 305-254-4492
Email Address: info@dsfpa.com
Address: 13500 North Kendall Drive, Suite 265
Miami, Florida 33186
For over twenty years, Dania S. Fernandez & Associates, P.A. has proudly served the Florida community by helping associations, homeowners, and property professionals navigate the legal challenges that come with real estate and community association management. Our firm blends deep legal experience with a client-centered approach, ensuring every community receives the guidance, protection, and support it needs to operate confidently and compliantly.
Areas of Expertise
Real Estate Law
Condominium & HOA Law
Community Association Governance
Developer Turnover
Board Elections & Disputes
Construction Defects
Collections & Enforcement
Contract Negotiation & Litigation
Florida Statutory Compliance
As founder and principal attorney, Dania S. Fernandez, Esq. has devoted more than twenty years to protecting and strengthening Florida communities. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from Florida International University and her Juris Doctor from Nova Southeastern University School of Law, and trained alongside respected Florida real estate and community association attorneys before founding her firm. Under her leadership, the firm represents condominium and homeowner associations, boards, developers, and property professionals in matters involving governance, elections, financial enforcement, developer turnover, construction defect claims, and complex contract disputes.
Ms. Fernandez is known for her hands-on, solution-oriented approach and her commitment to education within the community association industry. She works closely with boards and managers to ensure compliance with Florida’s evolving statutory requirements while providing practical, day-to-day guidance on operations, budgets, meetings, elections, and fiduciary responsibilities. An active member of The Florida Bar and professional organizations focused on condominium, HOA, and real estate law, she regularly teaches board members and property professionals on governance best practices and risk reduction. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Ms. Fernandez proudly serves clients throughout Florida, including the diverse communities of Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties.
What We Do
Explore Our Services
Dania S. Fernandez & Associates, P.A. delivers experienced legal support for condominiums, homeowners associations, and property owners throughout Florida. From Real Estate matters to HOA and Community Association Law, our firm offers reliable counsel and practical solutions designed to protect your rights and keep your community compliant.
Real Estate Transactions & Closings
We guide buyers, sellers, and associations through smooth, efficient, and compliant Florida real estate closings.
Condominium & HOA Governance
Trusted legal support for boards on governing documents, compliance, meetings, and day-to-day community operations.
Developer Turnover & Transition
Complete legal guidance to ensure a seamless and compliant transition from developer control to homeowner leadership.
Board Elections & Dispute Resolution
We assist with fair elections, recalls, disputes, and enforcement issues to keep your community running smoothly.
Construction Defect Claims
Experienced representation for associations dealing with construction defects, repairs, and recovery actions.
Collections & Enforcement Actions
Effective assessment collections, lien filing, and enforcement strategies to protect your association’s financial health.
Contract Review & Litigation
Clear, thorough contract review and litigation support for vendor agreements, disputes, and community operations.
Florida Statute Compliance Guidance
Practical, up-to-date guidance to help associations comply with Florida’s evolving condo and HOA laws.
Clients We Work With
Areas of Expertise
For over 25 years, Dania S. Fernandez & Associates, P.A. has been helping condominium and homeowners associations, boards, and property owners resolve complex legal challenges with professionalism and care. Our firm represents clients throughout Florida in all matters of Real Estate, Condominium, HOA, and Community Association Law. We protect our clients’ rights, ensure compliance, and deliver practical solutions that work. Call us at 305-254-4492 or reach us online at daniafernandez.com/contact-us to request an on-site or virtual consultation.
Areas of Expertise
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Condominium Law
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Homeowners Association Law
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Community Association Law
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Real Estate Law
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Corporate Counsel for Associations
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Collections & Foreclosures
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Developer Turnover
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Covenant Enforcement
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Civil Litigation
Procedures We Perform
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Board Governance & Elections
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Contract Review & Negotiation
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Bylaw & Declaration Amendments
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Budget & Assessment Compliance
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Dispute Resolution & Mediation
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Developer Transition Guidance
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Property Management Legal Support
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Lien & Collection Actions
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Real Estate Closings
Issues We Resolve
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Board Election Disputes
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Assessment & Budget Conflicts
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Maintenance Responsibility Issues
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Neighbor & Nuisance Complaints
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Vendor & Contractor Disputes
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Unpaid Assessments
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Document Interpretation Conflicts
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Developer Defect Claims
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Member Non-Compliance
Clients We Work With
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Condominium Associations
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Homeowners Associations
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Cooperative Associations
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Developers
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Property Managers
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Board Members
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Individual Homeowners
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Investors & Landlords
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Real Estate Professionals
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HOA & Condominium Board of Directors
Certification Classes
Stay up-to-date with the latest in condominium and HOA law. Join our 2024 Legislative Update class in English or our Board of Directors (BOD) Certification Classes offered in English and Spanish. Registration for October classes is now open, and you can also watch replays of past sessions at your convenience. For additional guidance on building sustainable communities, Order Dania’s Guide on Amazon: Building Sustainable Communities: A Blueprint For Change.
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2024 Legislative Update for Condominium and HOA Class
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Why Choose Us
20 Years Experience Offering Legal Counsel to HOA, Condominium, and Real Estate Clients Across Florida
Since 2000, Dania S. Fernandez & Associates, P.A. has proudly served Florida communities with integrity, commitment, and deep legal expertise. Founded by attorney Dania S. Fernandez, our firm has become a trusted resource for condominium and homeowner associations, property owners, and boards seeking experienced guidance and dependable legal support.
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to deliver solutions that protect, strengthen, and empower the communities we serve. Our clients rely on us for practical, clear, and proactive legal counsel that addresses the unique challenges facing HOAs, condominiums, and real estate professionals.We offer specialized expertise across the full spectrum of community association and real estate law, including governance, developer turnover and transition, construction defect claims, board elections and recalls, dispute resolution, real estate closings and title matters, enforcement of governing documents, contract drafting, review and litigation, and Florida statutory compliance. Our full-service approach includes advising boards on operations and rule enforcement, managing elections and recalls, representing clients in arbitration, mediation, and litigation, overseeing document amendments and statutory updates, guiding developer transitions, and providing ongoing counsel for daily operations. We provide bilingual legal services in both English and Spanish, as well as board education and certification courses, ensuring clear communication, eliminating misunderstandings, and empowering boards and property owners throughout Florida, including Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and surrounding areas. Booking a consultation is simple via our contact form, phone at 305-254-4492, or email at info@dsfpa.com, with responses typically within one business day.
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Dania S. Fernandez, Esq. is the founder and principal attorney of Dania S. Fernandez & Associates, P.A., with over twenty years of experience in Florida real estate, condominium, and HOA law. Ms. Fernandez earned her Bachelor of Arts from Florida International University and her Juris Doctor from Nova Southeastern University School of Law, Bilingual in English and Spanish, Ms. Fernandez proudly serves clients throughout Florida.
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