Kevin Hirzel's latest article in the Community Association News describes the difference between an additional assessment and a special assessment. Read more here: https://emflipbooks.com/flipbooks/CAIMI/CommunityAssociationNews/Fall_2020/book/32/
Hirzel Law, PLC is proud to announce that four of our attorneys have been named to the 2020 Michigan Rising Stars list.
To learn more about our attorneys visit https://hirzellaw.com/attorneys-list/.
Did you know that one of the benefits provided by the VA is the VA home loan guaranty program? Read more in our latest blog!
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VA Condominium Approval for VA Home Loans
On July 17, 2020, the Michigan Supreme Court issued an unanimous decision, finding that the retention of surplus proceeds from a tax-foreclosure sale under the General Property Tax Act (“GPTA”) is an unconstitutional taking without just compensation...
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MICHIGAN SUPREME COURT RULES THAT SURPLUS PROCEEDS FROM THE TAX-FORECLOSURE SALE OF A PROPERTY MUST BE RETURNED TO FORMER PROPERTY OWNERS. - The Michigan Real Estate Law Blog
Kevin Hirzel tells the Community Association Management Insider how he has helped various boards of directors during COVID-19.
“We’re getting a ton of requests to draft amendments and rules to help boards implement procedures to comply with the laws regarding governance,” says Kevin Hirzel, managing member of Hirzel Law, PLC, a Michigan-based firm that works with community associations.
Read the article below and check out www.hirzellaw.com for more information regarding Condominium, HOA, and Real Estate Law.
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What Next: Dealing with the Lingering COVID-19 Crisis
Have questions on how to successfully operate your condominium or homeowners association? Download your free copy of the Hirzel Handbook written by Kevin Hirzel, Managing Member to help guide you. Request your copy today: https://hirzellaw.com/essential-handbook/?utm_source=homepage&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=handbook
When can a municipality impose a tax lien against property for unpaid water charges? Find out through Brandan Hallaq's article...
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WHEN CAN A MUNICIPALITY IMPOSE A TAX LIEN AGAINST PROPERTY FOR UNPAID WATER CHARGES?
Most people who own real estate obtain their water for the property from the local municipality. While the timing of billing and costs for water charges vary among municipalities, all municipalities are given the right under Michigan law to collect delinquent water charges through imposing a lien against the property. Specifically, MCL 123.162 provides: A municipality that has operated or operates a water distribution system or a sewage system for the purpose of supplying water or sewage system services to the inhabitants of the municipality has as security for the collection of water or sewage system rates, or any assessments, charges, or rentals due or to become due, respectively, for the use of sewage system services or for the use or consumption of water supplied to any house or other building or any premises, lot or lots, or parcel or parcels of land, a lien upon the house or other building and upon the premises, lot or lots, or parcel or parcels of land upon which the house or other building is situated or to which the sewage system service or water was supplied. [ 1,620 more word ]
https://micondolaw.com/2020/10/12/when-can-a-municipality-impose-a-tax-lien-against-property-for-unpaid-water-charges/
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WHEN CAN A MUNICIPALITY IMPOSE A TAX LIEN AGAINST PROPERTY FOR UNPAID WATER CHARGES?
Katherine Hopkins, Hirzel Law attorney, explains that associations who are determining whether to extend reasonable accommodations permitting ESAs should know that they can ask for reliable disability-related information under certain circumstances. Learn more in the article below...
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Court of Appeals Rules The Court’s Evidentiary Gatekeeping Role Applies to Evidence Presented to Support a Request for an Emotional Support Animal
What does the Michigan Supreme Court invalidating Governor Whitmer's emergency powers mean for community associations? Read Kevin Hirzel's latest blog article to learn more.
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Michigan Supreme Court invalidates governor’s emergency powers: What does it mean for community associations?
Looking forward to hearing Kevin Hirzel's tips on how to deal with COVID-19 within your community association? We are too. Join us on Wednesday, September 30th at 4:00 p.m. for this free webinar through the following meeting information:
Join The Free Zoom Meeting:
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Meeting ID: 880 3383 0464
Passcode: 716412
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Similar to large corporations, it is important that directors and officers of community associations exercise independent judgment in all decision making and avoid conflicts of interest. Learn more about director responsibilities and D&O insurance in Kevin Hirzel’s latest interview with CNBC.
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Tesla paid CEO Elon Musk $3 million to provide indemnity for directors and officers against legal claims
Yesterday, Governor Whitmer signed HB 6030. Read Kevin Hirzel's latest blog to find out what that means for your community association.
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Michigan provides immunity defense to community associations for COVID-19 lawsuits
Did you know Hirzel Law, PLC has an office in Traverse City, Michigan? We are here to help better serve our Northern Michigan clients. We are located at 1001 Bay Street, Suite E, Traverse City, MI. When you arrive, go around to the back and down the stairs! We look forward to meeting you.
You won't want to miss tonight's free online webinar. Joe Wloszek, Hirzel Law member, will be covering common bylaw violations and how to handle them. RSVP to fbaker@hirzellaw and join the webinar by clicking this link: https://www.gotomeet.me/Hirzel. Hirzel Law looks forward to seeing you tonight at 6:00pm.
CAI Advocacy is informing community associations that if they own their roads, they are not eligible for #FEMA disaster recovery funding for debris removal. This video covers the guideline for removing debris in your community association.
Curious about the dos and don'ts for your community association social media accounts? Read Kayleigh Long's latest post...
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Dos and Don’ts for Your Community Association’s Social Media Accounts
Just a reminder that it is not too late to RSVP for the 2020 Condo and HOA Legislative Update tonight at 5pm. RSVP to fbaker@hirzellaw.com and access the webinar through the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86955628658
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Don't forget to RSVP for today's 2020 Legislative Update with Kevin Hirzel at 5pm. Email fbaker@hirzellaw.com to secure your spot!
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2020 Legislative Update
Curious about using your home as a short-term rental? Katherine Hopkins most recent blog discusses a city’s zoning ordinance prohibiting a man from using his home for short-term rentals through Airbnb.
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Appeals Court Affirms Lower Court Finding That City’s Zoning Ordinance Permitting a Home Business Does Not Include the Business of Providing Short-Term Rental Accommodations - The Michigan Real Estate Law Blog
Parkview at Orion Commons Condominium Association v Rouhan, the Oakland Circuit Court held that a dog who bit a neighboring co-owner is a dangerous animal that must be removed from the condominium premises... read more in Katherine Hopkin's latest blog.
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HIRZEL LAW WINS SUMMARY DISPOSITION! COURT HOLDS THAT DOG WHO BIT NEIGHBORING CO-OWNER IS A DANGEROUS ANIMAL AND MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE CONDOMINIUM PREMISES.
Have you RSVP'd for Kevin Hirzel's 2020 Legislative Update on Thursday, November 19th? Email fbaker@hirzellaw.com to secure your spot for this free webinar!
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2020 Legislative Update
Hirzel Law, PLC is honored and excited to be a finalist in the Detroit Free Press Best of The Best awards. Help us advance to the Top 3 by voting through the link below, voting closes on February 5th. Hirzel Law appreciates your continued support.
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2020 Best of Detroit
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Help us welcome, Kevin Hirzel of Hirzel Law PLC, to the CAI 2021 Board of Trustees. Kevin joins us from Farmington, Mich. #WeAreCAI
Thank you to the Farmington Press for publishing a featured article on my recent book release of Hirzel's Handbook: How to Operate A Michigan Condo or HOA. Check out the article below and if you are interested in purchasing the eBook or a print copy, visit the following link: https://www.amazon.com/Hirzels-Handbook-Operate-Michigan-Condo/dp/B08TZ7DP66/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
https://www.candgnews.com/news/local-lawyer-releases-book-on-condo-and-hoa-operations-119751
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Local lawyer releases book on condo and HOA operations
Is your HOA Board facing difficult decisions in deciding whether to intervene in neighbor disputes that do not directly involve the HOA? Read Kevin Hirzel's most recent article on neighbor disputes and how the HOA should intervene.
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Neighbor Disputes within Homeowners Associations: When should the HOA intervene?
Have you voted for Hirzel Law in the Detroit Free Press Best of The Best Awards? Click the link below and help us advance to the Top 3!
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Check out Hirzel Law, PLC - Condominium / HOA / Real Estate Law.
Hirzel Law, PLC is a well-recognized law firm in Michigan for excellence in Condominium and Real Estate law. We are seeking an experienced and proficient Collections Paralegal. The ideal candidate will ensure effective case management by scheduling court dates on the calendar along with e-fling documents for district and circuit court. This individual will possess excellent communication skills to support multiple attorneys with the ability to prioritize workload to maximize efficiency within the department.
Responsibilities
Preparing Summons and Complaints' with various courts
Monitoring case from Complaint to Judgment
E-Filing Pleadings
Preparing Discovery packages
Providing administrative support to multiple attorneys
Calendaring appointments and court appearances and deadlines on the calendar
Drafting and sending correspondence to clients and courts
Saving documents in the document management system
Answering Phones
Qualifications
Minimum 2-3 years of experience supporting multiple attorneys
Minimum 2 years of MiFILE experience
Competency with Office 365
Knowledge of court rules and deadlines
Familiarity with legal procedures and protocols
Salary & Benefits
Job Type: Full-time
Annual Salary: $50,000-$60,000
Benefits: Medical, dental and vision coverage
401K: 100% match up to 4% of contributions
COVID-19: This is an onsite position that requires in-office attendance.. Everyone is required to complete a daily health screening questionnaire upon entering the office, including a temperature check. Masks are required when outside your personal workspace and in common areas. Social distancing is strictly followed.
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Legal Assistant - Collections & Litigation