Classes & Events

2019 Legal Update

Provider #0000811 | Course #9629142 | 2 CE Credits (2 LU)
Presented by Jane L. Cornett, Esq.

January 17, 2019
9:00 am – 11:00 am EST

Juno Beach Town Center,
340 Ocean Drive
Juno Beach,
FL 33408 United States

In this course, participants will receive a review of the laws passed during the 2018 Legislative Session impacting condominiums, cooperatives, homeowner associations, timeshares and the community association management profession. It is designed to provide board members and community association managers with a working knowledge of the changes to the law to assist them in ensuring compliance within their community associations.

CONDO Board Member Certification

Provider #0000811 | Course #9628449 | 2 CE Credits (2 IFM or 2 ELE)
Presented by Joseph E. Adams, Esq. & James Robert Caves, III, Esq.

January 17, 2019
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm EST

Becker Ft. Myers Office
12140 Carissa Commerce Court, Suite 200
Ft. Myers,
FL 33966 United States

If you are planning to serve on your condo association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our Condominium Association Board Member course is tailored specifically to certify condo board members. Your participation will satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve on your condominium association board. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

HOA Board Member Certification

Provider #0000811 | Course #9626873 | 2 HR Credits or 2 ELE Credits
Presented by Steve Mezer, Marielle Westerman & Carolyn Meadows, Esq.

January 18, 2019
11:00 am – 1:00 pm EST

Becker Tampa Office
1511 N. Westshore Blvd. Suite 230
Tampa Bay,
FL 33607 United States

If you are planning to serve on your homeowner association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our HOA Board Certification class is designed to satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

CONDO Board Member Certification

This class is not meant for HOA and Cooperative Boards
Provider #0000811 | Course #9628449 | 2 CE Credits (2 IFM or 2 ELE)
Presented by David H. Rogel, Esq.

January 19, 2019
9:00am – 11:00am EST

Becker Miami Office
121 Alhambra Plaza, 10th Floor
Miami,
FL 33134 United States

If you are planning to serve on your condo association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our Condominium Association Board Member course is tailored specifically to certify condo board members. Your participation will satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve on your condominium association board. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

CONDO Board Member Certification

This class is not meant for HOA and Cooperative Boards
Provider #0000811 | Course #9628449 | 2 CE Credits (2 IFM or 2 ELE)
Presented by Robyn M. Severs, Esq.

January 23, 2019
11:30am – 01:30pm EST

Adele Grage Cultural Center
716 Ocean Blvd.
Atlantic Beach,
FL 32233 United States

If you are planning to serve on your condo association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our Condominium Association Board Member course is tailored specifically to certify condo board members. Your participation will satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve on your condominium association board. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

HOA/CONDO/CO-OP Board Member Certification – “Everything you Wanted to Know About Being a Board Member.. But Were Afraid to Ask!”

Provider #0000811 | Course #9626099 | 3 ELE Credits or 3 HR Credits
Presented by James Robert Caves, Esq.

January 25, 2019
08:30am – 1:00pm EST

Florida SouthWestern State College
8099 College Parkway
Fort Myers, FL 33919

If you are planning to serve on your Association Board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our Board Member course is tailored specifically to certify HOA, CONDO and CO-OP Board Members. Your participation will satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve on your Association Board. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

Anatomy of a Water Leak

Provider #0000811 | Course #9626648 | 1 OPP Credits or 1 ELE Credits
Presented by Jay L. Roberts, Esq.

January 25, 2019
09:00am – 10:00am EST

El Matador Condominiums Fiesta Room
909 Santa Rosa Blvd.
Ft. Walton Beach,
FL 32548 United States

Water leaks are a major concern to association boards and unit owners alike. Come join attorney Jay Roberts as he guides your association through the process of handling a water leak from detection through repair, insurance coverage and reconstruction responsibility, and potential liability claims.

Some topics to be discussed:

• Practical Issues
• What Was Damaged
• Who Pays? – Maintenance Damage v. Casualty Damage

Sign-in 8:30 am CENTRAL

This class is complimentary, but seating is limited.

Registration is required.

PLEASE NOTE: TO REGISTER FOR THIS CLASS, PLEASE CONTACT GINA SHAW AT GSHAW@BECKERLAWYERS.COM OR AT 850-664-2229

HOA/CONDO Board Member Certification

Provider #0000811 | Course #9628926 | 2 ELE Credit
Presented by Lilliana M. Farinas-Sabogal, Esq.

January 26, 2019
09:30am – 11:30am EST

Kendall Village Center Civic Pavilion
8625 Southwest 124th Avenue
Miami, FL 33183

If you are planning to serve on your association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Participants will be provided with a broad overview of the many responsibilities and areas of oversight required by condominium and homeowners’ association board of directors.

HOA/CONDO/CO-OP Board Member Certification – “Everything you Wanted to Know About Being a Board Member.. But Were Afraid to Ask!”

Provider #0000811 | Course #9626099 | 3 ELE Credits or 3 HR Credits
Presented by Doug Christy, Esq.

January 30, 2019
09:00am – 11:00am EST

If you are planning to serve on your association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our Board Member course is tailored specifically to certify hoa, condo and co-op board members. Your participation will satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve on your condominium association board. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

CONDO Board Member Certification

This class is not meant for HOA and Cooperative Boards
Provider #0000811 | Course #9628449 | 2 CE Credits (2 IFM or 2 ELE)
Presented by Mark D. Friedman, Esq.

January 30, 2019
09:30am – 12:30am EST

If you are planning to serve on your condo association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our Condominium Association Board Member course is tailored specifically to certify condo board members. Your participation will satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve on your condominium association board. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

HOA/CONDO/CO-OP Board Member Certification – “Everything you Wanted to Know About Being a Board Member.. But Were Afraid to Ask!”

Provider #0000811 | Course #9626099 | 3 ELE Credits or 3 HR Credits
Presented by David G. Muller, Esq.

January 31, 2019
09:00am – 12:00pm EST

United Church of Marco Island
320 North Barfield Drive
Marco Island, FL 34145

If you are planning to serve on your Association Board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our Board Member course is tailored specifically to certify hoa, condo and coop Board Members. Your participation will satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve on your Association Board. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

Is a “No Pet” Building a Thing of the Past?

Provider #0000811 | Course #9626493| 2 ELE Credits
Presented by Steveb H. Mezer Esq., Marielle E. Westerman, Esq. and Carolyn C. Meadows, Esq.

February 1, 2019
09:00am – 11:00pm EST

Becker Tampa Office
1511 N. Westshore Blvd. Suite 230
Tampa Bay, FL 33607

Community association managers will learn about the Fair Housing laws on the State, Federal and local level that impact community operations and actions with respect to requests to maintain emotional support animals on the property despite pet or animal restrictions. In this course, managers will learn:

Topics Covered:

• The Fair Housing Act
• Disability or Handicap
• Physical Impairments
• Mental Impairments

Is a “No Pet” Building a Thing of the Past?

Provider #0000811 | Course #9626493 | 2 ELE Credits
Presented by Steven H. Mezer, Esq., Marielle E. Westerman, Esq. and Carolyn C. Meadows, Esq.

February 1, 2019
01:00pm – 3:00pm EST

Community association managers will learn about the Fair Housing laws on the State, Federal and local level that impact community operations and actions with respect to requests to maintain emotional support animals on the property despite pet or animal restrictions. In this course, managers will learn:

Topics Covered:

• The Fair Housing Act
• Disability or Handicap
• Physical Impairments
• Mental Impairments

Florida Keys Community Association Conference

Provider #0000811 | Non-Credited Course
Presented by David H. Rogel, Esq. & Rosa M. de la Camara, Esq.

February 2, 2019
09:00am – 12:00pm EST

Hyatt Place Marathon/Florida Keys
1996 Overseas Highway
Marathon, FL 33050

You’re invited to attend our 2019 Florida Keys Community Association Conference. We will begin the conference with a Covering Your Assets course. In this discussion, you will learn about board members’ fiduciary duty to the association and how to protect themselves from liability while carrying out the business of the corporation.

CONDO Board Member Certification

This class is not meant for HOA and Cooperative Boards
Provider #0000811 | Course #9628449 | 2 CE Credits (2 IFM or 2 ELE)
Presented by Howard J. Perl, Esq.

February 2, 2019
02:00pm – 4:00pm EST

Becker Ft. Lauderdale Office
1 East Broward Blvd., Suite 1800
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

If you are planning to serve on your condo association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our Condominium Association Board Member course is tailored specifically to certify condo board members. Your participation will satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve on your condominium association board. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

HOA Board Member Certification

This class is NOT for Condominium Boards or Cooperative Boards
Provider #0000811 | Course #9626873 | 2 HR Credits or 2 ELE Credits\
Presented by Mark D. Friedman, Esq.

February 6, 2019
09:30pm – 11:30pm EST

Becker West Palm Beach Office
625 North Flagler Drive
7th Floor
West Palm Beach, FL 33401

If you are planning to serve on your homeowner association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our HOA Board Certification class is designed to satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

HOA/CONDO/CO-OP Board Member Certification – “Everything you Wanted to Know About Being a Board Member.. But Were Afraid to Ask!”

Provider #0000811 | Course #9626099 | 3 ELE Credits or 3 HR Credits
Presented by Kenneth S. Direktor, Esq.

February 7, 2019
10:00am – 1:00pm EST

If you are planning to serve on your condo association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our Condominium Association Board Member course is tailored specifically to certify condo board members. Your participation will satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve on your condominium association board. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

HOA Board Member Certification

This class is NOT for Condominium Boards or Cooperative Boards
Provider #0000811 | Course #9626873 | 2 HR Credits or 2 ELE Credits
Presented by Joseph E. Adams, Esq. & James Robert Caves, III, Esq.

February 7, 2019
4:00pm – 6:00pm EST

If you are planning to serve on your homeowner association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our HOA Board Certification class is designed to satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

Construction Contracts: Why You Should Never Accept the Contractors Form

Provider # 0000811 | Course #9626155 | 2 OPP Credits or 2 ELE Credits
Presented by Lilliana M. Farinas-Sabogal, Esq.

February 15, 2019
8:00am – 10:00am EST

Guiding you through construction contracts and the basics of Florida’s construction lien law, this class is designed to educate board members and community association managers to be aware of pitfalls in construction contracts that are used for maintenance and renovation projects.

CONDO Board Member Certification

This class is not meant for HOA and Cooperative Boards
Provider #0000811 | Course #9628449| 2 CE Credits (2 IFM or 2 ELE)
Presented by Kevin Edwards, Esq.

February 19, 2019
9:00am – 11:00am EST

If you are planning to serve on your condo association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our Condominium Association Board Member course is tailored specifically to certify condo board members. Your participation will satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve on your condominium association board. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

HOA/CONDO Board Member Certification

Provider #0000811 | Course #9628926 | 2 ELE Credit
Presented by Marilyn J. Perez-Martinez, Esq.

February 19, 2019
6:00pm – 8:00pm EST

If you are planning to serve on your association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Participants will be provided with a broad overview of the many responsibilities and areas of oversight required by condominium and homeowners’ association board of directors.

HOA/CONDO Board Member Certification

Provider #0000811 | Course #9628926 | 2 ELE Credits
Presented by Robyn M. Severs, Esq.

February 21, 2019
11:00am – 1:00pm EST

If you are planning to serve on your Association Board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our Board Member course is tailored specifically to certify hoa and condo Board Members. Your participation will satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve on your Association Board. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

HOA/CONDO/CO-OP Board Member Certification – “Everything you Wanted to Know About Being a Board Member.. But Were Afraid to Ask!”

Provider #0000811 | Course #9626099 | 3 ELE Credits or 3 HR Credits
Presented by Jay Roberts, Esq.

February 22, 2019
9:30am – 12:30pm EST

Grand Panama Beach Resort
11807 Front Beach Rd.
Panama City Beach,
FL 32407 United States

If you are planning to serve on your association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our Board Member course is tailored specifically to certify hoa, condo and co-op board members. Your participation will satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve on your condominium association board. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

Some of the topics we will cover include:

•Defining your fiduciary duty
•Analyzing association operations
•How to properly maintain the association’s books and records
•The pros and cons of alternative dispute resolution
•Avoiding common election pitfalls
•Preparing budgets & funding reserves
•Understanding financial reporting requirements
•Assessing insurance needs for common areas

Sign-in 9:00am

Light refreshments will be provided.
This class is complimentary, but seating is limited.

Registration is required.

PLEASE NOTE: TO REGISTER FOR THIS CLASS, PLEASE CONTACT GINA SHAW AT GSHAW@BECKERLAWYERS.COM OR AT 850-664-2229

CONDO Board Member Certification

This class is not meant for HOA and Cooperative Boards
Provider #0000811 | Course #9628449 | 2 CE Credits (2 IFM or 2 ELE)
Presented by Mark D. Friedman, Esq.

February 26, 2019
9:30am – 12:30pm EST

Becker West Palm Beach Office
625 North Flagler Drive
7th Floor
West Palm Beach, FL 33401

If you are planning to serve on your condo association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our Condominium Association Board Member course is tailored specifically to certify condo board members. Your participation will satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve on your condominium association board. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

CONDO Board Member Certification

This class is not meant for HOA and Cooperative Boards
Provider #0000811 | Course #9628449 | 2 CE Credits (2 IFM or 2 ELE)
Presented by Joseph E. Adams, Esq. & James Robert Caves, III, Esq.

February 28, 2019
4:00pm – 6:00pm EST

Becker Fort Myers Office
12140 Carissa Commerce Court
Suite 200
Fort Myers, FL 33966

If you are planning to serve on your condo association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our Condominium Association Board Member course is tailored specifically to certify condo board members. Your participation will satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve on your condominium association board. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

CONDO Board Member Certification

This class is not meant for HOA and Cooperative Boards
Provider #0000811 | Course #9628449| 2 CE Credits (2 IFM or 2 ELE)
Presented by Kevin Edwards, Esq.

March 5, 2019
9:00am – 11:00am EST

If you are planning to serve on your condo association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our Condominium Association Board Member course is tailored specifically to certify condo board members. Your participation will satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve on your condominium association board. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

HOA Board Member Certification

This class is NOT for Condominium Boards or Cooperative Boards
Provider #0000811 | Course #9626873 | 2 HR Credits or 2 ELE Credits
Presented by Robyn M. Severs, Esq.

March 12, 2019
11:30am – 1:30pm EST

If you are planning to serve on your homeowner association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our HOA Board Certification class is designed to satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

CONDO Board Member Certification

This class is not meant for HOA and Cooperative Boards
Provider #0000811 | Course #9628449 | 2 CE Credits (2 IFM or 2 ELE)
Presented by Mark D. Friedman, Esq.

March 13, 2019
9:30am – 12:30pm EST

If you are planning to serve on your condo association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our Condominium Association Board Member course is tailored specifically to certify condo board members. Your participation will satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve on your condominium association board. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

HOA Board Member Certification

This class is NOT for Condominium Boards or Cooperative Boards
Provider #0000811 | Course #9626873 | 2 HR Credits or 2 ELE Credits
Presented by Joseph E. Adams, Esq. & James Robert Caves, III, Esq.

March 14, 2019
4:00pm – 6:00pm EST

If you are planning to serve on your homeowner association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our HOA Board Certification class is designed to satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

Dealing with Difficult People

Provider # 0000811 | Course #9627654 | 1 CE Credit (1 HR or 1 ELE)
Presented by Marilyn J. Perez, Esq.

March 20, 2019
8:00am – 9:00am EST

Becker Miami Office
121 Alhambra Plaza
10th Floor
Coral Gables, FL 33134

Working with community associations involves interaction with members, association directors, attorneys, accountants, and other service and product providers. For managers. this requires the development of people skills to help them deal with personalities, stresses and demands which arise during the course of everyday operations.

HOA Board Member Certification

This class is NOT for Condominium Boards or Cooperative Boards
Provider #0000811 | Course #9626873 | 2 HR Credits or 2 ELE Credits
Presented by Doug Christy, Esq.

March 21, 2019
9:00am – 11:00am EST

Palm Aire Country Club
5601 Country Club Way
Sarasota, FL 34243

If you are planning to serve on your homeowner association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our HOA Board Certification class is designed to satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

CONDO Board Member Certification

This class is not meant for HOA and Cooperative Boards
Provider #0000811 | Course #9628449 | 2 CE Credits (2 IFM or 2 ELE)
Presented by Joseph E. Adams, Esq. & James Robert Caves, III, Esq.

March 21, 2019
4:00pm – 6:00pm EST

Becker Fort Myers Office
12140 Carissa Commerce Court
Suite 200
Fort Myers, FL 33966

If you are planning to serve on your condo association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected.

Our Condominium Association Board Member course is tailored specifically to certify condo board members. Your participation will satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve on your condominium association board. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role.

Collection & Foreclosure Strategies for Community Associations

Provider #0000811 | Course #9628904| 2 CE Credits (2 IFM or 2 ELE)
Presented by Carolyn C. Meadows, Esq. and K. Joy Mattingly, Esq.

March 22, 2019
12:00pm – 2:00pm EST

Becker Tampa Office
1511 N. Westshore Blvd. Suite 230
Tampa Bay, FL 33607

Are collection issues still plaguing your association? Are bank foreclosures dragging on for years with no end in sight? Are you confused about the changes in laws affecting association collection rights and remedies?

Please join us as we explore the fundamentals of collections and discuss effective legal strategies as well as practical techniques to solve your collection issues.