Practice Areas

Community Association

Blair Law Group regularly provides legal representation to community associations and represents hundreds of associations throughout the state of Florida. This representation includes all types of Associations including Condominium Associations, Homeowner’s Associations, Timeshares, and Cooperatives. Through hard work and experience, our attorneys strive to offer the best possible counsel. We provide effective approaches to the legal challenges faced by our associations, timely and creatively, which enables them to make informed decisions and obtain the best results.

Our Community Association Practice Group provides general counsel, litigation, and collections services. As general counsel, our firm assists our Associations and Boards by answering everyday questions regarding operational and practical issues, advising on compliance with applicable federal laws such as Fair Housing and Employment laws, amendment and enforcement of the governing documents, drafting and reviewing contracts, advising on fiscal matters such as budgets and assessments, and all matters that arise from running the Association.

Additionally, as a full-service Association firm, we have extensive experience assisting in responding to Fair Debt disputes, communication and negotiation of delinquent accounts, monitoring bankruptcy actions, and representation on behalf of the association in mortgage foreclosure actions. Our practice group also prepares estoppels on behalf of the association and negotiates with title companies when a mortgage foreclosure, short sale, or traditional sale of property is involved.

To help assist our Associations and the community, the firm also offers informational seminars to community association managers, board members, service providers, and members of community associations regarding current issues, changes in the law, and association operations. Our seminars are accredited by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation to provide the association managers with CEU’s for the classes. We have a robust list of courses available. We are also active in Community Associations Institute (CAI), a national organization dedicated to the betterment of all aspects of community associations.

Community associations of all sizes rely on the advice of the attorneys at Blair Law Group for guidance. In addition to our client-focused service, we offer unique benefits to our clients; benefits that cater to the needs of the board members, association managers, and associations as a whole, such as:

• Our 48 business hours response — you will receive a response from someone in our office within 2 business days of your inquiry, whether via email, voicemail, or any other form of communication.
• A client liaison is assigned specifically for urgent requests so that when you need counsel, an attorney is there for you.
• Customized legal strategy tailored to your Association’s specific needs.
• Status reports available upon request or upon your schedule.
• Attorneys have 24-hour access to business emails, in case of client emergency.

Commercial Litigation

Wide variety of experience in commercial litigation and bankruptcy issues, including collections and contract enforcement litigation.

• Contract Disputes
• Business Litigation
• Debt Collection
• Commercial Disputes

Estate Planning

As Tampa Estate Planning Attorneys, we provide guidance to clients in the estate planning process by:

• Determining the best way for the client to own assets during his or her lifetime;
• Determining how and when to transfer those assets to designated beneficiaries;
• Maximizing exemptions from creditors and minimizing transfer taxes;
• Planning for incapacity with respect to financial or personal and medical decisions; and
• Planning for the final stages of life.

What is an Estate Plan?

A person makes an estate plan to provide for his or her lifetime physical and financial needs, as well as the distribution of his or her estate upon death.

An estate plan may include a will and/or a trust, a living will, a designation of health care surrogate, and a power of attorney, as well as other documents.

Components of an Estate Plan

A comprehensive estate plan does more than just distribute your assets upon your death. Ideally, an estate plan should prepare for every contingency with respect to one’s person and one’s property both during life and after death.

During Lifetime

A durable power of attorney and advance directives, such as a living will and designation of health care surrogate, are only effective during the signer’s lifetime. These are legal documents that authorize another person to act on their behalf.

Advance directives are documents used to inform family, friends, and medical personnel about the kind of medical care and treatment a person desires if he or she becomes incapacitated and appoints a person to make sure those wishes are carried out. The person appointed is also authorized to make medical decisions on the person’s behalf.

A durable power of attorney is a legal document that authorizes another person to manage the grantor’s financial affairs. The most common use of the power of attorney is to allow the appointed individual to write checks for the payment of bills for the grantor. A living trust, also called a revocable trust, is a trust that is created and becomes effective during the grantor’s lifetime. A revocable trust provides the grantors with the benefits of the trust during their lifetime. Upon the grantor’s passing, the assets are distributed to the beneficiaries.

These documents are important components of an estate plan. In the event of incapacity, they can avoid the need for guardianship, preserve assets, and provide peace of mind for family members when faced with end-of-life decisions.

After Death

A client can direct how to dispose of their assets following their death through the execution of a trust or Last Will and Testament. Regardless of the value of your assets, these documents are important for everyone. They allow you to direct how you want your assets to be distributed, and in some cases provide a mechanism to protect assets after your death. Parents can also appoint a guardian for their minor children and provide protection for children with special needs.

Each client is unique and has special needs and considerations. As Tampa Estate Planning Attorneys, we can assist in tailoring an estate plan for your needs.

Probate & Trust Administration

Losing a family member is deeply challenging, and dealing with the complex legal processes that follow can feel entirely overwhelming. At Blair Law Group, we help families navigate probate and trust administration with genuine care and absolute clarity.

As a Tampa Bay probate law firm, we protect your loved one’s legacy and ensure assets pass smoothly to rightful beneficiaries. Our legal team serves clients throughout the greater region, including Hillsborough County, Pinellas County, Pasco County, and Hernando County.

Comprehensive Estate Administration Services

Every estate is unique, requiring tailored solutions to resolve local legal requirements. Our experienced estate planning and probate lawyers handle all administrative steps, including:

• Probate proceedings and formal administration
• Trust administration and trustee guidance
• Lawful asset distribution to heirs and beneficiaries
• Creditor claims and estate debt resolution
• Estate tax compliance and final financial reporting
• Will and trust disputes or inheritance litigation

Whether you need a probate lawyer or guidance on a trust, we ensure your loved one’s final wishes are carried out properly and efficiently.

Real Estate Closings

Blair Law Group is a full-service title agency that has been helping the community sell and purchase both residential and commercial real estate. We pride ourselves on providing our clients with efficient and effective services, going above and beyond to make sure that the sale or purchase is a smooth process.

Blair Law Group is a boutique firm with years of experience that allows us to go the extra mile for our clients. We work with the many parties and vendors involved in a real estate closing, including Lenders, Surveyors, and Realtors/Brokers, to facilitate an easy and painless process for our clients. Here at Blair Law Group we are working hard to make sure all your closing needs are covered.

We can assist you with your needs including:

• Acting as Escrow Agent
• Conducting Title Examination
• Assisting with clearing Title
• Issuing Title Insurance
• Negotiating Terms and Price of Sale
• Handling the Closing from Start to Finish
• Assisting with all of your other Real Estate needs

Real Estate Litigation

We here at Blair Law Group represent all types of matters for both purchasers and sellers in all types of cases in real estate, from the creation of the contract through post-closing issues. Our attorneys have special expertise in survey issues, title insurance review, and landlord/tenant law.

The firm has extensive experience with all types of real estate litigation matters, including title insurance litigation, construction law, breaches of contract, property line disputes, fraudulent nondisclosure matters, mortgage foreclosure litigation, and commercial and residential landlord/tenant litigation.

Construction Law

Many years of experience in Construction Law, handling disputes, contract negotiations, and lien enforcement for contractors and property owners.

• Lien Enforcement
• Contract Disputes
• Construction Litigation
• Contractor Representation

Business/Commercial Law

Counsel clients on tax aspects, federal, state, and local regulatory requirements for business operations and transactions.

• Business Formation
• Corporate Transactions
• Contract Preparation
• Regulatory Compliance

Debt Collection

Efficient and professional commercial and retail debt collection services, protecting your business interests and recovering what you're owed.

• Commercial Collections
• Retail Collections
• Judgment Enforcement
• Asset Recovery

Litigation

When another resolution cannot be reached, our litigation attorneys have the necessary experience and reputation to provide strong advocacy for you.

• Civil Litigation
• Trial Representation
• Appeals
• Dispute Resolution