Ball Janik LLP

10/23/2026

A familiar maintenance issue. A classroom discussion. A reason to take another look.

While Ball Janik associate Elijah Waring taught Fundamentals of Community Association Maintenance, one property manager recognized a pattern he described in a work order already on file.

The conversation offered a valuable reminder: understanding what you can see is only part of understanding a building’s condition. Knowing when to raise questions and involve qualified professionals matters, too.

We appreciate everyone who joined us and shared their experiences. These discussions help connect education with the challenges community managers encounter every day.

Contact Ball Janik to learn about educational opportunities for your team.

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10/22/2026

Another storm. The same leak. More frustrated residents.

When water keeps finding its way inside, your community deserves to understand why. Recurring leaks could point to construction defects affecting windows, walls, or other building components.

Ball Janik helps community associations evaluate construction defect concerns and explore potential recovery options.

Seeing a pattern in your community? Tell us what’s happening. Let’s talk.

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10/21/2026

A photo to take home. A connection to keep.

Here’s another look at the smiles, conversations, and activity at the Ball Janik booth during FAA’s Inspire Conference & Trade Show!

We loved spending time with everyone who stopped by, sharing a few laughs, and getting to know more of Florida’s multifamily community.

Thank you for making our booth such a welcoming place to be. Spot yourself or someone you know in the video? Say hello below!

Florida Apartment Association

10/16/2026

Behind every apartment community are people working hard to keep it running. We enjoyed getting to know more of them at FAA Inspire!

Our Ball Janik team spent the week connecting with apartment owners, property managers, and industry partners at the Florida Apartment Association’s Inspire Conference & Trade Show. We appreciated the opportunity to hear their perspectives, reconnect with familiar faces, and build new relationships.

Thank you to FAA and everyone who stopped by to talk with us!

What was your biggest takeaway from Inspire?

10/14/2026

When property issues become complex, having knowledgeable people to turn to matters.

Ball Janik associate Eli Waring participated in NARPM Southeast Florida’s “Litigation Prep for Associations & Property Owners” panel at The Boatyard in Fort Lauderdale.

The event brought together professionals from several disciplines to share perspectives on preparing for potential property disputes. We enjoyed the opportunity to contribute, connect with attendees, and continue building relationships across our industry.

Thank you to NARPM and everyone who joined us!

10/12/2026

Nobody looks forward to the words “special assessment.”

Unexpected repairs can put pressure on an entire community. But when leaks return or building components fail prematurely, it’s worth asking what’s behind the repair bill.

Construction defects could be part of the problem. A closer evaluation can help your association understand the issues and explore potential recovery options.

Have concerns about your community’s repair costs? Contact Ball Janik to start the conversation.

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10/08/2026

A strong property claim starts with careful preparation.

Construction Defect Journal recently featured Kimberlee Martin as she joins Ball Janik’s Orlando construction defect team. Her experience taking property disputes to trial brings valuable perspective to the work that begins well before a courtroom appearance: reviewing evidence, coordinating with experts, and preparing a case for what may come next.

We’re pleased to welcome Kimberlee and strengthen the team serving community associations and commercial property owners.

What helps your board feel informed when working with legal counsel?

Read more:
https://www.balljanik.com/kimberlee-martin-joins-ball-janik-llps-orlando-construction-defect-team/

Published in Corporate Counsel Business Journal and Construction Defect Journal Ball Janik LLP has announced that Kimberlee A. Martin joined its Construction Defect Practice Group ... Read More…

10/05/2026

Seven years sounds like plenty of time, until a construction defect surfaces in year six.

Florida’s SB 360 shortened the statute of repose for many construction defect claims to seven years. Discovering a hidden defect does not restart that clock, and other deadlines may require action sooner.

For condominium and HOA boards, property managers, and owners, early evaluation can help preserve options for pursuing recovery.

Don’t let a deadline decide your community’s next move. If your property is approaching the seven-year mark or showing signs of potential defects, contact Ball Janik LLP to discuss your concerns and the deadlines that may apply.

Learn More: https://www.balljanik.com/

10/05/2026

When property problems become legal disputes, experience matters at every step.

We’re pleased to welcome Kimberlee Martin to Ball Janik’s Orlando construction defect team. She brings more than a decade of litigation experience, including handling property and insurance claims from pre-suit through trial.

Her experience adds strength to the teams advocating for community associations and commercial property owners—and the properties and investments they work hard to protect.

Thank you to Corporate Counsel Business Journal for sharing the news. Welcome, Kimberlee!

Read more:
https://www.balljanik.com/kimberlee-martin-joins-ball-janik-llps-orlando-construction-defect-team/

Published in Corporate Counsel Business Journal Ball Janik LLP has announced that Kimberlee A. Martin joined its Construction Defect Practice Group as an associate in ... Read More…

10/02/2026

Before your board signs at turnover, make sure it understands what it may be giving up.

Thank you to Central Florida Times for featuring Ball Janik Partner Keegan Berry’s guidance on broad claim releases in developer turnover documents. A release could affect the association’s ability to pursue construction defects, even issues it has not yet discovered.

Taking time to investigate, preserve records, and seek engineering and legal guidance can help protect the community’s interests.

Read the article:
https://www.balljanik.com/during-turnover-dont-trade-away-unknown-defect-rights-for-a-quick-fix/