Peter R. McGrath, P.A. - Orlando, FL
Peter R. McGrath, P.A. provides dedicated counsel in homeowner and condominium association law, real estate litigation, and commercial property transactions in Orlando and across Central Florida, backed by decades of proven courtroom and transactional experience.
Premier Real Estate and Community Association Law in Orlando
Founded in 1996 by veteran attorney Peter R. McGrath, the Orlando-based firm Peter R. McGrath, P.A. serves community associations, commercial property developers, investors, and individual homeowners throughout Orange County and surrounding Central Florida communities. With a legal career beginning in 1988 after graduating from the Wake Forest University School of Law, Peter R. McGrath provides seasoned guidance in property rights, association governance, and complex commercial matters. When property owners or board executives search for ways to find a lawyer with profound knowledge of Florida statutes governing planned unit developments, this boutique law office offers aggressive, cost-effective representation tailored to resolving challenging property conflicts.
Homeowner and Condominium Association Governance
Community associations face an intricate regulatory environment governed by chapters 718 and 720 of the Florida Statutes. As recognized business and real estate lawyers, the firm represents homeowner associations (HOAs), condominium boards, and individual owners in all facets of association governance. Key services include:
- Assessment Collections and Liens: Perfecting and recording association claims of lien, managing collection proceedings, and pursuing lien foreclosure litigation against delinquent accounts.
- Covenant Enforcement: Enforcing architectural guidelines, leasing restrictions, property maintenance rules, and defending homeowner property rights against improper enforcement actions.
- Document Drafting and Interpretation: Drafting, revising, and interpreting community bylaws, declarations of covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC and Rs), and managing developer turnover procedures.
- Dispute Resolution: Providing proactive legal reviews and mediation representation to resolve internal board disputes or homeowner conflicts without expensive litigation.
Real Estate Litigation and Contract Disputes
When disagreements escalate into formal civil litigation, having battle-tested advocates is indispensable. Working closely with contract lawyers and business litigation lawyers, the practice protects clients facing commercial disputes, construction defect claims, and landlord-tenant disagreements. Whether you need a real estate attorney to handle complex boundary quarrels, resolve title defects, or defend against an improper foreclosure action, the team delivers clear, actionable legal options. As seasoned residential real estate lawyers and commercial real estate lawyers, the office ensures that purchase and sale negotiations, closing transactions, and commercial lease agreements safeguard each client's legal and financial interests from initial negotiation to the closing table.
Client-Centered Strategy and Strategic Legal Counsel
At Peter R. McGrath, P.A., legal representation is built on accessibility and responsive communication. Understanding that board members, business owners, and working professionals have demanding day jobs, the firm offers evening and weekend appointments by arrangement. For associations operating on tight budgets or individuals who need a lawyer immediately to protect their real property investment, the firm combines extensive local court experience with practical solutions that avoid protracted battles whenever possible. Contact the Orlando office today to schedule a comprehensive legal consultation and secure dependable legal representation for your property matters.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the active North Quarter district of Downtown Orlando.
Building Location
This office is located in the 801 Magnolia Building, a four-story stucco commercial office building built in 1974. The building is positioned at the northeast corner of N. Magnolia Ave and Park Lake Circle, directly across from the Wells Fargo building.
Parking Details
Visitors can utilize the free surface parking lot located directly at the property, with its entrance along N. Magnolia Ave.
Public Transit
Served by Lynx Route 102 (Orange Ave / S. U.S. 17-92); nearest stop is at N Magnolia Ave & W Colonial Dr.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the main entrance lobby, take the interior elevator to the 3rd floor, and proceed to the office in Suite 317.