Amy Schott Ferguson - Cincinnati, OH

Dedicated Community Association and Real Estate Counsel in Cincinnati

Managing condominium communities and subdivisions requires detailed knowledge of property statutes, corporate governance, and fiduciary duties. Located at 10655 Springfield Pike in Cincinnati, attorney Amy Schott Ferguson serves as president of Cuni, Ferguson, Wolfgang and LeVay Co., LPA. An alumna of the University of Cincinnati and Case Western Reserve University School of Law, she was admitted to practice in Ohio in 1992 and Kentucky. For over thirty years, she has concentrated on community association law, representing hundreds of condominium and homeowners associations across Greater Cincinnati. Whether your board needs an experienced real estate lawyer to draft declaration amendments or wishes to hire a contract lawyer for collection foreclosures, Amy Schott Ferguson provides dependable, cost-effective representation.

Condominium and Homeowners Association Governance and CC&R Drafting

Navigating the complex interplay of state statutes and community governing documents requires steady legal guidance. Serving as skilled residential real estate lawyers and contract lawyers, the firm assists volunteer boards of directors and property management companies through every administrative phase. Core legal services include:

• Drafting, interpreting, and amending declarations of covenants, conditions, restrictions, and easements.
• Guiding boards through election procedures, annual meetings, parliamentary rules, and board resolutions.
• Advising on compliance with the Ohio Condominium Act and the Ohio Planned Community Law.
• Enforcing architectural control guidelines, maintenance rules, pet restrictions, and leasing limitations.
• Negotiating vendor contracts for landscaping, roofing, paving, and community amenities.

Assessment Collections, Mechanic Liens, and Foreclosure Proceedings

Unpaid assessments compromise association budgets and burden paying owners. Functioning as assertive collection advocates, Amy Schott Ferguson coordinates streamlined recovery strategies to restore financial stability. The firm issues delinquent assessment demand letters, files statutory liens, prosecutes judicial foreclosure actions, and pursues money judgments. Additionally, she represents association interests in mortgage foreclosures and federal bankruptcy proceedings to preserve assessment priority.

Real Estate Litigation and Board Dispute Resolution

When neighbor controversies or contractual conflicts cannot be resolved through informal negotiations, experienced courtroom advocacy becomes necessary. Operating as knowledgeable business litigation lawyers and commercial real estate lawyers, the firm represents associations and property stakeholders in complex legal challenges. Amy Schott Ferguson handles developer-to-owner transition disputes, construction defect claims, boundary and easement controversies, drainage disputes, and defends boards against challenges to their rulemaking authority.

Corporate Governance, Business Law, and Estate Planning

Because community associations are organized as nonprofit corporations, maintaining proper corporate formalities is essential. As versatile business and real estate lawyers and estate planning lawyers, the firm assists clients in maintaining nonprofit corporate standing, adopting corporate bylaws, and resolving internal board deadlocks. The firm also assists community members and private clients with foundational estate planning, preparing last wills, healthcare directives, and guiding families through probate court administration.

Three Decades of Community Focus and Professional Acclaim

Amy Schott Ferguson is an active member of the Cincinnati Bar Association, Northern Kentucky Bar Association, and leading community association professional organizations. Recognized for her approachable demeanor, clear explanations, and responsive service, she remains a trusted legal partner for volunteer trustees and property managers throughout the Tri-State region.