Common Interest Communities and Homeowner Associations

Experienced Legal Counsel for Colorado's Mountain Communities

Common interest community and homeowners association law is a primary focus of Wallace Law. With more than 35 years of experience representing residential and commercial associations throughout Colorado, we provide comprehensive legal counsel on the complex issues affecting condominium associations, planned communities, mixed-use developments, and homeowners associations. Our practice emphasizes practical solutions, sound governance, and the protection of association interests while recognizing the unique relationships and responsibilities that exist within common interest communities.

Our representation encompasses all aspects of association governance and operations, including the drafting, interpretation, amendment, and enforcement of declarations, covenants, bylaws, rules and regulations, and responsible governance policies. We advise boards of directors and management companies on their statutory and fiduciary obligations, compliance with the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act (CCIOA), assessment collection and lien enforcement, budgeting and special assessments, insurance coverage, maintenance and repair responsibilities, capital improvements, and the allocation of expenses between associations and individual owners.

We also represent associations in disputes involving covenant enforcement, construction defects, developer obligations, property rights, easements, insurance claims, and the interpretation of governing documents. Our experience extends from advising boards on day-to-day operational matters to representing clients in complex litigation, arbitration, and appellate proceedings. Whenever possible, we emphasize early resolution of disputes to minimize legal expenses and preserve relationships within the community.

Our practice is particularly experienced in the legal issues unique to Colorado's mountain and resort communities. These include condominium hotels, mixed-use residential and commercial developments, aging infrastructure, shared amenities, seasonal ownership, short-term rentals, and the sometimes complicated allocation of maintenance, insurance, and financial responsibilities among owners and associations. Our longstanding presence in the Vail Valley provides a practical understanding of the local developments, municipal regulations, and community concerns that influence association governance.

Wallace Law's commitment to common interest community law extends beyond client representation through active participation in professional education and legislative advocacy. Founder Kerry H. Wallace has been a frequent lecturer and presenter at annual conferences of the Community Associations Institute (CAI), Rocky Mountain Chapter, addressing legal and governance issues affecting community associations. In 2026, she participated in CAI's federal legislative advocacy efforts in Washington, D.C., meeting with congressional representatives on issues affecting common interest communities. This involvement helps inform our practice and reflects our commitment to the continued development of laws and policies governing community associations.

We regularly work with association boards, executive committees, community association managers, and property owners to address legal concerns before they develop into costly disputes. Whether an association requires ongoing general counsel, assistance with amendments to governing documents, advice concerning a significant repair or insurance issue, or representation in litigation, we provide responsive, experienced legal services tailored to the needs of each community.

Based in Edwards, Colorado, Wallace Law serves common interest communities throughout the Vail Valley and surrounding mountain regions, including Eagle, Summit, Pitkin, Garfield, Grand, Gunnison, and Routt Counties, as well as the Denver metropolitan area.

Serving Mountain Communities Since 1991. Community-Based Resolutions.