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LS Carlson Law, PC Based in Orange County, California, LS Carlson Law, PC is a dynamic law firm designed to meet all of our clients' business and real estate needs.

LS Carlson Law is a midsized, multi-state law firm that puts client service at the forefront of our practice. From our attorneys to our paralegals to our administrative staff, every member of LS Carlson Law is dedicated to providing our clients with an unparalleled experience with exceptional results. Our law firm is made up of accomplished trial lawyers with impeccable ethical standards, a wealth of legal knowledge and experience, and decades of success handling complex business disputes and residential and commercial real estate matters. Our attorneys have an exceptional ability to develop and execute thoughtful, innovative, and effective strategies and solutions. We’ve built a reputation on our ability to solve tough business and real estate problems efficiently. We’re tough negotiators and skilled litigators, and we work toward efficient solutions to defend and protect what you've worked so hard for.

When KFI AM 640 needed a legal read on a $26,000 HOA special assessment in San Clemente, they called LS Carlson Law.Mana...
09/04/2026

When KFI AM 640 needed a legal read on a $26,000 HOA special assessment in San Clemente, they called LS Carlson Law.

Managing Partner Kirk Pearson joined KFI to break down what California law says — and where HOA boards can run into trouble.

At Villa Mora, 198 condo owners were reportedly assessed roughly $26,000 each for a new roof, payable in a lump sum, two payments, or about $2,000 a month.

Kirk explained that California generally limits board-imposed special assessments to 5% of an association’s budgeted gross expenses. Above that, member approval is typically required.

Boards may try to rely on the “emergency” exception, but that exception is narrow under the Davis-Stirling Act — particularly where the problem may stem from years of deferred maintenance.

KFI came to us because this is what we do.

LS Carlson Law was built around representing homeowners in HOA disputes, and Kirk has become one of the leading voices in the field.

Hear Kirk’s full interview with KFI AM 640:
https://www.lscarlsonlaw.com/team/kirk-pearson

LS Carlson Law Partner, Keith Lehman was recently featured on WSVN 7News Miami’s 7 Investigates discussing an ongoing di...
08/18/2026

LS Carlson Law Partner, Keith Lehman was recently featured on WSVN 7News Miami’s 7 Investigates discussing an ongoing dispute involving one of our Florida clients and his condominium association.

After a fire damaged his Coconut Creek home, Jose Cordero and his family have faced continued challenges and delays in getting the property rebuilt. The WSVN investigation takes a closer look at their experience, the dispute with the condo association, and the legal issues now surrounding the rebuilding process.

Keith joined the story to provide insight and discuss the issues at the center of the dispute.

Full story here:
https://wsvn.com/news/investigations/broward-man-suing-coa/

Your mortgage can be current… and your HOA can still foreclose.That’s the wild reality behind a new New York Post story ...
08/11/2026

Your mortgage can be current… and your HOA can still foreclose.

That’s the wild reality behind a new New York Post story featuring Kirk Pearson, Managing Partner at LS Carlson Law.

The article highlights a growing crisis: HOA foreclosures are up nearly 40% in just two years as associations across the country deal with rising insurance costs, depleted reserves, and delinquent accounts.

Some of the examples are staggering:
1.One community saw dues jump from $350 to $1,250 per month

2. Homeowners were hit with a $10,000 special assessment

3. One HOA’s insurance premium reportedly climbed from $60,000 to $360,000

Kirk explained to the Post that HOA foreclosure sales are typically auctioned, and in California, homeowners may only have a limited window to recover their property.

But what makes these cases even more alarming is that the missed dues are often just the beginning. Collection fees, legal costs, and aggressive enforcement can turn a manageable issue into a devastating one.

This isn’t just about late payments. It’s about how quickly an HOA dispute can spiral into the loss of a home.

Read the full story in the New York Post:
https://nypost.com/2026/08/03/real-estate/hoas-running-out-of-money-and-foreclosing-on-more-residents/

07/09/2026

A new HOA board sweeps the election on one promise: slash your dues. 📉

Sounds like a win… until the pool stops being maintained, the landscaping starts slipping, and the common areas begin falling apart.

In the latest episode of Bad HOA, we tackle HOA negligence — what it looks like, how it happens, and why underfunding common area maintenance can become a serious problem for homeowners.

We also do a deep dive on our most recent blog post:
https://www.lscarlsonlaw.com/articles/how-to-prove-hoa-negligence-california

Cheap dues aren’t a gift if the association stops funding what it is obligated to maintain.

A board can be popular and still make financially negligent decisions.

If your HOA cut the budget and the common areas are now sliding, start building a record: dated photos, written complaints, meeting minutes, budgets, reserve disclosures, and the governing documents that spell out what the association is required to maintain.

Listen to the latest episode of Bad HOA and learn how homeowners can recognize, document, and respond to HOA negligence.

This is educational, not legal advice.

This Fourth of July, America marks 250 years of independence.It is a day to celebrate the freedom, resilience, and endur...
07/05/2026

This Fourth of July, America marks 250 years of independence.

It is a day to celebrate the freedom, resilience, and enduring promise of this country — but also a day to remember the cost of that freedom.

For two and a half centuries, brave men and women have answered the call to serve, protect, defend, and preserve the liberties we celebrate today. Their courage, sacrifice, and devotion made this day possible, and their example reminds us that freedom is never something to take for granted.
To every veteran, active-duty service member, first responder, and family who has carried the weight of service: thank you.

Today, we honor the flag, we celebrate our country, and we give thanks for the generations of Americans who helped make this day possible.

Happy Fourth of July. 🇺🇸

Congratulations to Kevin on two meaningful milestones with LS Carlson Law: his 3-year anniversary with the firm and his ...
07/03/2026

Congratulations to Kevin on two meaningful milestones with LS Carlson Law: his 3-year anniversary with the firm and his promotion to Senior Associate earlier this year.

Kevin has continued to grow as an attorney, teammate, and advocate for our clients, and we’re proud to recognize the hard work and dedication that brought him to this point.
To celebrate, Jeff and Kevin spent the day playing 18 in true Florida fashion — heat and all.

Congratulations, Kevin. We’re grateful to have you on the LS Carlson Law team and excited for what’s ahead.

06/24/2026

🏠 The strategies, lessons, and insights in these pages were shaped by the pioneers, path-pavers, and innovators I’ve had the privilege of working alongside for the past two decades. The attorneys, legal professionals, and staff at LS Carlson Law have helped build the playbook that homeowners use every day to stand up to abusive HOA tactics and take back control.

Together, over the last 20 years, we’ve challenged the status quo, developed new approaches, fought difficult battles, and helped thousands of homeowners navigate disputes that once felt impossible to overcome.

Bad HOA is the product of those collective efforts. It represents decades of experience, countless homeowner stories, and a team that has never stopped looking for better ways to serve the people who trust us when the stakes are highest.

To every member of our team—thank you. The impact this book has had on homeowners across the country is a direct result of your fearless advocacy, relentless dedication, and unwavering commitment to the clients we serve.

📖 Learn more about Bad HOA:
https://www.lscarlsonlaw.com/bad-hoa-book

A home is more than four walls—it’s the view, the privacy, and the enjoyment that come with it.When our clients learned ...
06/23/2026

A home is more than four walls—it’s the view, the privacy, and the enjoyment that come with it.

When our clients learned their HOA had approved a neighboring second-story and ADU project that would significantly impact their protected hillside view and create privacy concerns, they felt the process had ignored their rights and their objections.

Our Senior Attorney, Tate Casey, stepped in and conducted a thorough review of the HOA’s approval process and governing documents. After identifying significant procedural issues, he challenged the association’s actions and helped position the matter for a favorable resolution.

The result was a binding settlement that required meaningful corrective measures to address the view and privacy impacts while avoiding the time, expense, and uncertainty of litigation.

Another strong result for homeowners and a reminder that HOA boards must follow their own rules.

05/29/2026

Wondering what the Bad HOA Podcast is actually about? Here's our new trailer!

Every week we break down real HOA battles — what the board did, where they overstepped, and how homeowners take back control. No outrage bait. Just the patterns we've seen play out across hundreds of disputes.

The board is counting on what you don't know. This podcast can help close the gap — an empowered homeowner is a bad HOA's worst nightmare.

National Hamburger Day gave us the perfect opportunity to show our appreciation for the hardworking team that helps make...
05/29/2026

National Hamburger Day gave us the perfect opportunity to show our appreciation for the hardworking team that helps make our firm what it is. We are grateful every day for the culture we’ve built—one that values teamwork, excellence, and taking care of the people who take care of our clients.

Thank you to our amazing staff for all that you do. Today, the burgers were on us! 🍔🎉

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85 Enterprise, Suite 310
Aliso Viejo, CA
92656

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