Travis Law Firm, PLC

09/04/2026

Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend from all of us at Travis Law Firm! 🇺🇸

08/31/2026

We are proud to congratulate Melissa S. Doolan, Esq. on being named a Fellow of the College of Community Association Lawyers (CCAL)!

This prestigious national recognition is reserved for attorneys who have distinguished themselves through their leadership, experience and contributions to community association law. Of more than 4,000 attorneys practicing community association law nationwide, fewer than 185 are CCAL Fellows.

Melissa has been an integral part of The Travis Law Firm since 2009, and we are incredibly proud to see her dedication to the profession recognized at the national level.

Congratulations, Melissa! This honor is well deserved!

08/21/2026

From the Bigtop at Westworld, Travis Law at the AACM Tradeshow!

08/05/2026

📚 It's that time of year again...

Arizona's latest legislative changes are here, and if you're a community manager, board member, or HOA leader, staying informed is more important than ever.

Our team has summarized the 2026 Arizona Legislative Update, highlighting the new laws that impact community associations, including changes to:

• Open meeting requirements

• Resale disclosures

• Shade structures

• Assessment liens

• Association duties

• And more.

Read the full update here:

https://www.travislawaz.com/2026-arizona-legislative-update/

Have questions about how these changes affect your association? We're here to help.

07/31/2026

🎉 Celebrating 18 Years of Serving Arizona's Community Associations 🎉

On August 1, Travis Law Firm proudly celebrates 18 years of serving Arizona's community association industry.

For nearly two decades, we've had the privilege of partnering with HOA and condominium boards, community managers, and management companies to provide practical legal guidance, responsive service, and trusted counsel.

This milestone would not be possible without the confidence of our clients, the support of our referral partners, and the dedication of our incredible team. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your communities and your success.

We're honored to celebrate 18 years of service and look forward to continuing to support Arizona's community associations for many years to come.

07/02/2026

🎆 Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸

This year, we proudly celebrate 250 years of America's independence—honoring the freedoms, resilience, and values that continue to shape our nation.

From all of us at Travis Law Firm, we wish you and your family a safe, happy, and memorable Fourth of July!

Holiday Office Hours:
🇺🇸 Friday, July 3 – Closed
🇺🇸 Monday, July 6 – Normal Business Hours Resume

Have a wonderful holiday weekend!

06/17/2026

New Federal Guidance on Emotional Support Animals

HUD has rescinded its prior ESA guidance and will now apply standards more closely aligned with the ADA, requiring proof that an animal is trained to perform tasks related to an individual's disability.

While this is a significant federal change, Arizona law continues to recognize emotional support animals as assistance animals, which may lead to different outcomes under state law. Read article here > https://www.travislawaz.com/?p=486

Questions about ESA requests in your community? Contact Travis Law Firm for guidance.

05/15/2026

Melissa Doolan, Esq. shares her insights in this featured article published on HOAleader.com https://www.hoaleader.com/public/Work-Trucks-Remain-Pain-Point-for-Many-HOAs-Regulating-Their-Appearance-Answer.cfm

As we reported last year, Florida law changed its laws prohibiting HOAs from banning owners from parking a pickup or work truck in their driveway. But that law may not prohibit HOAs from putting aesthetic restrictions on those trucks, like prohibiting tools from being visible in an open bed or ladde...

05/01/2026

Going for the GOLD with TravisLaw at the CAI Arizona Tradeshow!

04/29/2026

📢 New Case Law Alert

Recent case law is impacting how associations handle notice, agendas, and executive session meetings—and it’s something every board and manager should be aware of.

By: Melissa S. Doolan, Esq. The Arizona Court of Appeals issued an opinion that has an immediate and profound impact on the how Boards of planned communities and condominiums conduct business in executive/closed meeting. In AZNH Revocable Trust v. Sunland Springs Village Association, the Court of Ap...