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EPISODE · Mar 6, 2026 · 1 MIN

Can You Bring a Lawyer to an IDR Meeting in a California HOA?

from HOA HELL · host Michael Kushner

In this HOA Q&A, California’s leading homeowner-side HOA attorney, Michael Kushner, explains your statutory right to have your attorney present during an Internal Dispute Resolution meeting with your HOA and why giving advance notice, although not required, is still a good idea. 🎯 What You’ll Learn in This HOA Q&A:✅ That the Davis-Stirling Act grants you the right to have an attorney represent you at an IDR.✅ Why you should notify your HOA in advance if you plan on having your lawyer with you at the IDR. Kushner also clarifies how to properly assert your right to have an attorney with you at an IDR under the Davis-Stirling Act without triggering unnecessary delays. 🎧 📞 If you enjoyed this Q&A, please like and subscribe to HOA HELL. Listen on YouTube at @hoahellpodcastofficial or wherever you get your podcasts. To schedule a consultation, visit https://mbkchapman.com/ and mention the HOA HELL discount. Disclaimer:  This content constitutes attorney advertising.  The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is created by listening to this podcast, submitting a question, or receiving a response. Always consult with a licensed attorney regarding your specific legal situation. MBK Chapman and Michael Kushner disclaim any liability for actions taken or not taken based on the information provided in this podcast.  This communication does not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter.  About:  Michael Kushner created and taught the systems now used by the biggest law firms in the state focused on homeowner-side HOA litigation. Managing partner of MBK Chapman, and author of the best-selling book, HOA HELL, Kushner teaches homeowners how to fight their bad HOAs and win. 💥 Amazon [https://tinyurl.com/tx47hmvn] | Barnes & Noble [https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/hoa%20hell] #HOAlawyer #HOAattorney #DavisStirlingAct #IDR #InternalDisputeResolution #HOAHearing #CaliforniaHOA #badHOA #HOAhell #CaliforniaRealEstateAttorney #CaliforniaRealEstateLawyer 🔥 HOA Hell Attorney Michael Kushner, California’s #1 homeowner-side HOA lawyer, shares real legal tools to help homeowners fight back and win against Bad HOAs.👉 Got an HOA nightmare? Submit your question at [email protected]. Or learn more about your rights as a homeowner by visiting: https://www.mbkchapman.com/fact-sheets. 📲 Follow us on:Instagram: @mbkchapmanpc YouTube: HOA HellLinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/mbk-chapmanFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/MBKChapmanX:  https://x.com/MBKchapman Reddit:  https://www.reddit.com/r/hoa_hell/ 

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In this HOA Q&A, California’s leading homeowner-side HOA attorney, Michael Kushner, explains your statutory right to have your attorney present during an Internal Dispute Resolution meeting with your HOA and why giving advance notice, although not required, is still a good idea. 🎯 What You’ll Learn in This HOA Q&A: ✅ That the Davis-Stirling Act grants you the right to have an attorney represent you at an IDR. ✅ Why you should notify your HOA in advance if you plan on having your...

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