Jeremy Fernando, Author at The Illinois Condo and HOA Law Blog

About the Author

Jeremy Fernando is an Associate Attorney at Hirzel Law, PLC, counseling Illinois community associations on governing document amendments, rules and regulations, bylaw enforcement, collections, and breach-of-contract and breach-of-fiduciary-duty litigation. A cum laude graduate of Marquette University Law School — where he ranked in the top 15% of his class and served as an Associate Editor of the Marquette Law Review — he has been named to the Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch in America” list for Real Estate Law. Learn more on his full bio at hirzellaw.com.

Illinois Condo & HOA Case Law• July 10, 2026

Illinois Appellate Court Upholds a Master Association’s Right to Assess Illinois Condominium Unit Owners

The Illinois Appellate Court held that a master association may assess condo and single-family owners equally. Learn what the ruling means for boards.

Condo & HOA Legislation• July 6, 2026

Does Your Illinois Condo or HOA Have a Collection Policy? A New Law Will Soon Require One

Illinois SB3527 makes a written collection policy a prerequisite to collecting delinquent assessments. Learn what condo and HOA boards must do by Jan. 1, 2027.

Fair Housing• June 25, 2026

When Does an HOA Flag Policy Violate the Fair Housing Act? Seventh Circuit Weighs In

A Seventh Circuit ruling clarifies when a community association's neutral flag policy violates the Fair Housing Act. Key takeaways for Illinois HOA boards.

Condo & HOA Collections• June 18, 2026

Illinois Court Holds Seller Liable for Condo Assessments Despite Unrecorded Deed

An Illinois court held a seller liable for condo assessments after a sale where the deed was never recorded and the association was not notified.

Condo & HOA Insurance• June 11, 2026

Insured v. Insured Exceptions: What Illinois Community Associations Need to Know About Directors & Officers Insurance Policies

When can an Illinois D&O insurer refuse to defend a condo board? Truck v. Ulman clarifies coverage, exclusions, and duty-to-defend rules for boards.

Document Amendments• May 21, 2026

How to Amend Illinois HOA Governing Documents

A step-by-step guide to amending Illinois HOA and condo governing documents: owner votes, mortgagee approval, and recording. Practical tips for boards.

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