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Legal Talk for Co-ops and Condos

Co-op and condo board directors face a myriad of challenges they are not equipped to solve, and taking action can be a fraught experience. In this series, Habitat Magazine editors interview New York's leading co-op/condo attorneys for guidance on these challenges. Habitat, a New York City publication founded in 1982, is edited for co-op and condo board directors, property managers, and other professionals.

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Legal Talk for Co-ops and Condos

Document Requests Are Rising and Your Board Needs a Plan

September 22, 2025 • Season 2 • Episode 32

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Every board dreads that moment when a shareholder demands to see corporate documents, contracts, or financial records. But ignoring the request isn't an option. Evan Gitter, partner at Cohen Warren Meyer & Gitter, breaks down the shifting landscape of transparency laws and reveals why boards without proper procedures are setting themselves up for trouble. From repeat requesters with hidden agendas, to legitimate residents seeking information, Gitter explains how smart boards protect sensitive data while staying compliant. You'll learn surprising tactics for reducing these demands and discover legal tools most boards don't know they have. If you've ever wondered where to draw the line between transparency and privacy, this conversation is essential. Habitat's Carol Ott conducts the interview.

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The business of running a building is demanding work that requires making endless decisions — some that can quickly lead your board into a quagmire of legal difficulties. Legal Talk interviews New York's leading co-op/condo attorneys to find solutions, and get some guidance, on these challenges. For more co-op and condo insights, sign up to receive Habitat's free newsletters or become a Habitat subscriber today!