GOVERNANCE
Associations are typically set up as a non-profit mutual benefit corporation and are governed by a Board of Directors. Case law in California has defined Associations as small municipal governments, mini-governments and quasi-governments, and, as such, Associations are required to adhere to the legal standards in the services provided to their members. We can guide an Association and its Board of Directors through the best practices for self-governance, including membership meetings, Board meeting procedures, the decision-making process, meeting notice, documentation and more.
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Affiliations
Fiore Racobs & Powers is a founding member of California Association of Community Managers (CACM), and active in Community Associations Institute (CAI) and the California Legislative Action Committee. We are members of the regional chapters of CAI, including: CAI-Orange County Chapter, CAI-Greater Inland Empire Chapter, CAI-Coachella Valley Chapter, CAI-Greater Los Angeles Chapter, CAI-San Diego Chapter and CAI-Channel Islands Chapter.
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Affiliations
The Firm has received an AV® rating from Martindale-Hubbell indicating its high to preeminent legal ability and very high ethical standards.
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Affiliations
Attorneys Richard S. Fiore, Janet L.S. Powers, John R. MacDowell and Erin A. Maloney, are members of the College of Community Association Lawyers (CCAL). Fewer than 175 attorneys nationwide are admitted to the prestigious organization. Fellows of the College are among the most respected community association attorneys in the country.
CCAL consists of attorneys who have distinguished themselves through contributions to the evolution and practice of community association law. CCAL fellows are also recognized for committing themselves to high standards of professional and ethical conduct.
