Carole Briggs
Welcome to the professional hub of Carole Briggs, a respected legal authority and trusted advisor in the field of community association law. This platform showcases Carole’s distinguished career spanning more than three decades, dedicated to resolving complex legal matters and guiding community associations toward stability, compliance, and long-term success. With deep expertise in construction disputes, real estate matters, dispute resolution, and governance document drafting, Carole has built a reputation for precision, practicality, and unwavering client advocacy. Beyond her extensive legal accomplishments, she is passionate about equipping association boards with the tools, knowledge, and strategies they need to navigate challenges confidently. Through her insightful counsel, mastery of negotiation, and commitment to fostering harmonious communities, Carole Briggs continues to shape the future of community association governance with integrity and vision.
Carole Briggs – Of Counsel
Carole Briggs serves as Of Counsel to the firm of Alderman, Devorsetz & Hora PLLC, bringing more than three decades of legal expertise to her clients. Over the course of her career, she has devoted herself to representing community associations, offering comprehensive legal services that address the diverse and often complex needs of these organizations. Her practice encompasses construction disputes, real estate matters, dispute resolution, contract negotiations, and governance document interpretation and drafting, making her a trusted advisor to boards, property managers, and association members alike.
Carole’s reputation has been built on her ability to balance rigorous legal analysis with practical, actionable guidance. She is adept at guiding boards through intricate processes, whether that means resolving contentious disputes, navigating construction disputes, or ensuring that governing documents comply with state law and association needs. Her work reflects a deep understanding of the legal, operational, and interpersonal challenges that community associations face.
Decades of Service to Community Associations
Throughout her career, Carole has remained steadfastly committed to the interests of community associations—from large-scale condominium associations and cooperatives to smaller condominium associations or homeowners associations. She has successfully advised on construction disputes, including complex defect claims, contract breaches, and warranty issues, helping boards protect property values and secure equitable resolutions.
Carole regularly counsels associations on real estate matters, whether related to property boundaries, easements, land use, or title concerns. Her depth of experience enables her to anticipate potential issues, reducing the risk of costly litigation and ensuring smoother transactions.
Her focus also extends to negotiating and finalizing contracts. She routinely works on loan closing documents, ensuring that financing agreements are carefully structured and that associations understand the legal and financial implications of their commitments. She also drafts and negotiates service contracts with vendors, contractors, and management companies, ensuring that associations have clear, enforceable agreements that protect their interests.
Governance and Document Drafting Expertise
One of Carole’s most valuable contributions lies in her comprehensive knowledge of community association governance documents. She has substantial experience in drafting, revising, and modernizing association governing documents, including restrictive covenants, , declarations, bylaws, and rules.
Her work often involves bringing outdated governing documents into compliance with current laws, reflecting evolving community needs, and addressing emerging issues such as short-term rentals, sustainability measures, and evolving maintenance responsibilities. She also assists boards in navigating the often complex approval process required for amending these foundational documents—an area where her attention to detail and procedural knowledge is critical.
This governance-focused work requires not only legal acumen but also diplomacy and communication skills. Carole frequently engages with boards and community members to explain the rationale behind proposed changes, answer questions, and help foster consensus.
Approach to Dispute Resolution
Carole’s extensive experience has shown her that effective dispute resolution is not simply about winning cases—it is about preserving relationships, maintaining community harmony, and ensuring that boards can operate without ongoing disruption.
She employs a strategic, solutions-focused approach to conflict. By assessing the facts, applicable law, and the association’s goals, she develops tailored strategies that protect the association’s legal standing while minimizing unnecessary costs and delays.
Her work in this area is marked by an ability to balance firmness with fairness, ensuring that all parties are heard while remaining focused on achieving favorable, enforceable outcomes.
Education and Academic Achievements
Carole Briggs’s legal foundation is grounded in an exceptional academic background. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Minnesota, where she developed the analytical and communication skills that would serve her throughout her legal career.
She went on to earn her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the George Washington University National Law Center, a program known for its strong emphasis on legal theory, practical application, and public policy.
Seeking to deepen her legal expertise even further, Carole pursued and obtained an LL.M. (Master of Laws) from the New York University School of Law. This advanced degree reflects her commitment to mastering the complexities of legal practice and maintaining a high standard of professional excellence.
Commitment to Client Service
Carole’s clients value her responsiveness, depth of knowledge, and ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable advice. She understands that community associations function best when their boards are empowered with practical tools and informed decision-making processes.
Her approach is client-centered, emphasizing proactive communication, strategic planning, and education. She takes the time to ensure that her clients understand not only the “what” of her legal recommendations but also the “why”—building trust and confidence along the way.
Legacy and Professional Philosophy
With more than 30 years in the field, Carole’s career reflects both consistency and adaptability. She has witnessed—and helped her clients navigate—major legal, economic, and societal shifts that have reshaped community association governance.
Her professional philosophy centers on preventive lawyering—anticipating issues before they escalate, ensuring that contracts and governing documents are airtight, and fostering environments where disputes can be resolved constructively. This forward-looking approach has earned her a reputation not only as a skilled attorney but also as a strategic partner in her clients’ long-term success.
Carole’s career stands as a testament to the value of experience, dedication, and detailed knowledge in the field of community association law. From drafting governance documents that stand the test of time to resolving high-stakes construction disputes, she has proven herself to be an indispensable resource to her clients.