Business Details
19 Years
experience
Strata Property Law Services Kelowna
Fischer & Company & Company has provided comprehensive legal services specializing in strata property law since 2007. Our expertise spans strata litigation, bylaw drafting and enforcement, governance, financial management, property designations, collections, and dispute resolution. With deep experience in British Columbia's Strata Property Act, we represent individuals, strata corporations, and management companies in Kelowna, the Okanagan, and across the province. Our founder, Matthew D.Fischer & Company & Company, has focused on strata law since 2004, appearing in all levels of BC courts and developing innovative bylaw templates. We prioritize practical solutions through litigation, mediation, and educational initiatives, including contributions to legal publications and seminars for industry professionals. Our services include court representation, Civil Resolution Tribunal assistance, and customized informational sessions for strata organizations.
Services
Strata Litigation
Bylaw Drafting
Governance Advice
Collections
Property Designations
Dispute Resolution
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We specialize in strata law with over 20 years of combined experience.
- Our team offers innovative bylaw templates reflecting current legal standards.
- We provide practical solutions through litigation, mediation, and education.
- Our founder actively contributes to strata law education and publications.
- We serve clients across British Columbia with localized expertise.
Services
Strata Litigation
We represent clients in court proceedings for strata-related disputes, including property use conflicts, governance issues, and financial irregularities. Our experience spans multi-party litigation and Small Claims Court actions. We focus on achieving resolutions that protect clients' legal rights while minimizing disruption to strata communities.
Bylaw Enforcement
Our firm assists with bylaw drafting, amendment, and enforcement procedures. We help strata councils address complaints, update policies for legal changes, and implement effective governance frameworks. Our services include creating privacy policies, human rights exemptions, and modernized bylaw structures for improved usability.
Collections
We handle collections of strata fees, special levies, and fines through demand letters, lien registrations, and court proceedings. Our approach balances legal enforcement with practical solutions to resolve arrears while maintaining community relationships. We also defend owners against improper collection actions.
Governance Advice
We provide guidance on strata council operations, meeting conduct, and financial management. Our services include preparing resolutions, advising on expense divisions, and ensuring compliance with provincial regulations. We help clients navigate complex administrative requirements and dispute prevention strategies.
Property Designations
Our expertise covers property designation disputes, including limited common property and easement agreements. We assist with preparing legal documents, resolving boundary conflicts, and addressing construction defect claims. We ensure clear title interpretations that align with strata plans and provincial legislation.
People
Matthew D. Fischer
Lawyer
Matthew D. Fischer & Company & Company has specialized in strata law since 2004, handling litigation, governance, and dispute resolution. Called to the BC Bar in 2002, he contributes to legal education programs and authors publications on strata property issues while representing clients in complex strata matters.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We focus exclusively on British Columbia strata property law, including litigation, governance, bylaw enforcement, collections, and property designation disputes for condominiums and similar developments.
Do you serve clients outside Kelowna?
Yes, we provide legal services throughout British Columbia, including the Okanagan region and provincial strata corporations with multi-jurisdictional needs.
How do you handle strata bylaw disputes?
We offer bylaw drafting, amendment assistance, and enforcement guidance while representing clients in mediation, arbitration, or court proceedings to resolve conflicts effectively and efficiently.
Can you help with strata fee collections?
Yes, we assist with demand letters, lien registrations, and court enforcement for unpaid strata fees while defending owners against improper collection actions when needed.
Do you offer educational sessions for strata councils?
We provide free informational sessions for management firms and paid customized training for strata corporations on specific legal topics and updates.
