Winter Capriola Zenner secured a significant judgment for a client after an unlicensed general contractor failed to perform agreed-upon renovation work across multiple residential properties while retaining client funds. The matter was led by Kelsey Grodzicki, partner at Winter Capriola Zenner, who represented the client through both the underlying litigation and subsequent bankruptcy proceedings. When … Read More
Leasing is one of the most important components of long-term business strategy for commercial property owners, whether the owner is a developer, community association, or investor. A well-crafted lease can provide stable revenue and predictable operations for years while helping you avoid costly disputes, unexpected liabilities, and financial exposure that could disrupt business plans or … Read More
Joshua F. Jones and Spencer S. Farmery have been named Partners at Winter Capriola Zenner. Their promotions reflect their leadership, depth of experience, and continued commitment to serving community associations with clarity, professionalism, and practical legal guidance. Joshua Jones focuses his practice on serving as general counsel to community associations, advising boards and managers on … Read More
Community associations in Georgia, including homeowner associations, property owners’ associations, and condominium associations, operate within a complex legal and regulatory environment. Board members are responsible for managing budgets, enforcing covenants, overseeing maintenance of common areas, and ensuring compliance with state and federal laws. Missteps in governance or misunderstanding the differences between HOA, POA, and condo … Read More
Winter Capriola Zenner Senior Associate Joshua F. Jones assisted a townhome community association in securing a $1.25 million loan to fund a critical exterior restoration project. The financing will support long-term property preservation while allowing the association to move forward with necessary repairs in a structured and financially sound manner. As legal counsel to the … Read More
Construction projects in Georgia, particularly those involving commercial real estate, high-rise, condominium, and mixed-use developments, involve multiple stakeholders, complex contracts, and significant financial investments. Even with careful planning, disputes can arise that threaten timelines, increase costs, and strain relationships between owners, developers, and contractors. This post examines the key factors that often lead to construction … Read More
Winter Capriola Zenner (WCZ) has been ranked in the inaugural Chambers Spotlight Georgia 2026 Guide and recognized in General Commercial Litigation in Georgia. The launch of the inaugural guide reflects the depth and diversity of Georgia’s boutique ecosystem and recognizes WCZ as a key player in the Georgia legal landscape, offering clients throughout the state … Read More
On August 14, 2025, the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit in Atlanta, Georgia, issued an opinion in favor of Winter Capriola Zenner’s lender client. Richard J. Capriola argued the case before an Eleventh Circuit panel, and Eric B. Coleman led the appellate briefing efforts. The complex, multi-layered case boiled down to … Read More
Beth F. Taylor, partner at Winter Capriola Zenner, provided legislative testimony during the Georgia Senate hearings on January 31, 2025, addressing proposed Senate Bills 107 and 108. These bills sought to change lien rights and judicial foreclosure procedures for community associations in Georgia, which would have introduced more complex and costly litigation processes for associations … Read More
Kelsey Grozicki, Co-Managing Partner at Winter Capriola Zenner, has been appointed to the State Bar of Georgia’s Diversity Program Committee for the 2025-2026 term. The appointment was announced by Christopher P. Twyman, president of the State Bar of Georgia. The Georgia Diversity Program committee plays a vital role in promoting diversity and inclusion within Georgia’s … Read More
