Firm News - Winter Capriola Zenner, LLC

What Should a Georgia Condo Association Do If It Discovers Major Construction Defects?

Community Association Law, Construction Law & Disputes

Discovering major construction defects can put a condominium association under financial, operational, and legal pressure. Water intrusion, failing balconies, cracked concrete, roof leaks, and building-envelope problems can threaten property values, damage individual units, and lead to significant repair costs. For condo boards in Georgia, determining what went wrong is only part of the challenge. The … Read More

Winter Capriola Zenner Wins Georgia Court of Appeals Case for River Club Community Association

Case Results, Commercial & Civil Litigation, Community Association Law, News & Articles, WCZ Attorneys

Winter Capriola Zenner won an important Georgia Court of Appeals case on behalf of The River Club Community Association, Inc. in a dispute with Escalante River Club, LLC. In a unanimous decision issued October 2, 2026, the Court of Appeals reversed the trial court’s decision and ruled that the dispute should proceed through arbitration. Richard … Read More

Eric B. Coleman to Present at State Bar of Georgia CLE on Construction Law

Construction Law & Disputes, Continuing Legal Education, News & Articles, Speaking Engagements, WCZ Attorneys

Winter Capriola Zenner Partner Eric B. Coleman will serve as a speaker at the State Bar of Georgia’s Construction Law for the General Practitioner CLE on October 8 in Atlanta. Eric will present “Liability of Individuals for Negligent Construction and Other Torts,” addressing key liability issues that can arise when individuals are involved in construction-related … Read More

Atlanta Real Estate Law Firm Resolves GDOT Condemnation Case

Case Results, Community Association Law, Real Estate

Winter Capriola Zenner successfully resolved a Georgia Department of Transportation condemnation case in Fulton County, representing a Johns Creek condominium association. Joshua F. Jones, partner at the firm, represented the association, working to secure not only increased compensation but also important protections tied to the association’s restoration of the condominium’s common elements following the condemnation. … Read More

Four WCZ Attorneys Named to 2027 Super Lawyers Lists

Awards & Recognition, Commercial & Civil Litigation, Community Association Law, Construction Law & Disputes, Real Estate, Resort and Land Development, WCZ Attorneys

Congratulations to the Winter Capriola Zenner attorneys who have been recognized on the 2027 Super Lawyers® and Super Lawyers Rising Stars® Lists, reflecting the firm’s depth of experience and continued leadership across a range of legal disciplines. The attorneys recognized this year represent WCZ’s construction, real estate, commercial litigation, and community association practices. 2027 Super … Read More

Kelsey Grodzicki Appointed to Executive Committee for the State Bar of Georgia’s Real Property Law Section

News & Articles, Real Estate, WCZ Attorneys

Kelsey Grodzicki, Managing Partner at Winter Capriola Zenner, has been elected to the Executive Committee of the Real Property Law Section of the State Bar of Georgia for the 2026-2027 term. In his committee leadership role, Kelsey Grodzicki brings more than a decade of practical, applied experience to the Section and its members, drawing from … Read More

Can Your Community Association Prohibit Airbnb and Other Short-Term Rentals?

Community Association Law

Short-term rental platforms like Airbnb and VRBO have created new challenges for condominium and homeowners associations. While these services offer owners an opportunity to generate rental income, they can also create concerns about security, increased traffic, and preserving the residential character of a community. One of the most common questions boards receive is: Can an … Read More

Fiduciary Duty Claims: When Business Partners Put Their Own Interests First

Commercial & Civil Litigation

Business partnerships are built on trust, shared goals, and the expectation that each partner will act in the best interests of the business. When one partner diverts company opportunities, misuses business assets, conceals financial information, or places personal interests ahead of the company, the consequences can be significant. These disputes often lead to financial losses, … Read More

Fraud and Nondischargeable Debt in Georgia Bankruptcy

Commercial & Civil Litigation, Real Estate

Bankruptcy can provide critical financial relief, but it does not eliminate all obligations. Allegations of fraud, misrepresentation, or fiduciary misconduct can transform a bankruptcy case into a complex legal dispute with long-term financial consequences for both creditors and debtors. These disputes frequently arise in failed business ventures, real estate transactions, financing arrangements, and other commercial … Read More

Can Your Association Be Liable for Criminal Activity in the Community?

Community Association Law

Most board members assume that if a crime occurs within the community, responsibility rests solely with the person who committed the act. While that is often true, there are circumstances where a property owner or community association may face liability for injuries caused by third-party criminal activity. Understanding when this risk arises can help boards … Read More

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