Areas of Focus
Bar Admissions
- Arizona
- California
- US District Court, Arizona
- US District Court, California
Languages Spoken
- English
Overview
Prior to joining CHDB Law, Erin McManis worked for several years in law firms specializing in representing homeowner associations. Erin has significant experience with assessment collections, covenant enforcement, governing document interpretation and other general counsel issues. Erin also advises clients on construction contracts, to make sure clients understand all applicable lien issues, progress payments, termination procedures, and legal concerns involving subcontractors. Erin also has significant experience representing housing cooperatives in litigation and general counsel matters.
Erin’s experience also extends to defending creditors, in commercial law litigation, including class actions, arising from the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (FDCPA), the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), and the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). Erin regularly provides training to new members of the Board of Directors, and speaks throughout the community on various homeowner association topics.
Erin grew up in rural Missouri and received her law degree from Creighton University. In her free time, she enjoys watching the Arizona Cardinals. Additionally, Erin volunteers with Forever Loved Pet Sanctuary, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona.
Erin is licensed to practice law in Arizona and California, as well as the Federal District Courts in Arizona and California.
Education
- Creighton University School of Law, JD
- Truman State University, BA
Professional Memberships
- Community Associations Institute (CAI)
- Arizona Association of Community Managers (AACM)
- The Leadership Centre
Seminars
May 7, 2024
What You Don’t Know Could Hurt You
There are over 225 state laws that have the potential to regulate your community association. How well do you really know them?
May 2, 2023
What would you do?
Back by popular demand – Arizona’s hot topics seminar presented in an entertaining and interactive format.
April 4, 2023
Vendors, Contracts & Liens Oh My!!
Do I need a contract with every vendor? What type of insurance should a vendor carry? Why did I get a lien notice? Where did our money go? What is indemnity and why is it important? How can I make a vendor fix their subpar work? We received a notice of lien, now what? These […]