Jennifer Taylor O'Connor

Governing Smart - HOA & Condo Law Podcast

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Governing Smart brings clarity, humor, and real-world insight to the complex world of community association law. Hosted by attorney Jennifer Taylor-O’Connor, JD and psychiatrist Dr. Ivan Cichowicz , the show explores the legal, psychological, and practical sides of living — and leading — in Florida’s condominium and HOA communities. From boardroom drama to budget battles, we unpack the statutes, stories, and strategies that keep communities thriving. Tune in to learn how to govern smarter — not harder. Reach out to Jennifer: (561) 231-0640 / Jennifer@JenniferCunhaLawOffice.com

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Jennifer Taylor O'Connor

Episodes

Verbal Abuse & Physical Threats: Managing Aggressive Members 13.11.2025 1:12:19

Send a text Discussion with Legal Expert Jennifer Cunha, Esq. and Board-Certified Psychiatrist Dr. Ivan Cichowicz Are tempers flaring in your community meetings? Do you have residents or board members who cross the line — yelling, threatening, or using intimidation to get their way? Verbal abuse can be just as damaging as physical aggression. It erodes trust, divides communities, and creates a hos...

Elder Abuse & Neglect in HOAs: When Should the Board Step In? 13.11.2025 1:03:08

Send a text Discussion with Legal Expert Jennifer Cunha, Esq. and Board-Certified Psychiatrist Dr. Ivan Cichowicz Do you know the warning signs of elder abuse in your community? Could someone in your HOA or condo be quietly suffering — neglected, exploited, or mistreated — without anyone noticing? Florida’s aging population makes elder abuse a growing concern for community associations. From finan...

Obsessed with Order: Dealing with OCPD in Associations 13.11.2025 1:05:15

Send a text Discussion with Legal Expert Jennifer Cunha, Esq. and Board Certified Psychiatrist Dr. Ivan Cichowicz Is your board being held hostage by individuals obsessed with control & crippling perfectionism? Do certain board members or community owners dominate the conversation, demand tight control, or derail the group over minor details? Do you find yourself navigating endless objectio...

The Two B's: Borderline Personality Disorder and Bipolar Affective Disorder 13.11.2025 1:06:33

Send a text Discussion with Legal Expert Jennifer Cunha, Esq. and Board-Certified Psychiatrist Dr. Ivan Cichowicz Do you have residents or board members whose moods swing dramatically — one moment calm and cooperative, the next impulsive, angry, or withdrawn? Are you unsure whether you’re dealing with a mood disorder like Bipolar Affective Disorder , or a personality pattern like Borderline Person...

The Narcissist in the Association 13.11.2025 1:17:32

Send a text Discussion with Legal Expert Jennifer Cunha, Esq. and Board-Certified Psychiatrist Dr. Ivan Cichowicz Is your association struggling with someone who always has to be right — who dominates every meeting, ignores boundaries, or makes everything about them? Do you have a board member who demands admiration, resists rules, or turns every discussion into a power play? Or perhaps a resident...

Dementia and Associations 13.11.2025 1:12:40

Send a text Discussion with Legal Expert Jennifer Cunha, Esq. and Board-Certified Psychiatrist Dr. Ivan Cichowicz Is your community struggling to support residents showing signs of memory loss, confusion, or unsafe behavior? Have you noticed neighbors wandering, forgetting to pay dues, or leaving stoves on — and wondered what your board can or should do? Join us as we explore Dementia and Associat...

Schizophrenia & Paranoia in Association Members: When Concern Becomes a Crisis 13.11.2025 1:18:37

Send a text Discussion with Legal Expert Jennifer Cunha, Esq. and Board-Certified Psychiatrist Dr. Ivan Cichowicz Have you ever encountered a resident who seems confused, withdrawn, or detached from reality — and you weren’t sure how to respond? Schizophrenia is one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions, yet people living with it are part of every community, including your HOA or cond...