Real Estate & Community Association Law
Available across Karnataka
We help apartment owners and associations in Karnataka set up and manage their property legally under the KAOA, 1972, so you avoid common legal mistakes and protect your rights.
Pricing Guide
KAOA 1972 Association Registration
Core Drafting & Vetting
- Deed of Declaration (DoD): Drafting as per Section 2 of KAOA 1972 to define undivided interest (UDS) for every apartment.
- Customized Bylaws: Tailoring rules for voting, maintenance, and meetings to ensure heritable rights and avoid Co-operative Society limitations.
- Builder Document Audit: Verifying Mother Deed and Sale Deeds to align the association structure with property history.
Registration Execution
- Registrar Filing: Handling submissions and liaison with the Jurisdictional Sub-Registrar or competent authority.
- Statutory Forms: Preparation and filing of Form A and Form B.
- Affidavits: Notarization and verification for the initial President, Secretary, and Treasurer.
Owner Onboarding
- General Body Meeting: One session to educate owners on bylaws and the legal benefits of KAOA over KSRA.
Excluded (At Actuals)
- Government stamp duty, registration challan fees, and scanning charges.
Property Title Opinion & Verification
Ownership & Lineage Checks
- 30-Year Trace: Verifying the chain of title from the Mother Deed to the current seller to ensure zero breaks.
- Revenue Records: Authenticating A/B Khata status, Tax Paid Receipts, and Mutation Register extracts.
- Land Use: Checking DC Conversion orders (Agricultural to Residential) and KSPCB consents.
Compliance & Litigation
- Plan Approvals: Comparing Building Plan Sanction and Occupancy Certificate (OC) against actual construction.
- Encumbrance Check: Reviewing Form 15 (EC) for the last 15-30 years to identify hidden mortgages or liens.
- Litigation Search: Database check for pending court cases on the specific survey number.
Deliverables
- Signed Legal Opinion: A formal 3-5 page risk assessment and "Go/No-Go" recommendation.
- Sale Agreement Vetting: Reviewing the draft agreement to protect buyer deposits and interest clauses.
Senior Legal Consultation (60 Mins)
Strategic Assessment
- Case Review: Verbal analysis of issues like amenity handover, common area encroachments, or maintenance non-payment.
- Action Plan: Roadmap advising on legal notices, consumer court filings, or arbitration.
- Viability Check: Honest cost-benefit analysis of pursuing litigation versus settlement.
Session Details
- Document Glance: Rapid review of key clauses in JDAs or Sale Deeds during the session.
- Format: 60-minute video conference or in-chamber meeting.
About Real Estate & Community Association Law
What Drives Us
Your property investment is serious business for us too. We stick to one principle - protect what you’ve put your hard-earned money into. Arguing right is our thing, and we get straight to practical legal advice. We don’t do generic solutions, only what works for real property issues.
Apartment Associations in Karnataka - Here’s the Real Deal
Let’s be honest, there’s way too much confusion out there about apartment owners’ associations. I’ve seen folks get tangled in the wrong legal frameworks and pay for it later. Forget the shortcuts - we’re all about guiding you through the Karnataka Apartment Ownership Act, 1972 (KAOA). This isn’t just our preference, it’s the only law designed for apartment owners in Karnataka.
Why KAOA, 1972 Is Non-negotiable
- KAOA is built for apartment ownership, not borrowed from other areas
- It lets you actually own and transfer your apartment, with proper sale deed
- Your rights stay strong over time, especially when dealing with builders
- The association gets real legal power for managing your building
Avoid These Traps
Seen too many people get into trouble with the Karnataka Societies Registration Act or the Co-operative Societies Act. Both aren’t meant for apartment management and land you in messes - disputes, bureaucracy, even personal liability.
What I Do For You
You get end-to-end legal help on:
- Setting up your apartment association under KAOA, the right way
- Making builders hand over documents and titles, no drama
- Property transaction advice that actually protects you
I keep it simple, straight, and focused on your rights as an apartment owner in Karnataka.
Meet your Expert
Nextlegal Services
My Story
We’re Nextlegal Services, started by Advocate Beena Pillai. Built this firm from scratch, and yeah, our analysis on the Apartment Ownership Act even got a big national newspaper mention once - not bad, right? We stick to our motto: Argue Right & You are never Wrong. That’s what drives us, and it’s what every client gets from us. Straightforward, no-nonsense legal help, that’s our thing.
My Work
Legal Services We Offer - We handle property law, corporate law, family law, intellectual property, and employment law.
Apartment Owners Association Formation - Specialists in Karnataka Apartment Ownership Act - we guide folks through forming and running apartment associations.
Property Transaction Legal Support - We help with property deals, making sure all legal bases are covered for individuals and companies.
Our Way of Working - We believe if you argue right, you’re never wrong - clear, strong legal advice every time.