About Tinnelly Law Group

Three Decades of Trusted HOA Legal Representation.

About Tinnelly Law Group
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Built on expertise, driven by results, and committed to every community we serve.

About Tinnelly Law Group
About Tinnelly Law Group

Our Story

A Law Firm Built Around One Focus: HOA Law.

Our Story

Tinnelly Law Group was founded with a single mission – to provide homeowners associations with the highest level of dedicated legal representation.

For over 30 years, we have grown alongside the communities we serve, building lasting relationships and a reputation for excellence that speaks for itself.

Our Story

Who We Serve

Trusted by Over 1,200 HOA Communities Statewide.

Serving as legal counsel for over 1,200 HOAs ranging from 10 to over 6,000 units across California and Texas.

Master Planned Communities

Single-Family Home

Condominium Developments

High Rises

Senior Communities

Lake Communities

Equestrian Communities

Golf Communities

Commercial & Mixed-Use Projects

MISSION & VALUES

Protecting Communities. Empowering Boards. Delivering Results.

Our Mission

To provide HOA communities with expert, proactive, and responsive legal counsel.

Our Vision

To be the most trusted community association law firm in every state we serve.

Our Values

Integrity, responsiveness, excellence, and long-term client relationships.

Why Tinnelly Law Group

What Sets Us Apart From Every Other HOA Law Firm.

Six reasons HOA boards and managers across California and Texas choose us over everyone else.

Exclusively HOA Law

100% focused on community association law. Nothing else.

30+ Years of Experience

Decades of HOA legal expertise protecting California and Texas communities.

Responsive by Design

Open communication and prompt replies at every stage.

Modern Law Practice

Paperless, tech-enabled practice delivering faster and smarter legal services.

No Surprise Billing

Top-tier HOA legal representation at transparent, competitive rates.

Partners in Your Success

Long-term partnerships built on trust, results, and community success.

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HOAs Served

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California & Texas

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Community Association Law

Our Team

Experienced HOA Attorneys Dedicated to Your Community.

Each attorney on our team focuses exclusively on community association law, in California and Texas.

Richard A. Tinnelly

Senior Partner

Richard A. Tinnelly

Senior Partner

Licensed in California & Texas

Steven J. Tinnelly

Managing Partner

Steven J. Tinnelly

Managing Partner

Licensed in California & Texas

Matthew T. Plaxton

Partner

Matthew T. Plaxton

Partner

Licensed in California & Texas

Bradley D. Walker

Senior Attorney

Bradley D. Walker

Senior Attorney

Licensed in California & Texas

Sarah A. Paas

Senior Attorney

Chair of Litigation Division

Sarah A. Paas

Senior Attorney

Chair of Litigation Division

Licensed in California & Texas

Dyanne L. Peters

Senior Attorney
Chair of Transaction Division

Dyanne L. Peters

Senior Attorney
Chair of Transaction Division

Licensed in California & Texas

Corey L. Todd

Senior Attorney

Corey L. Todd

Senior Attorney

Licensed in California & Texas

Reuben D. Kim

Senior Attorney

Reuben D. Kim

Senior Attorney

Licensed in California & Texas

Timothy V. Mahar, Jr.

Senior Attorney

Timothy V. Mahar, Jr.

Senior Attorney

Licensed in California & Texas

Client Testimonials

Trusted by Boards and Managers Statewide.

Industry Involvement

Industry Involvement

Active Leaders in the Community Association Industry.

Industry Involvement

Tinnelly Law Group is an active member of the California Association of Community Managers (CACM) and the Community Associations Institute (CAI).

Our attorneys regularly speak at industry events, publish legal resources, and contribute to shaping HOA law across both states.

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