Biography:
Chris Gelwicks has been practicing law for over 25 years and focuses his practice on the representation of homeowners and condominium associations in all areas: formation and operation, collections, and litigation.
With over 60 jury trials, hundreds of bench trials, and mediations throughout his career, Chris uses this experience to advise boards and managers on all aspects of community association law with a unique focus on resolving potential conflict efficiently and effectively.
He has represented association clients in trial courts throughout North and South Carolina, the North and South Carolina Court of Appeals, and North Carolina Supreme Court.
Chris has spoken at the National CAI annual conference and is a regular presenter at the CAI-NC Law Day and annual conferences. He has presented a CLE on community association law for the South Carolina Bar and also serves on the CAI Case Law Update Team.
Areas of Practice:
Community Association Law (Homeowner, Condominium, and Townhouse Associations), Business Operations, Litigation & Collections
Education:
- Towson State University, Bachelor of Science, 1992
- Regent University School of Law, J.D., 1996
- Winner, Best Brief, William Spong Moot Court Competition, 1996
Bar Admissions:
- Maryland, 1996
- Federal District of Maryland, 2008
- North Carolina, 2007
- Western District of NC, 2007
- South Carolina, 2012
Professional Affiliations:
- North Carolina Bar Association
- South Carolina Bar Association
- Maryland Bar Association
- Mecklenburg County Bar
- Community Association Institute (CAI) Member
Experience:
- South Carolina Bar Community Association Law Committee
- South Carolina CAI Legislative Action Committee
- North Carolina CAI Attorney Roundtable
- CCAL Amicus Committee
- CCAL Case Summary Committee
Community Involvement:
- Member, Community Associations Institute
- Member, Grace Covenant Church
