Author Archives: Kristen Cavatassi

New Partner Announcement

Morgenstern DeVoesick PLLC is pleased to announce that Cameron Betterley, Christine Szpet, and Maura McGuire have become partners of the firm as of January 1, 2022.

The promotion of these new partners reflects Morgenstern DeVoesick’ s commitment to growth and advancing lawyers who have achieved the highest level of professional development and are devoted to quality work and extra effort on behalf of our clients.

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Can Fido Live Here? A Landlord’s Guide to Assistance Animals

Most landlords don’t allow tenants to have pets, of any kind, in rental units. However, a “no pet policy” may have to be suspended if a current or prospective tenant has disabilities.

The federal Fair Housing Act (the “FHA”) prevents discrimination in housing related matters because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, or disability. The FHA applies to a variety of housing transactions such as rentals, sales, mortgages, and homeowner’s associations. The FHA’s goal is to ensure that all persons receive equal housing opportunity. (more…)