Peter Lohmann's Podcast PM Lawsuits, ICE Subpoenas, & ESA Nightmares with Monica Gilroy
Dec 4, 2025
Monica Gilroy, founder of the Gilroy Law Firm, is a seasoned trial attorney specializing in property management law. She dives into essential strategies for property managers, detailing how to handle unexpected ICE visits and bulletproofing tenant screening processes to avoid discrimination. Monica shares insights on emotional support animals, effective insurance strategies, and the nuances of Section 8 laws. This engaging chat offers clarity on common legal pitfalls and empowers listeners to navigate the complex landscape of property management.
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How To Handle ICE Contact
- Do not feel obligated to comply with ICE administrative subpoenas or warrants; pause and escalate internally.
- Only comply with court-signed subpoenas after consulting counsel and narrowly provide what is requested.
Make Approvals Blind And Objective
- Use facially neutral, objective renter criteria (income, credit, evictions) to remove subjectivity from approvals.
- Keep approvals blind (no names or IDs) so decisions are defensible in a fair housing investigation.
Practical Rules For Emotional Support Animals
- Treat ESAs as reasonable accommodations but verify requests and refuse unreasonable burdens like nine animals in a small house.
- Charge for actual property damage caused by an ESA but do not impose pet fees.