Best Real Estate lawyers in Colorado

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Andrew Gene Birkeland

316 Wilcox St, Castle Rock, CO

Civil Rights Family Law Litigation +1 +4

5.0/5

5.0

11 Reviews

13 Feb, 2024 by Lindsy kragt

Hannah Paille is an incredible attorney. She always put my child’s safety and best interests first throughout a very tough and long divorce process. Hannah and the entire staff at the office were always kind, helpful, responsive, and professional. I always felt I could trust them every step of the way. I have already referred several people to Hannah and the K&G firm.

07 Jul, 2023 by Sean pooley

The team at Kokish & Goldmanis are some of the best people I have ever worked with. They are passionate, hard working, and thoughtful individuals. I would recommend them to anybody looking for help. I have worked with members of each of their teams and they are all valuable professionals and experts in their respective fields.

19 Jul, 2022 by Julie greenberg

Benjamin E Tracy

7900 E Union Ave Ste 600, Denver, CO

Appeals Personal Injury Real Estate +3

5.0/5

5.0

11 Reviews

11 Feb, 2024 by Julia murphy

Martin is a wizard at Franchise language and at explaining it's implications to those seeking to own and operate a Franchise. His turn around time is fast and i appreciated his thoughtfulness in addressing my questions with objective reasoning; I never felt any concern of mine was trite. I value his opinion and expertise and would not have entered into my Franchise Agreement without counsel.

09 Jun, 2022 by Patrick mayes

Mr. Mansfield was perfect for helping us sign our franchise agreements. He is to the point, and lists his findings in a way that is direct and understandable. The turn around time on documents sent, reviewed, and received was within a matter of days. Mr. Mansfield also inform us of his schedule to be sure he provided information quickly to us. Not only professional, when finding an "irk" in the Franchise Agreement, Mr. Mansfield would give us a professional opinion how to move forward or not move forward with our franchise owner. We will be retaining Mr. Mansfield for all our questions when it comes to our franchise from here on.

09 Jun, 2022 by Alarado biscuit company

We want to thank Martin for his help and expertise with our franchising and trademark for our business. Very knowledgeable, could not have done it without him. We highly recommend.

Natalie J. French

620 Main St # 6, Frisco, CO

Business Debt Collection Personal Injury +1 +4

5.0/5

5.0

11 Reviews

19 Jul, 2024 by Vicki hasty

Mark was very professional and helpful. He made the process enjoyable. Jim & Vicki Hasty

13 Nov, 2023 by James levine

I am an out-of-state attorney who was looking for local counsel to handle an Ancillary Probate proceeding in CO. I happened upon Natalie and Mark, and they were both a pleasure with whom to deal. The work was completed timely, professionally, and at a reasonable fee. Thank you both!

03 Nov, 2023 by Jackie pyles

I had the privilege of working with Mark and Natalie for my legal needs, and I couldn't be happier with their services. They are not only highly knowledgeable and professional but also incredibly dedicated to their clients. They provided expert guidance and support throughout my case. They ensured that I understood the legal process every step of the way. I appreciated their attention to detail, effective communication, and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for me. I highly recommend cribbet in French for anyone in need of legal assistance; they are a true partner in navigating the complexities of the legal system.

Zachary Friedman

4649 Eldorado Springs Dr, Boulder, CO

Business Criminal Defense Litigation +1 +4

5.0/5

5.0

11 Reviews

12 Jan, 2016 by Jeff ullman

I first met Zach Friedman years ago when I worked with his boss at a marketing firm, where he was general counsel. When he left to start his own legal practice, I followed him. He represented me in three actions (two for business, and one personally). In each matter he devoted himself to understanding the facts and the feelings of the matters. He got me satisfactory results for all three, and did not pad his bill, waste time, or worsen the situation beyond it's already troubled circumstances. This is why I heartily recommend Zachary Friedman as a superior attorney.

18 Jun, 2014 by Jon

I recently got a speeding ticket and had Mr. Friedman represent me in court. I thought the ticket was unfair and Mr. Friedman traveled 2 hours to appear in Court on my behalf, argued my case and reduced my points from 6 to 3 and my fine from $250 to $100. All it took was one phone call to Mr. Friedman, a scan of my ticket, and he took care of the rest. Fantastic work.

23 Feb, 2014 by Larry

I needed some advice on a personal real estate issue and called Mr Friedman after seeing his ad. He not only gave me advice in a timely fashion but was very responsive to my many questions. Here is the real surprise: Mr Friedman stated he would be willing to continue to provide legal advice but thought I could get the same legal services at a cheaper rate utilizing a licensed Realtor. Mr Friedman was not only very professional but very aware of my legal and fiscal concerns. I would recommend him most highly. Larry

Nathan Gerald Osborn

5445 DTC Parkway, Suite 800, Greenwood Village, CO

Litigation Real Estate +2

5.0/5

5.0

10 Reviews

18 Jun, 2024 by Nathaniel

There is no better firm, skilled attorneys, or group of professionals to trust when you find yourself in crises. We are specifically talking about Nathan Osborn (Attorney), Alyson Evett (Attorney), and their team (Bonnie Hakes Finance Coordinator), Connie Streich (Paralegal), Amanda Bielak (Assistant) at Montgomery Little & Soran, PC. From day one we felt protected, on the absolute worst days we felt unconditionally supported, and until the very successful end we were completely satisfied. When you find yourself in need, and you need someone to help you, call Nathan and his firm, it will change everything. It did for us!

03 Mar, 2023 by Anthony

I'm proud to have and continue to utilize Nathan Osborns service as my lawyer. He is brilliant in the way he conducts himself in the court room and he is very persistent. He is also very easy to deal with and he articulates what's going on with your case in ways you can understand. He keeps you in the loop step by step. We will continue to use his services as long as we need him to represent us.

28 Feb, 2023 by Sharon

Nate helped us tremendously with our real estate easement transaction. He was professional, courteous and thoroughly knowledgeable. He made the process seamless and was a great communicator. Highly recommend and wouldn’t hesitate to use again

Mark J. Malone

1435 Larimer St., Denver, CO

Business Litigation Personal Injury +1 +4

5.0/5

5.0

9 Reviews

29 Jul, 2022 by Radiah

Mark assisted me with a personal injury case. I must say that Mark was honest and I up front with each aspect of my case. His professionalism and knowledge helped to ease worry. I definitely recommend his services.

17 Jan, 2022 by Johnson

Mark is super sharp, puts his strong background to excellent use. He stuck by me for years, coordinating and working with very reticent record holders. His excellent communication keeps you appraised of the situation the entire way through your case. You will make a mistake if you pass on him.

22 Nov, 2021 by Anita

Mark is a dedicated attorney. If you want to feel personally taken care of turn to Mark Malone. Mark is reputable with many years of experience. I am happy about the long term relationship that was formed and wanted to take the time to let you know that Mark is a great advocate that can be trusted to do his best to resolve your issue.

John R Hardwick

9200 E Mineral Ave Ste 450, Centennial, CO

Business Litigation Personal Injury +1 +4

5.0/5

5.0

9 Reviews

04 May, 2024 by Guillermo garcia

Denver Personal Injury Lawyers definetely have the connnections. They knew exactly what to do after the car accident.

04 May, 2024 by Robert o'dell

This firm is the best i cannot recommend them enough.

28 Apr, 2024 by Alajandro davis

I was hit by a landscaping truck. The driver ran off and they never found him. Luckily, the company had insurance and Sean McQuaid was able to handle my case. I had to get some injections, but I am on the road to recovery.

Drew Jagoda Horowitz

1550 Raleigh Street, Denver, CO

Business Estate Planning Real Estate +3

5.0/5

5.0

8 Reviews

06 Dec, 2018 by Anonymous

Drew was responsive and helpful on a pressing legal matter. He was courteous.

31 Aug, 2018 by Darren

Drew has been my legal council for a few years now and has helped me set up my business as well as helped incorporate several different business partners, and I couldn’t be more pleased with his services. When offering advise, he’s extremely thorough in looking at a situation from many different points of view and he’s always able to very clearly explain to my why it is best to do something one way or another. When making long lasting legal decisions within my multi-million dollar businesses it’s extremely important and vital to me that everything is done appropriately and done with a level of confidence so I can focus on the many other aspects of my business that it demands. Drew gives me that confidence to move forward knowing that I’ve got experience, wisdom and sound legal advise on my side. He’s smart, attentive, thorough and very much appreciated.

27 Aug, 2018 by Nicole

Mr. Horowitz assisted me greatly in understanding my rights as a seller in residential contract conflict with buyer. He was prompt, polite and spoke in lay person terms. My real estate agent originally recommended Mr. Horowitz and after my experience I would recommend him to anyone.

Christopher David Tomchuck

1448B Vail Valley Drive, Vail, CO

Business Criminal Defense Family Law +1 +4

5.0/5

5.0

8 Reviews

25 Jun, 2019 by Min

Chris is my lawyer for my divorce case, he is very smart, specific, skillful with strategies. Step by step, lead my case to be successful and workable for both sides. His paralegal, the name Patricia, is very kind and both of them work very specific, perfect documents. I am very moved, Chris and his paralegal care me and my kid very much. They did an excellent job, that means a lot for me. I would like to recommend him to anyone who need help.

09 May, 2019 by Anonymous

Chris was supportive and effective as he helped me navigate a diffucult situation. I would recommend him to anyone else going through a divorce. He was both responsive and understanding.

19 Apr, 2019 by Meghan

Mr. Tomchuck reviewed my case and determined that I was not being treated fairly and that my landlord was illegally breaking my lease. He contacted my landlord and negotiated an agreement for me. Mr. Tomchuck was very thorough, knowledgeable and helpful.

Jared Khalid Hassan

1035 Pearl Street, Boulder, CO

Business Criminal Defense Estate Planning +2 +5

+1 (888) 744-9859

5.0/5

5.0

8 Reviews

27 May, 2010 by Amy

I contacted Jared to assist me with a dispute with my neighbor over a water main break in his unit that impacted mine. He was very professional and clearly stated my options. We put a plan together of how to best deal with the situation. Thankfully, with his help, we were able to resolve the situation within 2 months of my first meeting with him. I was so grateful for his help. He was also very responsive to any questions I had. I would definitely use his services again, if I should need them (but hopefully I won't ;-)).

27 May, 2010 by Ever

Jared was my representation while negotiating the Operating Agreement for the LLC of which I am a member. He was an absolute pleasure to work with, and I'm very happy with the final agreement. I highly recommend him.

27 May, 2010 by Pieter

It has been a pleasure working with Jared. He has been taking care of all the legal issues for my start-up company. Recently, while I was traveling with an investor, Jared put together all the necessary docs on the fly as my negotiations progressed on the trip. When the time came to sign, everything was in order. I also find the hours he bills reasonable in relation to the amount of work. He is mindful and personable, and I recommend him whole-heartedly!

Charles Flaxman

1700 Lincoln St., Floor 17, Denver, CO

Car Accident Personal Injury Real Estate +3

+1 (970) 999-1664

5.0/5

5.0

7 Reviews

13 Jun, 2021 by Steven

Caring and smart. Wonderful lawyer . Gave me great advice and is very fair . Helped me in multiple occasions. Always available.

02 Feb, 2021 by Peggy

My Handsome Attorney flaxman is A Lawyer who takes the time and Speak to you and listen and with certainty gives and expert advice and opinions in your best interests Thank You And God Bless you and your Business Everyone Please Call On ATTORNEY CHARLES FLAXMAN

10 Jul, 2019 by Tina

Attny Flaxman worked on my case in a timely manner. Nancy was there every step of the way and answered all my questions. Would highly recommend him.

Drew Pepper Buffington

77 W. Main St., Ste. C, Cortez, CO

Business Estate Planning Family Law +1 +4

5.0/5

5.0

7 Reviews

19 Aug, 2021 by Casey

Drew Buffington is an absolutely wonderful attorney to work with; he represented me in my divorce proceedings with utmost professionalism. I would recommend him highly tremendously.

02 Dec, 2019 by Joe

Mr. Buffingnton was a big help in getting our small business started. From getting the business set up with the IRS to reviewing and correcting a contract we have for our equipment we will be renting out. Got us moving fast!

28 Aug, 2019 by Jade

Throughout our adoption Mr. Buffington was very prompt, responsive, respectful, and diligent in all matters of the case. We felt that Mr. Buffington sincerely cared about the outcome of the case, and went above and beyond in the way he handled the opposing party. I would 100% recommend Mr. Buffington and his services.

David F Steinhoff

3333 S. Bannock Street, Englewood, CO

Elder Law Estate Planning Probate +1 +4

5.0/5

5.0

6 Reviews

06 Jan, 2015 by Anonymous

Mr. Steinhoff successfully and efficiently repaired an estate which another attorney had neglected for nearly 3 years, allowing my sister and I to finally receive full title to our deceased father's house. Finally, some well deserved closure. Thank you Mr. Steinhoff, I will recommend you to all I know and will surely contact you should I need an attorney again.

26 Feb, 2013 by Bob

I am a lawyer that practices in the area of estate planning and elder law. I occasionally run into a problem that I need help with. I have not found a question that Dave Steinhoff does not know the asnwer to. Other lawyers consult him because he is the expert. Individual clients should too. I have recently testified for him in a probate case where he was the trial attorney. He won his case and did a fantastic job in the trial preparation (which is the key to winning in litigation) and in the courtroom.

18 Dec, 2012 by Hugh

This was a very welcome effort to settle a trust that was locked until a certain age for me and my siblings. We had given up hope until David tired a different approach and worked with the bank.

James A Thomas Jr

Suite 1100, Cherry Creek Plaza II, Denver, CO

Business Real Estate +2

5.0/5

5.0

6 Reviews

13 Sep, 2010 by Scott

Jim is knowledgeable, intelligent and easy to communicate with. He has good instincts and is able to stratigize with a client. I would certainly recommend him.

13 Sep, 2010 by Andrea

Jim has represented us on some very complex issues and his immediate grasp of the underlying facts and the tough questions he asked was very much appreciated. He has helped us to make some very difficult decisions and done a great job memorializing our decisions through the various legal documents he drafted.

08 Sep, 2010 by Mariano

Jim is a responsible and knowledgeable attorney. I enjoy working with him.

Susan Morath

1113 Spruce St., Boulder, CO

Business Estate Planning Probate +1 +4

5.0/5

5.0

5 Reviews

5.0

1 Reviews

28 Dec, 2022 by V b

David has done several business and real estate related projects for us and is great to work with. He's always been patient, explaining the legalize that we don't get right away. Very detail oriented, knowledgeable. Added bonus is that he can suggest what is best to cover/address from his experience in personal injury. Highly recommend.

07 Nov, 2018 by Brent

I have been doing business with Susan for almost 2 years now and she has always helped me and my clients out with the utmost honesty and respect. She has saved our bacon a couple times as well as some of our clients. I will continue to use her due to her fair practices and pricing.

30 Oct, 2018 by Diane

This Attorney went above and beyond to make sure my case was totally handled to my satisfaction. I would recommend her highly, she was awesome.

Isaiah Quigley

2454 Patterson Rd Ste 210, Grand Junction, CO

Business Personal Injury Real Estate +3

5.0/5

5.0

6 Reviews

22 Jun, 2018 by Jeremy

Isaiah is a very professional, knowledgeable, and diligent attorney for all real estate issues. Isaiah's problem solving skills and determination to get the job done are the best I've come across. If you want the best outcome you could ask for, use Isaiah.

31 Mar, 2018 by Tom

Mr. Quigley joined our legal team rather late in the preparation phase of our trial. He was hired to litigate the trial. He rapidly came up to speed on the intricacies of our case. His work ethics are impeccable and his knowledge of court procedure is outstanding. at first I was concerned about his potential lack of experience (he is a young man), but he decimated the older lawyers on the opposing side.

29 Mar, 2018 by Ken

Isaiah represented me as co-plaintiff in a lengthy civil case involving a business sale. I would describe Isaiah as professional, thorough, personable, conscientious, organized, and dependable. His performance for preparation and throughout the 8 day trial was exceptional. I give Isaiah my highest praise and recommendation.

Joslyn V. Wood

201 Main St Ste 301, Carbondale, CO

Business Estate Planning Real Estate +3

5.0/5

5.0

6 Reviews

02 Jul, 2024 by Janeel williams

Satisfaction Guaranteed service is above the rest and you're in good hands

24 Jul, 2023 by Dustin hite

Prompt, professional, helpful and thorough.... I strongly endorse KLN. Specifically, I worked Michael Fairhurst. Michael responded quickly and took time to thoroughly explain all of my options. He provided sound and pragmatic advice while working under a tight timeline. His professional and honest communication style provided a calm, reliable viewpoint which made navigating a stressful time much easier. Additionally all of the intake staff and associates were wonderful through the process. Great practice and would happily work with them again.

05 Apr, 2023 by Pato “living in aspen” torreblanca

We had the pleasure of working with Michael Fairhurst when he was located in the Denver office. Even though we were not physically in the same city he made us feel visible, heard and like no question was unnecessary. He and his team addressed all our concerns and they explained all legal terms and simple English to make sure we had a clear understanding of what was happening. We are happy to have worked with him and we are glad they have an office in Carbondale now.

David J Margrave

320 S Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO

Business Real Estate +2

5.0/5

5.0

6 Reviews

10 Mar, 2024 by Chris s.

David and I had a brief conversation on the phone regarding my situation with Bank of America and a fraud claim which they refused to investigate properly or reimburse after denying my claim. David was quick to inform me of my rights per the FTC and consumer laws and what actions he would be able take against BoA to include treble 3x damages which would amount to over 10k with paid Attorney fees. David also knows several other Attorney's who are experts dealing with these type of cases and can refer you to other Attorney's in the state of Colorado, that may be able to help with Bankruptcy, Business law, Real estate and consumer law or If you feel a class action lawsuit is justified. David is an expert on planning and knows how the courts rule depending on the client's situation and he has over 25 years of experience of practiced law. I highly recommend you give him a call so that he can help you with your particular situation. I feel David provided more information with his free consultation than any big lawfirm would have provided, he is easy to talk too and he cares about your rights.

07 Jan, 2021 by Ed

david worked w/us for three years trying to make the best of a promissory note gone bad. and succeeded. his thoughtful and courteous manor to both me and to the promissory note maker made the best of a bad situation. i would recommend david margrave without reservation for any case he would accept. ed

18 Nov, 2020 by Victoria

We had a complicated real estate matter, had hired an expensive and HORRIBLE attorney in town. We spent a fortune with him and zero progress made. Finally got smart, fired him, and luckily found David. He was able to resolve the matter within a few weeks! Don't hire anyone until you talk to David first, seriously.

Jason Kenneth Greene

916 Cleveland Ave, Loveland, CO

Bankruptcy Child Custody Family Law +1 +4

5.0/5

5.0

6 Reviews

02 Jan, 2021 by Dora

Mr. Greene law office was great to work with in regards to a recent bankruptcy. I was very pleased with the level of legal service I received. I highly recommend this bankruptcy lawyer to anyone!

01 Jan, 2021 by Cody m

They literally hold your hand through the whole bankruptcy process Mr. Greene is awesome understanding! I was so grateful for his expertise and knowledge in bankruptcy. He never judged me and always worked with my crazy schedule at work. I highly recommend this bankruptcy attorney!

01 Jan, 2021 by Patrick b

I highly recommend this law firm to assist you with your legal claims. Jason Greene did a wonderful job guiding me through my legal issue. And he answered any questions I had along the way.

Steven Charles O'Connor

975 N. Ten Mile Dr., Frisco, CO

Business Criminal Defense Estate Planning +2 +5

5.0/5

5.0

6 Reviews

06 Jul, 2022 by Anonymous

The only lawyer I would recommend. He went above and beyond to help me and my daughter when we needed it most. I appreciate him for his compassion and all his efforts. He is probably one of the best lawyers out there, knows what he is doing and gets in done right. I've been disappointed by the legal system, the judges and lawyers, but not him. He did his absolute best. Thank you.

14 Aug, 2019 by Ashley

Hired Steven for a lease review. It wasn't too expensive and I got a lot of good advice.

02 Apr, 2018 by Kyle

Steven was very thorough, made important suggestions and promptly answered any questions I had while preparing my will. Highly recommend.

Kelcey Christine Nichols

201 Main St Ste 305, Carbondale, CO

Business Litigation Real Estate +3

5.0/5

5.0

6 Reviews

02 Jul, 2024 by Janeel williams

Satisfaction Guaranteed service is above the rest and you're in good hands

24 Jul, 2023 by Dustin hite

05 Apr, 2023 by Pato “living in aspen” torreblanca

Business Intellectual Property Real Estate +3

5.0/5

5.0

5 Reviews

10 Jan, 2023 by Gregg

If we could, we would give James Shanor a higher rating than allowed. James expertly resolved our contentious home co-ownership dispute and navigated a very honest, reasonable result that was 30% higher than the other party’s original offer. If you need to get out of a sticky situation for a very fair, less than excepted attorney cost, he’s the lawyer who can get the job done.

08 Jun, 2022 by Dave

James and his colleagues helped us out on a matter that spanned a year. He provided solid advice, was considerate of everyone's time and obtained a good result.

29 Mar, 2022 by Allen

James has been a pleasure to work with. Extremely responsive and attentive. Very knowledgeable and thorough and highly recommend him for you business legal needs.

Danielle Ann Estenssoro

119 S. Spring Street, Aspen, CO

Civil Rights Litigation Real Estate +3

5.0/5

5.0

5 Reviews

20 May, 2023 by Andrew light

Matt is very professional and easy to work with. Communicates very well. Delivers results. I highly recommend him.

20 Nov, 2022 by Catherine anne couch

Thank you Amy and Matt for finding a winning solution to an unfortunate situation. Your amazing powers of persuasion (both written and verbal) and commitment to uncovering the details of the argument proved to be the keys to success. THANK YOU!!!

09 Sep, 2022 by Jeffrey margulies

Matt Ferguson, Michelle Schindler, and their team are great to work with. They provided professional, strategic, and aggressive representation to our firm in a complex, multi-faceted case. Everyone in their organization acted as both advisors and teammates throughout. I would absolutely work with them again and would recommend them to others seeking counsel.

Joshua Mangiagli

101 University Blvd Ste 350, Denver, CO

Litigation Real Estate +2

5.0/5

5.0

5 Reviews

18 Mar, 2022 by Carl

We engaged Josh to draft a contract for a FSBO home purchase. We were first time home buyers navigating the process without a RE agent, and Josh went above and beyond to draft our contract quickly and work with us to understand each element of the agreement. Josh is highly knowledgeable and gave us the confidence to move through the process without any issues. I will definitely reach out for any RE legal matters in the future.

05 Feb, 2022 by Anonymous

Josh was great! He assisted with a residential property sale, and although his involvement was minimal due to the nature of the transaction, he helped with reviewing contracts as well as providing insight and feedback that was helpful for the deal. Thanks for the help Josh!

03 Nov, 2021 by Justin

I reached out to Josh for help with an off market real estate acquisition, more specifically drafting and negotiating the contract. The seller was a foreign investor and his lawyer was clearly not a real estate attorney. Josh was incredibly knowledgeable, regularly available, had great communication skills and offered a wealth of information, explaining clauses and/or issues in plain english terms. He also worked with the non-real estate attorney to address his / the seller's issues, pushing back on the many non-standard requests for changes to the contract. He was instrumental to getting the deal closed quickly. I highly recommend Josh to anybody needing real estate related legal services.

Carl A. Miller

5353 West Dartmouth Ave, Denver, CO

Business Estate Planning Real Estate +1 +4

5.0/5

5.0

4 Reviews

5.0

1 Reviews

02 Dec, 2020 by Shanda olofson

I used Selvoy for unbundled services. So glad I found him because I have spoken to dozens of lawyers and never felt like they were willing to help me. He was very honest, reliable, helpful, answered all of my questions. He helped me prep for my case and I won!! I highly recommend him for all legal representation and unbundled services! I also worked with his paralegal, Kalena, and I loved her. She was prompt and honest, so helpful, kind and understanding. I will be using them for all future legal needs.

10 Feb, 2019 by Derek

Carl worked for months on a very hard case for me, and ultimately helped me recover some of my losses.

09 Feb, 2019 by Kevin

I met Carl through a mutual friend. I have needed to put together my will, etc... for several years, and have procrastinated long enough. Carl took all my information, asked all the right questions, explained to me what I could and could not do, and was helpful through the whole process. Having things ( possessions as well as family) spread out across the country, this was far from simple. He made the appropriate contacts in the other states, to take care of everything I needed legally, and at a reasonable price. Very professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. I will continue to use him as my family attorney.

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What a Real Estate Lawyer Can Do for You

A real estate lawyer provides legal assistance in transactions and disputes involving property, including residential and commercial real estate. Whether you're buying, selling, leasing, or developing property, a real estate attorney can help ensure that your transactions are legally sound and your rights are protected. They review contracts, perform due diligence, resolve disputes, and provide legal representation in negotiations and litigation involving property matters.

Real estate lawyers are crucial in safeguarding your investment by ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal real estate laws, as well as protecting you from potential legal pitfalls related to property ownership and transactions.

When Should I Hire a Real Estate Lawyer?

Hiring a real estate lawyer is beneficial in various scenarios, including:

Buying or selling property: When navigating complex real estate contracts, it’s advisable to have a lawyer review and ensure that the terms are favorable and legal.
Commercial property transactions: For leasing, purchasing, or selling commercial properties, a lawyer can help manage the intricate legal aspects of such transactions.
Zoning or land use issues: If you're planning to develop property or change its use, a real estate lawyer can guide you through zoning laws and land use regulations.
Resolving property disputes: For boundary disputes, title issues, or disagreements over property rights, a lawyer can help mediate or litigate the matter.
Foreclosures or evictions: If you're dealing with foreclosure or managing a tenant eviction, legal representation ensures that the process adheres to local laws and protects your interests.
Title and deed issues: Lawyers can help clear title disputes, ensure the legitimacy of property deeds, and handle transfers of ownership.

What Does a Real Estate Lawyer Do?

A real estate lawyer provides a range of services to help with property transactions and disputes, including:

Contract drafting and review: Ensuring that purchase agreements, leases, and other contracts are legally binding, fair, and protect your interests.
Title search and clearance: Conducting a thorough title search to ensure that the property has no legal claims or liens that could affect ownership.
Facilitate closing: Managing the closing process in real estate transactions, including reviewing final documents and ensuring that everything is in order before the transfer of ownership.
Resolve disputes: Handling legal disputes related to property ownership, boundaries, zoning, or tenants.
Assist in financing: Reviewing loan agreements and mortgage documents to ensure the terms are fair and legally sound.
Zoning and land use advice: Guiding clients through the complexities of zoning laws and building regulations for property development or renovation projects.

How Are Real Estate Lawyers Paid?

Real estate lawyers typically charge for their services in the following ways:

Flat fee: Many real estate transactions, such as reviewing a sales contract or assisting with a closing, are charged on a flat-fee basis.
Hourly rates: If a lawyer is handling complex disputes or litigation, they may charge by the hour. Hourly rates can vary significantly based on the lawyer’s experience and location.
Contingency fees: In rare cases, such as property disputes or claims for damages, a lawyer may work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if you win or settle the case.
Retainer: For ongoing legal support, some clients may pay a retainer, which is an upfront fee used as a deposit for future legal services.

It's important to clarify the fee structure with your attorney before hiring them to avoid any surprises.

How Much Does a Real Estate Lawyer Cost?

The cost of a real estate lawyer varies based on the complexity of the matter, the location of the property, and the lawyer’s experience. Key factors that affect pricing include:

Type of transaction or issue: Simple tasks, like contract reviews, typically cost less than handling a complex property dispute or litigation.
Experience and location: More experienced lawyers or those in high-demand areas, like urban centers, often charge higher rates.
Billing structure: Lawyers may charge a flat fee for basic services like document review or hourly for more time-intensive work such as disputes or litigation.

Flat fees for straightforward services like closing assistance may range from $500 to $1,500.

Hourly rates can range from $150 to $400 or more, depending on the attorney’s experience and location.

Always discuss fees upfront to understand the overall cost of the legal service you're receiving.

How to Check the Credibility of a Real Estate Lawyer

To ensure you’re hiring a reputable real estate lawyer, take these steps:

Check with the state bar association: Verify that the lawyer is licensed and in good standing with no disciplinary actions on their record.
Read online reviews and testimonials: Look for reviews on legal directories and platforms like Avvo or Martindale-Hubbell to see what past clients have said.
Ask for references: A credible lawyer should have past clients willing to share their experiences.
Review their track record and expertise: Look at the lawyer’s website or LinkedIn profile for information about their experience in real estate law and any relevant cases they’ve handled.
Membership in professional organizations: Lawyers who are members of respected legal or real estate organizations, like the American Bar Association’s Real Property Division, often signal credibility and expertise.

What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?

To make your first meeting with a real estate lawyer productive, you should prepare the following materials:

Relevant property documents: Bring purchase agreements, lease contracts, mortgage documents, zoning permits, or any other paperwork related to your case.
A summary of the issue or transaction: Be ready to explain the situation, whether it's a property dispute, contract negotiation, or development issue.
Questions about the legal process: Prepare a list of questions about how the lawyer will handle your case and what steps are involved.
Financial documents or loan agreements: If the case involves financing or a mortgage, bring any related documents for the lawyer to review.
Your goals and timeline: Be clear about what outcome you're hoping for, and if there are any deadlines that need to be considered, such as closing dates or legal filings.

By coming prepared, you can ensure that your consultation is efficient and informative, allowing you to assess whether the lawyer is the right fit for your real estate needs.

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