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20 Oct, 2021 by Rachel andras
I cannot say enough about the team at Anderson Irrigation. We had a water leak happening and I was stressed out wasting so much water. These guys help guide be through the steps to find the leak and then I had them come out to fix. Everyone I worked with was professional, helpful, and was efficient at the work they did for us. I HIGHLY recommend this team over anyone else! Thank you!
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06 Jun, 2021 by Brandon bender
20 Oct, 2021 by Rachel andras
I cannot say enough about the team at Anderson Irrigation. We had a water leak happening and I was stressed out wasting so much water. These guys help guide be through the steps to find the leak and then I had them come out to fix. Everyone I worked with was professional, helpful, and was efficient at the work they did for us. I HIGHLY recommend this team over anyone else! Thank you!
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06 Jun, 2021 by Brandon bender
23 Oct, 2022 by Weston grimmly
Also located at 220 north west skyline blvd Portland Oregon 97210. Information derived via Google Earth
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24 Aug, 2022 by S m
Christa was attentive and communicative. I got the best possible outcome and feel satisfied with the representation I got regarding a false claim.
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12 Feb, 2020 by M s
Connie was incredibly kind and fair. She took my case even though it was not a high paying case and worked for me as if I was a high paying client. If you ever need a good lawyer to represent you in any board complaints I highly recommend Connie. I am very happy with the outcome.
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18 Jun, 2022 by Anonymous
I was contacted by this ...man, regarding an ongoing case. His legal writing is unclear, he is apparently unfamiliar with spell check, and he uses punctuation like a drunk throwing darts.
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13 May, 2020 by Anonymous
I contacted Attorney Michael Cougar with questions about my mothers estate. It took Michael 2 days to return my call. We agreed to a phone appointment day and time. At appointment time he didn't call. After waiting 10 minutes I called him and left a message. He returned my call several hours later saying he had taken an online class that day and was returning my call. He seemed to have forgotten our appointment.
Today we spoke. He spoke to me in a confrontational manner as though he was angry. He said many things including, "I can't answer your question.", a series of "You" statements directed towards me, "you asked me a question, I gave you an answer," was one of his replies. In sarcasm he said "Of course, there are" as though my question was wrong to have asked and the final comment was "whatever, whats the next question?" at that point I felt I had no other option but to end the call.
It matters not if he was having a bad day or perhaps didn't want to speak with me. This guy is a loose cannon. His sarcasm and impatience was uncalled for. There are plenty of other Attorneys in Medford. Cross Cougar off your list.
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09 Dec, 2019 by Anonymous
Mr. Cougar is straight to the point and doesn't waste your time with frivolity. His demeanor says that he knows what he's talking about and doesn't care if you buy it... because he's not selling anything. He'll get in the trench with you if you need it. Otherwise, don't waste his time because he won't waste yours! I hated the fact that I needed him, but sure glad that I had him on my side!
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12 Sep, 2021 by Rose
Was well received by his staff, great attitude, personable, courteous..will fight like hell for your cause , and is reasonable..
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26 Mar, 2020 by Barbara
Beware of this unprofessional attorney. Check his background. He didnt take any notes ... he just wanted to make small talk for the hour. Preparing our simple one page deeds took weeks to complete. Then he charged us almost double what I've paid my retired former attorney. Outrageous!
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28 Oct, 2013 by Anonymous
Mr Kelly was very friendly. However I feel he did not provide full and complete details and options regarding my situation. Was advised entire real estate matter would be resolved in 4-5 business day. Paper not filed as advised for over 40+ days. Multiple issues and need for repeat office visits as he "forgot" the situation. Third appointment 2 wks ago, told papers would be filed with the court the next business day. Paper not filed for another 2 weeks. Very unhappy with delay. Price quote changed 3 different times. Does not communicate via email. Hesitates to communicate by phone prefering repeat office visits.
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15 Oct, 2022 by Anonymous
Jeffrey failed me in every way and it's my opinion that he lacked empathy or respect for the difficulties I was facing. It is also my honest opinion that I do not recommend him for legal services. He took advantage of me during a time I was vulnerable, while incurring excessive fees without providing the help I needed. Jeffrey Frasier increased his wages in the middle of our litigation without proper notice. He racked up a higher price tag with tasks that should have been completed in a shorter time frame, especially with his background and experience. He added billable hours to my invoice, then later sued me for his fees. He made no reasonable offers to settle our fee dispute, and even failed to attend our scheduled mediation.
When making an important decision to hire a lawyer to represent your important legal matters... you need to ask yourself..... do you want someone who is willing to bring a suit against the client vs. assigning their fee claims to a collection agency? I really wish I would have done my homework, before being damaged and financially ruined by Jeffrey Frasier
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19 Jun, 2018 by Alexis
We had contacted Jeffrey when we were referred to him by another Oregon lawyer & after I read about him on the site FindLaw. He is extremely courteous, very knowledgeable, sharp minded and is a very good listener. He acted promptly with our case and was able to put our minds at ease with a very stressful situation. His charges were very reasonable and affordable; We were very delighted with his services and would definitely rehire him again as well as recommend him to others.
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11 Mar, 2013 by Anonymous
I have been involved with a case for which Jeffrey Frasier was the attorney. Unfortunately, I found him to be unfriendly and somewhat terse. Some of the clients he works for are very unprofessional and it made the entire process difficult for everyone involved. This was the first time I had been involved with his group, and unfortunately I found it to be a troublesome experience and I would not recommend working with them.
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12 Oct, 2023 by Anonymous
What a waste of money and time for family law.
I would have been better off to represent myself.
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07 Mar, 2021 by Anonymous
At the time of my divorce, I had become permanently disabled from a major car accident. While I was unable to defend myself, I hired Mr. Larvik to be my voice. He spent several months researching my case and a considerable amount of money. At the time of the court hearing, he said that he wasn't prepared and encouraged a settlement that gave my husband all of our joint assets so that we could get it over with. I was too shocked and incapacitated to respond. Later, my ex-husband stated that he would have settled for half of what he received. I received no part of the marital estate and continue to incur considerable medical expenses. I would have been better off letting the judge decide.
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10 May, 2015 by David
Mr. Larvik represented me in a family law/divorce case. He was truthful at all times and always kept me informed as to what was going to happen next. He prepares diligently and meticulously and didn't wait until the last minute. My trial was bumped up but no worries due to his timely preparation. My trial proceeded exactly like he assured me it would and I couldn't have been more pleased with the outcome; a fair decision by the Judge.
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14 Mar, 2024 by Danita macy
Family attorney for many years. Helpful in getting help for aged parents with dementia.
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27 Mar, 2023 by Amber
22 Jul, 2021 by Sbs
Zero at most. Front desk lady is very rude. Definitely glad I was in the wrong place and don't have to deal with her ever again!!
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14 Mar, 2024 by Danita macy
Family attorney for many years. Helpful in getting help for aged parents with dementia.
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27 Mar, 2023 by Amber
22 Jul, 2021 by Sbs
Zero at most. Front desk lady is very rude. Definitely glad I was in the wrong place and don't have to deal with her ever again!!
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29 Jun, 2009 by Anonymous
We worked with Corey on a land use issue. His knowledge was good, though not comprehensive. For example, after reading the relevant ordinance, we identified problems he hadn't, problems he later agreed were there.
The biggest problem working with Corey is his lack of responsiveness. During a crunch time for us (a period of a couple weeks), Corey was completely unresponsive, despite our contacts by email, by fax, and via voice messages. We ended up missing a deadline because we could not get Corey to respond. He eventually did respond, but with no mention or apology about his delays. When we contacted him again to follow up, same problem: we contacted him multiple times over multiple days without response.
We don't expect every attorney to be instantly available, but Corey's unresponsiveness was far beyond reasonable.
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10 May, 2023 by Paul
The shingle is not going to get used much if theres no phone number readily available laddy. Do we snail mail, a letter to ya. Thank you have a good day.
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20 Aug, 2022 by Anonymous
Basic attorney, to answer questions you can go to Scott. If you’re looking for someone to fight hard for you I would recommend looking else where. I was referred to him by modest means and was told I wouldn’t be charged more then 60$ a hour but was charged 100$ a hour when his regular rate is only $50 more. When I came to Scott I came with concerns about custody he told me for the time being i should try to modify our current plan. I had him on my case for around 6 months. Scott really didn’t do anything for me except answer some questions and communicate with opposing parties attorney. When it was 2 weeks before our hearing he told me he was ready to fight. Scott told me we would file to see another judge if they were considerate of everything. Just days before our hearing he said he wasn’t sure if I should go through with trying to modify and there was a big chance I wouldn’t get what I was asking for. At trial the judge asked if he had even listened to our entire transcript of previous hearings and he said NO. In the months he had to prepare and fight he didn’t even sit down and listen to the transcript to fully understand everything that had previously happen in my case! I did not get what I was asking for and Scott did not fight hard or bring up in substantial things that had happen in my case since the previous hearing. I was upset and expressed that and expressed what I believed he should have brought up. Scott told me the things I referred to were only going to matter in a custody change but all along Scott told me I didn’t have anything for a custody change. i spent 1700 to have him communicate with another attorney and file for a hearing. I could have gotten advice and saved my money and filed what he did if I knew he wasn’t going to go hard against opposing party or even listen to our transcript to understand our case. Ontop of everything I never met Scott In person or even over video. The first time I saw him was at court and he did not even know who I was , I had to introduce myself. He has no office to meet at and many times his children were in the background of the phone calls i had with him. Overall not happy with my outcome of my case and all my wasted time and money.
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20 Oct, 2021 by Anonymous
I was recommended to him for a case and he never communicated with me. When COVID hit I had to reach out to him to ask him what was going on and he did not answer at all. He just stopped communicating completely. And he ended up making my case even worse than it should have been. Do not make the mistake I did.
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17 Oct, 2021 by Anonymous
My girl friend have a same problem like this writer “ I hired Man 2 years ago to help me with my auto injury accident. In the beginning, he was ok. After about 6 months, he basically fell off the earth. It was take months between contacts despite me trying to contact him via phone, email, or texting. He would never respond.” He never respond, and everything he says not clear at all. He and his business like ghost.
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03 Sep, 2014 by Anonymous
I hired Man 2 years ago to help me with my auto injury accident. In the beginning, he was ok. After about 6 months, he basically fell off the earth. It was take months between contacts despite me trying to contact him via phone, email, or texting. He would never respond. A year after my accident, it was time to close the case and file the complaint for compensation. In Oregon, you have 2 years from the time of your accident to do this. He said there was plenty of time but he would get the paperwork together including all medical records and file this complaint. Fast forward 6 more months, after numerous tries by me to contact him, he stated we were on track. Now here we are almost exactly at the 2 year mark and guess what!? I have not heard from him in 4 months. Finally I was fed up with it and hired someone else. I found out that Man Vu NEVER FILED ANY PAPERWORK at all! He as literally done nothing on my case for 18 months! This was confirmed by my new lawyer! I have less than a week to get my new lawyer everything and for him to file the complaint for compensation. Man has literally done nothing for 18 months on my case and then lied to me about it. I am glad that I hired someone else in time otherwise I would not be getting anything for my injuries. This will no doubt have a great effect on what I will get now since my new lawyer has to frantically put my case together.
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21 Jun, 2019 by Anil
The worst and most incompetent lawyer i have ever ran into. he represented us in california. During trial he stayed mum and all the facts of case he prepared for 5 years, he forgot and made me loose my whole life savings. We r still suffering from the wounds he gave to us.
Sorry but i have every page of the case in my possession to prove his brightness.
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28 Apr, 2015 by Anonymous
I give this guy no stars. He is by far in my opinion the worse lawyer i have had to watch in court. I have seen many many lawyers at work but none that I know of who was this incompadent. He lost our case against an entire family of felons. When we hired him he was like no problem I am going to Reem him. Then he left town numerous times with out any notice. Refused to take our phone calls and once again my opinion just put his tail between his legs and gave up like a scared dog. PLEASE,please DO NOT HIRE THIS GUY. You are better off with a public pretender. He cares nothing about his clients.
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18 Aug, 2022 by Anonymous
If you want an attorney who is more interested in running up the bill than known what he's doing, this is the guy for you!
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02 Aug, 2022 by Bill
No thanks! Your entire job is answering the phone. Hire someone to do this. What does my $300 dollars an hour go towards, if not a secretary who will answer the phone when I need it, at 10 AM on a Tuesday! This is highly unprofessional. You have lost my business.
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02 Aug, 2018 by Anonymous
Charged me an hour for a 10 minute phone call...did not tell me he was charging me as I just had a question for my daughter. He told me the service would be under $200 and when my daughter got the bill it was almost $350. What a jerk
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24 Nov, 2017 by Anonymous
We hired Jack Davis to defend us from our neighbors and he has helped them more than us, be careful with this one and get EVERYTHING in Writing as he forgets to many things for his very high hourly rate and Jack Davis has put us into a really bad spot as he really doesn’t care about you.
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22 Jun, 2024 by Hillary
I did speak with Ms. Dubay in regards to representing me in collecting a debt. She repeatedly told me how expensive it would be. Having some legal experience I did not see how she could assert this and I was apprehensive about hiring her, which I decided not to do.
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13 Sep, 2021 by Mikkel
Eleanor is a very dishonest attorney! She lies and the follow up was so poor! I’d be happy to provide the history to anyone who wants to know what an awful attorney. I have all the proof. This attorney makes a lot to treat real people bad. Consumer beware!
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07 Apr, 2024 by A mother
This attorney was arrested in a child predator sting in Washington County Oregon on April 4, 2024. Don't give him a penny of your $
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19 Jul, 2023 by Jeff
I reached out to Pablo after being referred. He was unresponsive for several weeks after promising to get back and ultimately declined to provide service. This ended up costing us needed time. Pablo’s seems like he’s too busy so if you’re looking for fast service as a new client I would recommend looking elsewhere.
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15 Feb, 2016 by Anonymous
Ms. Peterson was hired by me in relation to descrepencies on my credit report. During our initial consultation, she appeared competent and knowledgeable. After she was hired, she did not follow through on promises she made to attempt to contact the companies regarding my case, she did not return my phone calls or emails. I had to
Physically go to her office twice. The first time I showed up, she apologized for not returning my calls stating that things got extremely busy. She admitted that she had not even started on my case and it had been almost a month since she was hired. After our meeting , I heard from her via a letter she sent to the companies on one occasion and then another "letter" that actually was an invoice for time accrued. Well it's been 6 months and I have heard nothing else from her. I just recently emailed her requesting the valve of my retainer: $44.00. This attorney is awful and I am extremely surprised she has remained in business. I only stumbled upon her through my employer's EAP Program...if you need a lawyer, beware of this one....in fact, run the other way.
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19 Sep, 2023 by Anonymous
Mr.Querin is nothing but rude and condescending when speaking to women. I walked out of my meeting with him as he attempted to advise me that as a woman I should just take his advice.
He shakes like crazy and when speaking and he is all over the place as well as very rude when speaking.
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19 Feb, 2024 by Barb
Contacted through his message center on 1/12/24 and again on 1/16/24. Why have a message center if you are not going to respond? Today is 2/19.
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01 Aug, 2019 by Anonymous
Truly the most uneducated attorney I have ever spoken too. I hired him to evict a tenant and the convoluted interpretation he came back with was laughable. He charges $220 per hour, is very intimidated by other attorneys and clearly he just bought a degree and now the public must suffer. Consumers please be aware so you don’t waste your hard earned money on someone who does. Or know what they are doing.
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17 Nov, 2016 by Anonymous
I had hired Jason to assist my elderly mother with a partner dispute that involved a government, subsidized multi housing project . At first I was very impressed with Jason, until it seemed that paying his high retainer was all that seemed to matter. In my case, the opposing party had not filed any legal action and there were no subpoenas, interrogatories or requests for production at the current time; only a bunch of demand letters with empty threats and fancy wording. I wanted to "hold off" on paying Jason this high retainer until there had been a court action filed, which would have required us to pay necessary money to defend the case. During a two week period my attorney bill was escalating to close to $5000 with Jason continuously arguing with opposing council with the expectation I follow their every demand. Since the property was heading to foreclosure, it was imperative that certain paperwork was completed and turned into the government. I explained to Jason that I didn't have time to argue with opposing counsel's demands, while other serious matters were imperative with government deadlines. To make a long story short, he didn't like that I was resisting his direction and advice, and expected a $25,000 retainer for him to continue his services. I went with my gut instinct, and let this guy go and handled my mom's case myself. By October 1, I was able to regain full compliance on the property as well as a substantial rental increase, starting 2017. It was the biggest increase the property has seen since it was purchased in 1982. If you are someone who is rich and has a lot of money to waste on unnecessary litigation that doesn't even exist... then Jason is the guy for you. Otherwise, do your research and hire an attorney who works on your behalf while believing in you and your case. Stay away from those who will bleed you dry while not stopping opposing council from abusing you without a care in the world.
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22 Jun, 2021 by Anonymous
I engaged Caitlin for a small project. She estimated the time to complete at roughly 3 hours. Caitlin initially sent me an email stating that she would begin the research immediately and check in by the end of the week. A month later, I've heard nothing - no status updates, no work product.
I then write her an email on a Tuesday checking in to ask for a status update and to request that she have the project completed within the next 10 days. She writes back that she'll have it to me by the end of the current week. End of the week arrives, nothing.
Tuesday of the following week, she emails me to she had a multi-day emergency the previous week but that she would get it to me the following morning. She did not. She also did not send me any notice that she would be delayed by the emergency.
A few days after that, I emailed her to terminate my engagement with her and asked for a refund. Ignoring my email, she sent me the work product for the project soon thereafter.
If you're looking for a responsible, responsive attorney who will complete work in a timely manner, I strongly recommend that you look elsewhere. Caitlin exhibited a clear pattern of excuse making throughout the engagement that I would have never tolerated from any of my own employees. I suspect that if I hadn't followed up the project would have never been completed.
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04 May, 2017 by Anonymous
He scratched and destroyed my evidence, all is lost, worst lawyer ever
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19 Apr, 2013 by Anonymous
Hired this attorney regarding a corporation. He did not complete the paperwork properly. He is not very efficient and leaves things untidy. I would never hire this attorney again.
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05 Jan, 2011 by Anonymous
"Whoever wrote this did not know what they were doing" said a Multnomah County Judge to me in 2010 regarding my simple bill of sale Mrs. Burns crafted expensively for me in 2009. The judge also said "This document is not legally binding" and "If I were you I'd seek legal advice against your lawyer."
After my lawsuit was thrown out I approached Mrs Burns for a return of my money. She refused, and gave me the name of her malpractice insurance company. My new lawyer told me its expensive and fruitless to go up against another lawyer like this, and it's not really worth the money that I spent already.
(As a side note, I should have known better, for at my first meeting there, there was dog poop all over her office and meeting room floors and it stank horribly. Completely unprofessional.)
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14 Apr, 2022 by Anonymous
We used this lawyer because another lawyer referred him for real estate issues. Unfortunately, as we found out, he has zero knowledge on real estate law. Even though we hired him and paid him and would’ve cost us more money to change lawyers, we ended up going with a different lawyer due to his lack of knowledge and incompetence.
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17 Jul, 2018 by Anonymous
Andy represented me and my companies while actively representing another client and misrepresented that he had a serious conflict. Compounding matters he basically charged me for service that did for this other company. He proclaims to be the expert related to Apartment owners but fundamentally seems to represent whomever is the biggest client while pretending to also represent another conflicting smaller client. He seems to ignore conflicts and does not do an adequate job of representing his clients. He simply just takes whatever clients he can in his industry and doesn't do conflict checks. In my experience he passes projects off to inexperienced lawyers and seems to over charge for simple tasks like forming an LLC. Also he is frequently on vacation and doesn't have adequate or responsive support. Again in my opinion its not worth hiring an attorney at any price that ignores conflicts, is unresponsive and is unsupported.
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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.
Top Questions to Ask a Real Estate Lawyer
Before hiring a real estate lawyer, ask the following questions to ensure they are the right fit for your legal needs:
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What experience do you have with real estate law?
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What is your fee structure?
Ask how the lawyer charges for services - whether it's a flat fee, hourly rate, or retainer - so there are no surprises later on. -
How long will the process take?
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Have you handled cases similar to mine?
Experience with similar transactions or disputes can give you confidence that the lawyer knows how to handle your case. -
Will you handle my case personally, or will it be passed to another attorney?
Confirm who will be handling the bulk of your case work, especially in larger firms where junior lawyers may take on some responsibilities. -
Can you provide references?
Speaking with past clients can give you insight into the lawyer's experience and how they handle cases.
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.
