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22 Oct, 2023 by Anonymous
I am posting this review to share the facts relating to my experience with this attorney. After finding that my multimillionaire corrupt ex tenant, negligently caused approximately $100,000 in damage to my home in Florence, With this tenant being the first to occupy my home, and having an agreement signed by him where he is to return the home to pre move in condition and or pay to bring it to pre move in condition. With this in hand and the tenant being corrupt, untruthful and evasive, though being more than financially capable to pay for the the damage he caused, I hired the Law Offices of Brian Cox, (specifically Brian Cox as he is the single attorney there). Cox appears to have close to 30 years of experience and informed me that they specialize in landlord tenant issues specifically representing landlords. Cox charges for every minute of his time including consultation. I shared with Cox my rental agreement and hired him to send my ex tenant a demand letter. Tenant did not pay so I hired Cox to file a suit against my ex tenant. I am one who likes to keep on top of things, despite my earlier inquiry with Cox on filing date, Cox did not file the suit till over one year since my discovery of the damage. Cox filed a breach of contract claim citing my rental agreement. If I prevailed in any way under this claim I was to be able to collect my attorney fees in addition to the amount of my damages from the tenant. Since I was looking over his work I found two careless mistakes (besides the one that ruined my case) that Cox made in supplying evidence to the defense. After several months and thousands of dollars of attorney’s fees paid to Cox, the defense attorney informed Cox that he filed my claim past the statute of limitations (which was one year). Cox and his required insurer Oregon PLF (whose job is to protect Cox and their best interest is Cox and not the party that is damaged by Cox) Suggested that I amend my complaint to common law claims such as “waste, chattel etc” A path that would be being difficult in prevailing even if I prevailed I would not be able to collect my attorney fees from the defendant which by the end of that claim would probably be over $20,000. After consulting with at least three attorneys who each informed me that the probability of prevailing under common law claims (as suggested by Cox and the PLF) would be a novelty, not likely or very difficult. Meanwhile the defense attorney filed for a summary judgement mainly based on the statute of limitations issue. The most probable outcome of this is that I would lose the case (which I lost anyway due to Cox’s error) and would be required to pay all of the defendant’s attorney fees. I was left with no choice but to hire another attorney and mitigate the damages. I settled the case between my ex tenant with no money awarded to me in exchange for not having to pay his attorney fees. I then had to hire a third attorney, who specializes in malpractice to settle and collect from the PLF. In the end after paying attorney fees to Cox, and the malpractice attorney I did not even end up with getting half of my damages paid for. I asked Cox to refund me what I paid him which he did not answer. Also, for some illogical reason the PLF is not responsible to pay back attorney fees that I paid to the attorney who is guilty of malpractice. The legal system in the country is a joke, in the end it is the attorneys who win! (Cox still got paid for his careless incompetent “work”)You simply pay the attorney for their time regardless of outcome and if they make a gross error despite how good your initial case is you are still not made whole.
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22 May, 2015 by Anonymous
Brian Cox responded promptly to my inquiry, and was very clear on what he would need to assist us in deciding how to proceed with our case. And the response we received was from him directly - he didn't just pass us off to his assistant, which I appreciate! We plan to contact him when we are ready to proceed, and have been pleased with the communication thus far.
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12 Jun, 2023 by Jannette diaz
Unprofessional and wasted our time.
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20 Apr, 2021 by Snobunni
25 Jul, 2020 by Darin arnell
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 Aug, 2024 by Patrice sipos
Sarah Subias was Amazing.
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14 Aug, 2024 by Sreedhar thakkun
02 Jul, 2024 by Sarrah shim-hue
15 Aug, 2024 by Lynda kuehn
26 Apr, 2023 by Jan cassens
23 Mar, 2023 by Keri martin
I contacted the office twice for assistance with an eviction and For Sale by Owner situation in Oregon and was told I would get a phone call back - sadly no one called me back to see if they can assist me with this process. This law firm was suggested to me by Metlife Legal Plan which I pay for through my employer. I give this review 1 star because the lack of a simple phone call back from the law office.
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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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07 Jun, 2019 by Jay
I hired this attorney..who TOTALLY let me down..after I agree to A plea deal with one year probation..I was paying my $800 fine and I turned and asked him..because he was standing behind me..what a probation violation was..his responce was..just dont get into any trouble..which I did Not..he NEVER TOLD ME..I could NOT be in possession of a firearm to hunt..FOR ONE YEAR....well..I found out the Hard Way..that it was a probation violation..BECAUSE OF THE NEGLECT OF THIS ATTORNE...Y I LOST MY SHELLFISH LICENSE FOR 3 YEARS...BECAUSE OF HIS NEGLECT TO TELL ME THAT I COULD NOT BE IN POSSESSION OF A FIREARM....which I would have NEVER AGREED TO THESE TERMS..being a hunter for food on my table for almost 50 years....I wouldn't trust this guy to CHANGE A DIAPER....I'm going to have almost $3500 into this fiasco..because of his NEGLECT....
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02 Oct, 2014 by Lorna
In 2006, I hired a local remodeling business to install new floors and a water heater in my Eugene home.....the laminate floors buckled and the water heater immediately leaked etc etc. Mr. Lee von Boekmann came over that same week to assess the damage and a short time later, I was refunded 100%. He was a delightful person to work with and resolved my problem quickly and successfully . I can't say enough good things about him and would definitely hire him again!
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18 Sep, 2015 by Anonymous
I sent Robin an email for potential representation and she responded immediately. She was very knowledgable about the process and fair in her pricing structure.
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04 Sep, 2014 by Suzanne
She was suppose to represent us as Intended parent and she does not return emails or phone calls within 48 hours! What kind of attorney does that? Whether she's good or not, there are other attorneys who are better! Don't go to her! She may be good before but this is 2014 and she's no good and her reviews are outdated.
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17 Mar, 2017 by Anonymous
We used Anna's firm for years, sadly we inherited Anna.
Do to her inability to respond in an even remotely timely manner, we retained another firm some time ago. Unfortunately, Anna McCormack's inability to do her job is currently costing us money due to The City of Portland's new rent control ordinance. Had she not dropped the ball, all of our rents would have been raised in time for us to not be affected by the current 'law.'
Fortunately for Anna, I am too busy with my own business to do anything more than write this review and warn other people within my community. However, if this review mysteriously disappears, I will absolutely file suit against Warren Allen, LLP for malpractice in addition to a very well deserved letter to the bar.
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01 May, 2013 by Anonymous
A very experienced real estate and landlord's attorney. Anna knew much, much more about Landlord Tenant law than my tenant's attorney did.
Her knowledge and professionalism saved me time and money. If you ever find yourself with an unreasonable tenant, call Anna. She will save the day. She's level headed and an experienced litigator.
She was so great in my case that I am now hiring her for contracts and other legal matters regarding land and real estate.
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05 Dec, 2013 by Bruce
Dean is a great lawyer. He's been representing me for 12 years. He's honest and doesn't bill like guys in big law firms. His advice has always been solid and I trust him like I've never trusted any other attorney in the 40+ years I've been doing real estate business. Note that the guy who wrote a bad review was apparently being chased by a landlord who employed Kaufman, so for us landlords and lenders, Dean's the sort of guy you want on your side. FWIW, he's a U of O law school grad and has been in the community for over 40 years.
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17 Jun, 2013 by Anonymous
Poorly represented the legal community of Eugene. Unprofessional and used bullying tactics when he thought I didn't understand my legal rights.
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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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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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27 Nov, 2024 by Lenee
My 3 year old grandson got the crap beat out of him by Johnathan Damian Nolan a few months ago. I attended all the hearings to see that my grandson might get some justice. Every time there has been a court hearing the district attorney has said nothing. The judge has only spoken to Jonathan's attorney each and every time. Yesterday Johnathan plead guilty to 1 count of assault and he's only getting 1 month in jail and 3 years probation. The district attorney has still not said anything. I am very disappointed with him.
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15 Oct, 2023 by Dean loyd
I was treated fairly by the district attorney and came to a fair resolution he was honest fair and decent he has my vote
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17 Jun, 2023 by Eno iii kenneth
Great advice they did give me indeed!
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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?
Especially important for real estate transactions or disputes with deadlines, ask for a general estimate of how long the process will last. -
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.
