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28 Jul, 2012 by John
Matt Lee was our "go to" guy for a lengthy and constantly changing
litigation that required a vigilant attorney to keep an eye on the elusive defendent. He kept us in the loop, kept the wheels moving forward, and advised the HOA on alternatives, solutions, and other legal matters . Easy to talk to and discuss problems. Always called or e-mailed a reply to our questions and concerns.
It was a long process for both Matt and our HOA Officers and Matt has always been there for us to consult with regarding our many concerns
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09 Jul, 2012 by Stephanie
Without Matthew Lee I'm not sure how I would have made it through the long journey of my lawsuit. His commitment to my case, constant support and tireless pursuit of justice brought me peace and calm during a traumatic time. I never second guessed his advice and knew his guidance was always in my best interest. Matthew's dedication and professionalism took a negative event in my life and turned it into a positive result with my lawsuit.
In my opinion there is no other lawyer that could compare to Matthew Lee.
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21 Jan, 2020 by Anonymous
Angela listened to our situation and gave us solutions on how to solve things out of court first and explained the process for in court if needed. She was very knowledgeable and gave us very useful information. An amazing attorney!!
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12 Oct, 2017 by Jon
Mrs. Lassiter represented my autistic brother in a modification of guardianship hearing. Having experience with her own special needs child, she got to see the dire situation my brother was in with his current group home. Not only did she show a genuine love and urgency for his well being, she took it upon herself to follow through with a complaint to the state on the conditions and treatment at the home. All of this done on her own, not because we asked her too because we hit roadblocks at every turn, but she did it on her own time. In a world which seems to be so misguided and upside down, it was nice to have a breath of fresh air with an angel in disguise. Now my brother is in a skilled home with caring people and the old home has lost its licensure. My hats off to her and she has earned my business for life for anything that falls in her realm of expertise.
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11 Apr, 2017 by Anonymous
Ms. Lambe’s passion for the law and dedication to her clients is unrivaled. She consistently demonstrates the ethical, compassionate, and zealous advocacy one wishes to have in her attorney when facing the overwhelming complications that often accompany legal action. I would recommend Ms. Lambe for anyone seeking a competent and caring lawyer.
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07 Apr, 2017 by Ann
Cameron has always been a hard-working and compassionate person. She treats all of her clients with respect and dedicates herself to her work.
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17 Oct, 2012 by Ryan
Robin handled our recent closing and was fantastic to work with. She was extremely knowledgeable and did a great job of explaining the entire transaction to us. She also went above and beyond to make sure that we were able to close on time, despite some delays beyond her control.
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21 Jul, 2011 by April
My real estate closing was handled by Robin V. Parrish in the most seamless, and stress-free transaction! Ms. Parrish and her firm (Hatch, Little & Bunn) were very responsive to answer any of my questions while guiding me through this process!
I will most definitely use Ms. Parrish in the future and have already recommended her to friends!
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03 Nov, 2013 by Omegasl
Just a personal note to say, "Thank you so much for the way you handled my case. You did an amazing and remarkable job, as I suspected you would after my initial consult with you!! After 6 years of pure hell!! I am so grateful to God and you that things are turning around in our life.
Thank you for "looking out" for us and making sure we are protected, and that I wasn't taken advantage of again.
I truly appreciate your professional skills, gifts and talents, and your kindness and compassion, as well. I felt like you were looking out for us... I have never seen a lawyer do that!
The compassion, care and strength that I received from you was so important to me. At no time did I ever feel as though I was just "another client", but an individual with individual needs. The patience and understanding I received by you lessened my stress level and allowed me to focus on the most important reason I was there... my son.
I am convinced without a doubt that I couldn't have ever done it alone. I will be forever in debt to you.
So, for those parents out there who are ready to make the most important decision in their life, and that is, to always put your child(ren)'s needs above your own, even when it cost you blood, sweat, tears, pain, heartache and gold! Your second most important decision now awaits you, and if you choose wisely, I assure you that you'll be in good hands with Mikael Gross. Give them a call, and never give up.
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28 Jun, 2013 by H.
Mr. Gross handled a tax issue for me. Dealing with the IRS can be intimidating, but Mr. Gross was reassuring and professional the entire time. He dealt with the matter in an expedient manner, and I was always kept in the loop. My questions were answered promptly and thoroughly. I will absolutely recommend him to anyone I know that needs a lawyer. He went above and beyond.
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01 Jun, 2015 by Diane
I have known Mike for many years.
He completed a house refinancing, found a great divorce lawyer for me and completed wills, advance living directives and refinancing for me and several friends. He is calm and always follows up.
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18 Oct, 2022 by Paul parker
What can I say? Good people.
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18 Oct, 2022 by Paul parker
What can I say? Good people.
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23 May, 2017 by Michael
I am a real estate broker and have been working with Wayne for over 14 years. He is personable and thorough without getting bogged down in the boiler plate fluff. He answers questions gladly and ensures the answers are understood. I use Wayne for closings whenever possible.
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20 Mar, 2014 by Anonymous
Highly recommend. Very professional, competent, things handled well, great advice. Have used him for 2 closing, one of which was a nightmare of an estate. Everything turned out well, minimum muss and fuss.
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01 Mar, 2018 by Charles
I am active duty military who has been stationed out of the country for the last 5 years. When I returned this past summer I had some issues with a property I had previously bought with my ex wife when we lived in North Carolina. I contacted Kenneth for help. He was incredibly knowledgeable and professional. He took time to research my issue and advise me. I am very happy with his services and cannot say enough nice things.
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03 Apr, 2015 by Carolyn
Trish Taylor provided me and my family excellent advice and assisted us in establishing a corporation and a trust, in addition to handling two real estate transactions for us. I would highly recommend her.
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04 Aug, 2009 by Anonymous
Very knowledgeable and provided a great service to me and my company
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31 Jan, 2019 by Anonymous
My experiences with this person are that he has consistently been steady, stable, kind, generous and an expert in his field of real estate. I am quite fond of this person and grateful for them. I really wish that there were many more lawyers like this person. This type of lawyer is very rare. The majority of the lawyers that I have personally dealt with behave very poorly.
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05 Feb, 2014 by Anonymous
Mr. Zaytoun was very thorough, persistent, professional, and successful with our case. We were always informed of the progress made. We would certainly call him again if needed.
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21 Apr, 2016 by Annette
I first called Michael from my elderly mother's hospital room. She experienced a horrific, on the job injury and was facing months of medical treatment and many more additional surgeries with a questionable outcome. He actually recommended I didn't need an attorney at that time as her needs were being met and it would not add value. Fast forward a year later and we are now in final settlement negotiations. We are overwhelmed with the process and felt we needed advice and counsel. He was generous with his time with me even though he knew we couldn't hire him because of conflict of interest issues. He provided invaluable information about the forms and filings we had ahead of us and referred us to an appropriate attorney to assist us. I will always remember is kind, compassionate and patient manner during a very difficult chapter in our family history.
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21 Jun, 2013 by Charles
Mr. McCall handled the closing of our house with excellence. His office kept us totally informed with all the details. Thank you!
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10 Jun, 2015 by Johnwarring
He was personable, listened to me and answered any questions I had. Seemed very knowledgeable. Very. Just yesterday he almost pulled off a literal miracle, but as things go, the state didn't know what they were talking about. He was also doing my case as a public defender (thank god). While waiting to hear from the DA, with her waiting to hear from the arresting officer, he would check on me ever 5-10 minutes. From my experience yesterday, he was terrific. It was a lock that I was about to do 120 days, and he someone almost got me off
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13 Oct, 2014 by Chuck
Have known Tom Worth for years. He has done work for me several times. He is very connected with city officials and always deals with them in appropriate ways to get my jobs done.....I can't recommend him enough
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10 Jul, 2010 by Christina powell
Excellent attorney with the hightest integrity! Knows the law!
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18 Oct, 2022 by Paul parker
What can I say? Good people.
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28 Oct, 2011 by Anonymous
I highly recommend Lewis as a respected lawyer in the area. Not only was he a pleasure to work with, Lewis went above and beyond to build a great relationship with both parties, which in turn, resolved issues in a timely manner.
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18 Oct, 2022 by Paul parker
What can I say? Good people.
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12 Aug, 2015 by Kyle
I've used this Law Firm on multiple occasions ranging from traffic mediation through Home Closings. Very quick and thorough with communication which I greatly appreciate.
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13 Sep, 2016 by Anonymous
I am a realtor and I have used Dustin for a couple different short-sales. He was amazing. He kept in constant communication, he is easy to work with and great for my clients. He is able to explain things in layman's terms. He even helped us save a very difficult deal by dealing with the bank and getting them to extend out the date just a little a longer to save the deal.
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02 Apr, 2024 by Karen fletcher
This law office goes above and beyond to make everything perfect
Thanks Thomas Layton for all you have done for me.
Karen Fletcher
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18 Oct, 2022 by Paul parker
What can I say? Good people.
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18 Oct, 2022 by Paul parker
What can I say? Good people.
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18 Apr, 2016 by Anonymous
Amber helped me with a settlement agreement. She made sure I had the information I needed to make an informed decision and, in the process, was incredibly kind, compassionate, and patient during a difficult situation.
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18 Oct, 2022 by Paul parker
What can I say? Good people.
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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?
Ensure the lawyer has experience in the type of real estate transaction or dispute you’re facing, whether residential, commercial, or development-related. -
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.
