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16 Sep, 2024 by S a
This firm is absolutely incompetent, in particular Mark Swan who has made multiple excuses as to why the work we hired him to do a year ago hasn't been completed. I would strongly recommend anyone considering hiring this firm to look elsewhere.
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09 May, 2024 by Migillicuty max
CORRUPT
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1. Having or showing a willingness to act dishonestly in return for money or personal gain.
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10 Apr, 2024 by Rob miller
This law firm was hired to reach out to me for mistakes they made during etc filings as my accountant sent them instructions on what the company needed to to to fix the situation all they keep doing is sending me nasty e mails as the company the filed etc for me did it wrong and will not fix what they had done they are demanding payment for wrong doing . Seems they do not see where there clients are in the wrong and need to fix the situation I have asked for all files they had and still not gotten them and no one has even tried to fixed what was filed wrong
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16 Sep, 2024 by S a
This firm is absolutely incompetent, in particular Mark Swan who has made multiple excuses as to why the work we hired him to do a year ago hasn't been completed. I would strongly recommend anyone considering hiring this firm to look elsewhere.
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09 May, 2024 by Migillicuty max
CORRUPT
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1. Having or showing a willingness to act dishonestly in return for money or personal gain.
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10 Apr, 2024 by Rob miller
This law firm was hired to reach out to me for mistakes they made during etc filings as my accountant sent them instructions on what the company needed to to to fix the situation all they keep doing is sending me nasty e mails as the company the filed etc for me did it wrong and will not fix what they had done they are demanding payment for wrong doing . Seems they do not see where there clients are in the wrong and need to fix the situation I have asked for all files they had and still not gotten them and no one has even tried to fixed what was filed wrong
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07 Sep, 2024 by Anonymous
Allowed an unlicensed electrician turn a $1500 lien into $250k in legal fees. Unbelievable that some unlicensed contractors go to jail yet ours was protected by our attorney (a law maker who oversees DOPL) but doesn’t understand the statutory bar that was supposed to protect us. The appeals court agrees Todd invites error-keep him off your case!
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15 Feb, 2024 by Chelsey feldman
I worked with Kevin Tanner through my employer's legal insurance program. I reached out to him for a consultation on a car accident settlement with an insurance company. In just 30 minutes, he gave me valuable advice that enabled me me settle the claim for a very fair payment from the insurance company. He was also very honest in his recommendations and did not try to upsell me on expensive services I didn't need for my situation.
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20 Dec, 2023 by Christian knighton
Attorney Karra Porter said she would send a gramma request to get a 911 call and other police records for our family. After a month or two I called back to follow up and her paralegal stated that they had forgot to do it due to a family emergency but that they would definitely still do it. After another month or so I called back to see if there were any updates and was not called back. Over a period of close to 4-6 months they have not returned my phone calls or voicemails. At one point the receptionist told me that Karra would call me back the next day and she did not. If they were not interested or willing to look into this I would have found another attorney. But both Karra and her paralegal said they would do this for me and they did not; or if they have done it they have not given me any updates. Due to this delay we have now passed the 1 year mark of my family member’s passing and may not be able to hold the city accountable if there was in fact any neglect of duty. I believed that Karra was sincere in her willingness to help out my family but due to either her failure to act or failure to inform us of any actions taken, she has done our family more harm than if she would have simply declined.
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12 Nov, 2019 by Ryan helms
They wont help if its too hard for them
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10 Jun, 2019 by Daniel ashmore
29 May, 2018 by Ilma dizdarevic
Sean and his team kept a consistent line of communication and made me feel comfortable through the duration of my case. He went out of his way to make me feel like my case and concerns were important and kept me informed of everything that was going on. I felt like he was reliable and I would definitely recommend Utah Freedom Fighters to anyone who needs legal assistance. Thanks!!
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12 Nov, 2019 by Ryan helms
They wont help if its too hard for them
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10 Jun, 2019 by Daniel ashmore
29 May, 2018 by Ilma dizdarevic
Sean and his team kept a consistent line of communication and made me feel comfortable through the duration of my case. He went out of his way to make me feel like my case and concerns were important and kept me informed of everything that was going on. I felt like he was reliable and I would definitely recommend Utah Freedom Fighters to anyone who needs legal assistance. Thanks!!
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13 Jan, 2024 by Scott sticklen
31 Oct, 2023 by Sebastian delgado
14 Jul, 2023 by Glenn jaspering
It's been 8 months to do a simple immigration request. As of today it hasn't been sent. I have called and called and no return call from Scott. I paid up front hoping that would expedite my case. Do not retain this firm.
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13 Jan, 2024 by Scott sticklen
31 Oct, 2023 by Sebastian delgado
14 Jul, 2023 by Glenn jaspering
It's been 8 months to do a simple immigration request. As of today it hasn't been sent. I have called and called and no return call from Scott. I paid up front hoping that would expedite my case. Do not retain this firm.
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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01 May, 2024 by Britt herman
24 Apr, 2024 by Brie sesso
24 Apr, 2024 by Kenna orgill
We used Kirton McConkie to finalize two adoptions, and they were excellent! Larry Jenkins and Kelly Land are kind, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Both experiences went quickly and smoothly, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice!
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08 May, 2023 by Autumn
During a custody case, I needed him to help me file paperwork and get things going. He was terrible at communication, I had to call every day multiple times a day just to get a response. I had to call the court on numerous occasions to figure out what was going on in my case. After one phone call with the court, I found out that he made a mistake on the paperwork and had to refile but he never did. This was back in February it is now May and still hasn't been filed. I was told that they would be closing the case shortly if there was no action done by the attorney. I am severely disappointed as I had to pay the fees upfront and now I am essentially ghosted. I am a struggling single mom and I am not happy with him at all. He should just stick to estates and not do family law at all.
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31 Aug, 2020 by Anonymous
I hired him in November 2018 To get some clarity on some divorce decree issues. He bid the case at under $2500 and estimated it would take 2 or 3 months. 15 months later and after nearly $10K I fired him. Thru this process he was was unable or unwilling to have things happen that he promised. His billing was random in timing. I handled the case pro se and had it settled in 6-7 months. I would never hire him again. Complete waste of money and would not recommend him to anyone. Completely dissatisfied client
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11 Sep, 2019 by Anonymous
Used his firm for an adoption case and it was a nightmare. From the beginning he was horrible at sticking to timetables and keeping us updated. With it being a family law case and one that was highly sensitive anyway, there was not a lot of understanding on his part for that. He never bothered to even remember the children's names, or my last name for that matter. There was always misspellings, mistakes, etc. My biggest problem with was him keeping his word, filing correct documents and keeping us informed. We had better luck getting updates from the court house and eventually went with another firm that did the job he swore wasn't possible.
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08 Sep, 2022 by Ruben
Sara represented us in a boundary dispute with a neighboring HOA. She was thorough, sensitive to the stress a lawsuit caused us, was incredibly up to date on the latest applicable laws and zealously represented our interests. We were very happy with the outcome and could not have done it without here. Highly recommend her.
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21 Jan, 2019 by Danielle
She represented us for over seven months. She intentionally keep legal information from us such as when the opposite party failed to file the reply counter claim. Instead of to act on her clients request and clients' best interest to end the disputes, she lied to the court, filed the proceeding extension requested motion without our knowledge and approval to prolong the case to benefit herself finically, and on behalf of opposite party. She is an unethical and unprofessional lawyer!
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01 May, 2017 by Sk
On April 13, 2015, I retained Russell A. Cline of Crippen & Cline to handle a case in US Federal District Court. Sometime later, Mr. Cline prepared a Representation Contract in which he promised to represent me in both the US District Court and 10th Circuit Court and then again in US District Court. On September 29, 2015, Mr. Cline attended a hearing and argued the July 2005 statute of limitations clock reset date. The judge ordered additional briefings by both parties. Mr. Cline was to argue the July 2005 date and the October 2005 reset date per the order of the court. Mr. Cline failed to argue the July 2005 reset date which was the crux of my case. Due to his failure to argue the proper statute of limitations date in the District Court, I lost the case. I filed an appeal in the 10th Circuit Court. Mr. Cline then immediately commenced arguing the correct date of July 2005 which caused that appeal to fail since no "new evidence" could be presented on appeal. Mr. Cline then turned tail and ran after the 10th Circuit instead of doing as the Representation Contract stated that he would handle the case back in District Court after the 10th Circuit. Mr. Cline would file documents in both courts without proof reading them and would get dates and other items wrong. I would review the filed documents and he would have to file an amended pleading. Very sloppy work plus he failed to honor his end of our contract and is in breach of contract. To date, I have paid Russell A. Cline, Esq. of Crippen & Cline, $10,000.00. I cannot recommend Mr. Cline or Crippen and Cline to anyone.
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12 Nov, 2014 by Nancy
Mr. Cline has felt more like a friend than an attorney, but in a very professional way. I grew up with a lot of respect for the Study of Law, because my father and grandfathers were attorneys, of the highest order. They truly loved to help people through the law, and Mr. Cline has proved his is of the highest caliber over a long case we hired him for. Mr. Cline was patient, persistent, and responsive after we could finally get a Trial set. After 1 1/2 years of the Defendants trying to avoid or drag out the case, hoping we would give up, we finally saw Mr. Cline in a court situation. The best part, is that we WON everything we had asked for, even though there was the loss of the use of our property in that time. We are happy to give him the highest marks!
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27 Aug, 2016 by Leslie
Our homeowners association hired Curtis as general counsel to help us (the board) with several issues, including rewriting our old, outdated CC&Rs and bylaws. He knows every bit of the laws that apply to our HOA and the new documents are excellent. We couldn't have asked for better work. After using attorneys for years that don't specialize in HOA law (because we didn't know any better), we can't believe the difference. It's so much more efficient, helpful and valuable using an attorney that knows this area of the law so well. Thanks!
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21 Apr, 2015 by Anonymous
Hired Curtis to represent me in court. He was unable to express himself, allowed many obvious lies told be the opposing party to go unquestioned and assured me that there was no legal liability in the contract under dispute. Did very little preparation, likely none, for the court appearance, and thus lost the case. Lacks eloquence and persuasiveness, both of which can be verified on your first meeting with him. Find someone else.
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20 Sep, 2024 by Nicholas heaton
18 Jun, 2024 by Isaac pratte
06 May, 2024 by Danny
Trevor Fugate took over my divorce case after my previous lawyer, whom I'd only worked with for a couple weeks, left the practice for another firm. He caught up quickly with the particulars of my case, was great at responding to my emails, and explained everything going on clearly. He was also quite personable and easy to chat with for the five to six hours we were together in mediation. And last but not least, when my soon-to-be-ex-husband's lawyer kept (repeatedly) dropping the ball and stalling progress on the case, Trevor took it upon himself to do the other lawyer's job for him, pro bono, and push my divorce through the court. Great guy all around.
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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.
