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20 Aug, 2024 by Catherine lynn
Dan Smyth is very professional, knowledgeable and caring. He walked me through the whole process and explained everything I needed to know in detail. He took his time and I was able to contact him whenever I needed. Dan went above and beyond and I felt he was truly genuine and honest. I would highly recommend him and his firm to my family and friends.
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01 Aug, 2024 by Chris jennings
Dan & his team were absolutely amazing. Couldn't have asked for better representation. The communication was great, they answered any questions or concerns I had. I felt that they actually cared about me as a person rather than just a client. In terms of my case, they blew my expectations away. Highly recommend !!!
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25 Jul, 2024 by A leoutsakos
Dan Smyth is an incredible person and lawyer. He is extremely knowledgeable of the law, but his commitment to his clients is what sets him apart. He helped me through a confusing and complicated time, and I felt better knowing Dan was there to help me every step of the way. I would highly recommend Sutton and Smyth.
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08 Jun, 2021 by Gabby
Allyson Lanahan was incredibly helpful to us while we were buying our house. She was extremely responsive to our emails and was always happy and eager to hop on a call when we had questions. From the day we found our house to the day of the closing Allyson was there every step of the way, guiding us through the months of paperwork and steps needed.
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31 Dec, 2020 by Jeffrey
We couldn't have asked for a more professional and helpful attorney. As first-time home buyers, my wife and I were stunned and overwhelmed by all of the legal steps and administrative hurdles involved in getting an accepted offer and then closing. Allyson guided us through each step and did a lot of hand-holding along the way. She was incredibly responsive - to calls, emails, texts, etc. - and was happy to answer even the most basic questions that came to mind. Even when we were slammed with work and unable to respond quickly to her inquiries, she managed to keep the ball rolling. Where she really shined, though, was during the actual closing. She was by far the most knowledgeable, professional, and well-prepared person in the room and her attention to detail (which my wife is particularly attuned to) was amazing. Buying a home is an emotional process, but it made SUCH a difference to have someone in our corner that we could trust 100% and that we truly enjoyed working with.
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03 Dec, 2020 by Joe
Allyson did an excellent job at stewarding us through the purchase of our first home. Along the way we faced challenges in navigating an extensive portfolio of COIs due to various extensions and renovations that had been conducted on the property by the sellers over a period of 20-30 years. In addition to explaining all of the contractual, title, closing and escrow considerations associated with the real estate transaction, Allyson helped us gain comfort with the legalities of all renovations and extensions on the property as well as the status of all permits. Allyson delivered significant value during the purchase of our home and I would recommend her to others.
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25 Apr, 2023 by Brigid
Leslie represented us for a very complicated sale of our Co-op. The Co-op's attorney is notoriously difficult, going radio silent for weeks and then popping up with a last-minute need. Leslie stayed on top of them and helped make sure we handled any needs immediately to prevent the process from being delayed any further. She helped mitigate the headaches of the process extremely well. There was even an 11th hour issue with the co-op's attorney not having any checks left at the time of our closing, and she worked with the buyer's attorney to resolve the issue without impacting us further.
I could not recommend her more highly and without any reservations. You will not be disappointed using Leslie and her office.
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10 Jan, 2023 by Barie
Leslie helped my husband and I with our closing and even afterward when we had continued issues with the seller. She was knowledgeable, friendly, patient, communicative, and went above and beyond after the closing to make sure all of the issues we had with the seller and seller’s attorney were resolved. My sister and her husband used her as well and were equally as impressed. I can’t recommend her enough and would absolutely use her again!!
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05 Mar, 2020 by Becky
Leslie helped us throughout the real estate purchase process, from offer through closing, and even post-closing. She added important provisions to our contract. She was also a guiding hand to us throughout the whole process. Our transaction involved title issues and she navigated all of them skillfully. Leslie was so thorough and helpful. We highly recommend her for any real property transactions in the Westchester area. Our transaction was successful as a direct result of all her hard work. She is the ideal real estate attorney.
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29 Dec, 2023 by Katherine sawicki
07 Jan, 2021 by Timothy wedeen
11 Aug, 2019 by Robert l. fellows (rob)
Consummate expertise in the niche arena of attorney misconduct and professional discipline. No better choice.
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01 Aug, 2017 by Anonymous
John Pettiness is a great attorney, not only is he a great attorney he truly cares about his clients and their case. When I first meet Mr. Pettiness I saw in His eyes that he cared. I was really afraid I never in my life have been arrested before didn't know what to expect but John was there for me not only as an attorney but a psychologist and a dear friend. This case was huge I had an altercation with an NYPD Detective I knew my life and my family's life could have been destroyed if I was found guilty but Mr. Pettiness kept fighting for me and my family and wouldn't take No!! for an answer when I wanted to give up and had no more fight in me . I saw the fire in his eyes to keep pushing and A year and a few months later my case was threw out. My family is truly grateful for Mr. Pettiness. If you are looking for Justice in your Criminal case Call John Pettiness . He will fight to the end.
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25 Apr, 2012 by Tim
Great Experience, Great Outcome - Fought for my case and did not settle until I received the positive outcome John promised,
John was there to council me and advise me on my case. He gave me a full layout of the possible positive and negative outcomes I could face (without scarring me to death.) He then offered his opinion based on his extensive understanding of the court system of what he expects to happen.
As for trustworthyness, I think the fact that he made aware of the retainer cost, what it covers and after extensive hearings, he stayed tru to the original retainer amount and got the result he initially envisioned. So in other word, There was no discrepency, additional charges or misunderstandings - I got exactly what I paid for and more.
I referred John to someone who was facing a more serious crime. I reached out to him at 10:00pm on a Tuesday. He was at the courthouse by mid-night to council the person in need, was there the next day an next day until he got released. His charges were originally very serious, but John was able to reduce the charges to a very ideal and minor charge.
Bottom line is John is a man of his word, with a proven track record.
HIghy recommended.
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26 Jul, 2022 by Jess
Nick was my attorney me through the purchase process of my very first New York City apartment! The process took about 5 months, and we had to navigate a lot of ups and downs and curveballs. Throughout it all Nick successfully advocated for me and represented me in all situations. We had a few issues with the sellers, but thankfully I was able to rely on Nick, and we were successful in overcoming those issues due to Nick’s perseverance and advocacy. I highly recommend Nick’s services as an attorney!
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29 Apr, 2022 by Anonymous
Attorney Gross was excellent. He helped me tremendously with my the sale and purchase of my house and was up front about everything.
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22 Sep, 2016 by Jillian
the furthest thing from my mind was having to use a lawyer!, how ever there is a first time for everything, My Land Lord was giving me such a issue, regarding fixing things in my apartment. worst part , I was getting sick often and couldn't figure out why?! I contacted Mr. Iannace because my landlord was harassing me and calling my place of employment for withholding rent which was due to unfixed things in the apartment. I had so many questions, Concerns. Mr Iannace answered all of my questions, went over what my best options were as far as the harassment went. None of my phone calls or emails went unanswered! I felt at ease for a time period that I thought I would crack under pressure. Mr Iannace is the absolute best
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17 Feb, 2016 by Mike
used him for a real estate deal. He was fast, knowledgeable, and resolved all problems that arose efficiently. Better than my prior lawyer. I would recommend him highly.
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11 Oct, 2014 by Anonymous
John is an amazing attorney he and his son represented my child in a criminal proceeding with highley favorable results considering the mess he got himself into.For john it wasnt about the money it was about helping his client and giving it his all he went above and beyond he became more then just an attorney he became like family I thank god for him and his son they gave a child a second chance at life.
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10 Jun, 2015 by Judy
Was very helpful with my real estate transaction. Highly recommended.
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22 Mar, 2024 by Patricia pasquale
The best!
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04 Nov, 2022 by Luis terrero
16 Oct, 2020 by Kavitha srinivas
I cannot recommend her enough. She is the best advocate for you, prompt, responsive, amazing!!!
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22 Mar, 2024 by Patricia pasquale
The best!
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04 Nov, 2022 by Luis terrero
16 Oct, 2020 by Kavitha srinivas
I cannot recommend her enough. She is the best advocate for you, prompt, responsive, amazing!!!
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22 Mar, 2024 by Patricia pasquale
The best!
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04 Nov, 2022 by Luis terrero
16 Oct, 2020 by Kavitha srinivas
I cannot recommend her enough. She is the best advocate for you, prompt, responsive, amazing!!!
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20 Aug, 2024 by Catherine lynn
Dan Smyth is very professional, knowledgeable and caring. He walked me through the whole process and explained everything I needed to know in detail. He took his time and I was able to contact him whenever I needed. Dan went above and beyond and I felt he was truly genuine and honest. I would highly recommend him and his firm to my family and friends.
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01 Aug, 2024 by Chris jennings
Dan & his team were absolutely amazing. Couldn't have asked for better representation. The communication was great, they answered any questions or concerns I had. I felt that they actually cared about me as a person rather than just a client. In terms of my case, they blew my expectations away. Highly recommend !!!
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25 Jul, 2024 by A leoutsakos
Dan Smyth is an incredible person and lawyer. He is extremely knowledgeable of the law, but his commitment to his clients is what sets him apart. He helped me through a confusing and complicated time, and I felt better knowing Dan was there to help me every step of the way. I would highly recommend Sutton and Smyth.
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20 Apr, 2023 by Candy
Marcia Murphy Biondo is experienced and professional. She prepped me for just in case purposes and she beat my case in less than 5mins. She’s attentive and aware of the law. She represented me and I didn’t even have to speak. Would hire her everytime!
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09 Apr, 2023 by Kerry
Marcia came recommended by a good friend and I could not recommend her more. She followed up diligently on my case for almost 5 years with success. I'm about to hire her again!
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08 Mar, 2023 by Thierno
Mrs. Marcia Murphy Biondo did very well with my traffic tickets cases. Che is a great attorney, helpful, knowledgeable person. She is a great assistant, I recommend her to everyone who needs attorney.
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14 Mar, 2024 by Charles hechel
Kirby Aisner & Curley LLP is home of results, integrity, honesty, efficient and extremely knowledgeable. very highly recommended. always will put the clients interest first, its a pleasure working with them.
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08 Dec, 2023 by D heimann
Best intentions gone bad. When I became the victim of wire fraud (pig butchering, FBI) amid my filing, this firm worried more about how it looked to the judge than standing for me in a way that evoked support and a solution. My nightmare continues after two years with no certain outcome and so much loss.
My billing was just shy of six figures. A true let down.
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20 Mar, 2016 by Anonymous
She did an excellent job representing me in a real estate sale.
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01 Jun, 2015 by Anonymous
Mr. Jones recently handled my divorce. He did an outstanding job and made sure I had secured all of the assets that I wanted. He was extremely professional throughout the whole process, recognizing that I was going through a difficult situation and made sure that in the end I came out in the best possible financial situation. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for the services that he offers.
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22 Feb, 2014 by Anonymous
Mr. Jones represented me in my divorce. He dragged the divorce on for two years to benitfit financially. He did not look into my ex- husbands assets and there for years later I found out my husband has a pension that was not claimed. This information was sitting in boxes that wete in Mr. Jones office. Mr. Jones submitted papers to the court that I had signed asking him to add and change some facts. He did not change this pappers and I lost my retirement because of it. He was condesending in his attitude towards me. I found MR. Jones at a group that was suspose to help people and found out later he was kick out of this group because he had hurt other woman in the same manner.
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14 Mar, 2024 by Charles hechel
Kirby Aisner & Curley LLP is home of results, integrity, honesty, efficient and extremely knowledgeable. very highly recommended. always will put the clients interest first, its a pleasure working with them.
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08 Dec, 2023 by D heimann
Best intentions gone bad. When I became the victim of wire fraud (pig butchering, FBI) amid my filing, this firm worried more about how it looked to the judge than standing for me in a way that evoked support and a solution. My nightmare continues after two years with no certain outcome and so much loss.
My billing was just shy of six figures. A true let down.
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14 Mar, 2024 by Charles hechel
Kirby Aisner & Curley LLP is home of results, integrity, honesty, efficient and extremely knowledgeable. very highly recommended. always will put the clients interest first, its a pleasure working with them.
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08 Dec, 2023 by D heimann
Best intentions gone bad. When I became the victim of wire fraud (pig butchering, FBI) amid my filing, this firm worried more about how it looked to the judge than standing for me in a way that evoked support and a solution. My nightmare continues after two years with no certain outcome and so much loss.
My billing was just shy of six figures. A true let down.
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21 Jul, 2013 by Anonymous
Mr. Barotz handled the closing on our home. After closing, we discovered that our house was not a single family home, that we had a residential mortgage on a commercial dwelling, that because of it's class b status listed on the title report we could not renovate and live in the house. In deposition testimony he admits that he saw the Class B on the title report and took us to closing anyway.
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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.
