Real Estate Transactions & Litigation
The laws and regulations affecting real estate transactions and/or litigation are complex and often misinterpreted. In addition to the ever changing state, federal, and local regulations overseeing real estate, each jurisdiction and region of Florida has subtle customs, nuisances, and standards. As the rules and requirements change, the risks surrounding transactions and litigation also compound. Fortunately, our attorneys can assist you in preparing commercial and residential real estate contracts and leases, as well as performing closings and title work. Click here to contact a real estate attorney regarding your situation.
Our firm routinely represents property interest in real estate litigation. Our team of professionals will work to ensure your interests are secured. If you are buying or selling a home or negotiating the sale or purchase of a piece of commercial property, we can assist you with the following areas of real estate law:Quite Title Actions Foreclosures Community Assoc. Law Contract Preparation Easement & Boundary Disputes Land Development Landlord Tenant Mortgages and Foreclosures Purchase and Sale Closings Title Examination & Insurance Condominiums and Conversions
A. Litigation
Too often our firm speaks with individuals who need assistance in litigation, who have made things worse in an effort to represent themselves. When neighbors, businesses, or local government use property in a manor which interferes with the use adjoining property owners, such conflicts can result in litigation. An enthusiastic couple moving into their new home may find that their dream house is actually a money pit. What was once a quiet community can quickly transform. As a property owner, you are entitled to the quite enjoyment of your land, and to use your property accordingly. Our firm has handled numerous cases regarding the subject matter below related to real estate litigation:
| Foreclosures Easements Boundary Disputes Eminent Domain Quiet Title Action Homeowners’ Association Landlord Tenant Issue Evictions Warranties & Disclosures Trespass Attractive Nuisance Property Tax Assessments |
B. Closings and Title Insurance
Florida Real Estate Closing Attorney
Our real estate team has a
comprehensive understanding of real estate title laws and work with our clients
to develop their own understanding. We assist clients in achieving successful
results by organizing all necessary documents, initiating appropriate due
diligence and title searches, representing parties at closings, resolving
contract disputes, and developing trust with those who seek professional
expertise. We presently use the THE ATTORNEYS' TITLE INSURANCE to provide all
background underwriting of titles. Attorneys' Title Insurance Fund, Inc. (The
Fund), our business is to preserve and facilitate the real estate practices of
our 6,000 member attorneys in their protection of the public.
The Fund supports the needs and promotes the success of attorneys' real estate
practices by providing valuable, relevant, and timely information, as well as
innovative products and services that allow attorneys to conduct transactions
electronically, easily, and efficiently. This translates into reduced costs and
time for you the property owner. The Fund is the largest single title insurance
underwriter and title information provider in the state of Florida. Our real estate team has a
comprehensive understanding of real estate title laws and work with our clients
to develop their own understanding. We assist clients in achieving successful
results by organizing all necessary documents, initiating appropriate due
diligence and title searches, representing parties at closings, resolving contract
disputes, and developing trust with those who seek professional expertise. We
presently use the THE ATTORNEYS' TITLE INSURANCE to provide all background
underwriting of titles. Attorneys' Title Insurance Fund, Inc. (The Fund), our
business is to preserve and facilitate the real estate practices of our 6,000
member attorneys in their protection of the public.
Residential Real Estate Closings Commercial Real Estate Closings For Sale by Owner Closings Title Insurance Title Claims | Contract Preparation and Negotiation Breach of Contract Claims Title Searches Quiet Title Actions Title Defects |
C. Real Estate Development
We also represent real estate developers in their
initial acquisition of property, and in their development of associations and restrictive covenants. After the development has been completed, our firm represents boards of directors for homeowners’ and condominium associations. We assist clients with the following matters:
Analysis and Review of Restrictive Covenants; Preparation of Declaration of Covenants; Condominium Association; Drafting of Association Bylaws, Rules, and Regulations; Association Articles of Incorporation; Applying for Variances or Rezoning; and Impact Reviews.