All real estate transactions and acquisitions involve numerous legal complexities and require strict compliance with regulations to ensure that all parties involved are protected and that the transaction proceeds smoothly. Whether you are acquiring property for business growth, revenue generation, or personal use, adhering to federal, state, and local tax laws is necessary to avoid costly complications.
It is surprisingly easy to overlook critical legal details during a real estate transaction, highlighting the importance of working with an experienced real estate lawyer. Oversights during a real estate transaction can create future complications, potentially resulting in significant financial losses. If you are already faced with a dispute stemming from a real estate deal, having an experienced real estate attorney on your side is the key to a favorable resolution of the dispute.
Negotiating a real estate transaction without the guidance of an experienced Orlando real estate attorney exposes you to the risk of encountering legal challenges and financial pitfalls that could impact your business or family. In any real estate transaction, the best way to protect yourself and your financial investment is to be proactive.
At Legal Counsel, P.A., our experienced real estate attorneys are committed to helping you navigate the complex world of real estate law to ensure your best interests are protected. Our experienced real estate lawyers have the expertise, resources, and commitment necessary to guide you safely through even the most complex real estate transactions.
Contact us today for a free consultation to learn how we can help you. Call us at 407-982-4321 or fill in our contact form to get the experienced legal help you need with your Florida real estate transactions.
Experienced Commercial Real Estate Lawyers
Commercial real estate transactions typically require you to be aware of and compliant with numerous local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Whether you need assistance with a commercial foreclosure, purchase or lease agreement, or a development project, the experienced real estate attorneys at Legal Counsel will ensure that your financial and business interests are protected throughout the process.
Complex Commercial Foreclosures: If you are a lender intending to foreclose on commercial property, our foreclosure attorneys can guide you through the process. Because foreclosure can involve significant time and expense, we work to ensure you make informed decisions and explore cost-effective alternatives such as loan modifications.
Foreclosure Defense: Conversely, if you are facing foreclosure on a commercial property, our foreclosure lawyers can help you explore options like forbearance agreements, refinancing, or negotiating repayment terms. If foreclosure is inevitable, we will review your loan documents and defend your rights, ensuring the lender adheres to proper legal procedures and produces the legally required documentation to move forward with foreclosure.
Commercial Evictions: For landlords dealing with non-paying commercial tenants, including situations complicated by tenant bankruptcy filings, our commercial real estate lawyers can help protect your income and enforce your rights during the eviction process.
Condominium Development Representation: If you are planning a condominium project, our experienced real estate attorneys can help you navigate the complex steps involved in getting the project approved, including zoning compliance, legal documentation, and the creation of association by-laws. Whether developing mixed-use properties or converting residential units, our team ensures your project meets legal and regulatory standards.
Call the experienced Florida commercial real estate lawyers at Legal Counsel at 407-982-4321 or fill in our contact form to get the expert legal help you need with your commercial real estate transactions.
Skilled Real Estate Litigation Lawyers
Although most real estate transactions proceed smoothly, disputes can arise involving buyers, sellers, and other parties. When a dispute does occur, having a skilled real estate litigation lawyer on your side can make a significant difference. The experienced real estate lawyers at Legal Counsel, P.A. provide exceptional legal representation when a real estate deal encounters a variety of different types of disputes, including:
Evictions: If you are a landlord and a tenant fails to pay rent, violates a rental agreement, or stays after a lease ends, you must follow very specific eviction procedures to remain in compliance with the law. This includes serving formal notice, allowing the required waiting period, filing the eviction in court, serving a summons, and giving the tenant time to respond.
Ejectment Actions: If no landlord-tenant relationship exists, or there is a dispute regarding who owns title to the property, an ejectment action may be an alternative process you can use to remove a tenant from your property.
Unlawful Detainers: Used to remove squatters or non-paying tenants, such as friends or family members, an unlawful detainer action can procure a court order removing someone from your property.
Quiet Title Actions: Disputes over property ownership or unclear titles can be addressed through quiet title actions, which help resolve ambiguities and ensure a clean title, allowing you to safely sell or rent your property.
Tax Deed Issues: If failure to pay your property taxes has resulted in the threat of a tax sale, we may be able to help locate additional tax rebates or request special circumstances tax deferrals or abatements to prevent the loss of your property. If you are purchasing a tax deed property, we can ensure that you receive a clear title to the property.
Partition Actions: If you jointly own property with a family member, friend, or business partner and wish to divide ownership or prevent the division, we can represent your interests in a partition action.
Escrow Disputes: When a real estate transaction falls through, disputes over the money held in escrow frequently follow. If you are involved in an escrow dispute, our experienced real estate attorneys can protect your financial interests.
Call us today at 407-982-4321 or submit our contact form for a free consultation with an experienced Florida real estate lawyer.
Experienced Florida Residential Real Estate Lawyers
Whether you are purchasing your first home, investing in a second property, or selling your current home, having an experienced real estate attorney by your side is the key to a smooth and secure residential real estate transaction. From reviewing your purchase agreement to completing the closing, Legal Counsel experienced Florida residential real estate lawyers provide the legal expertise you need throughout all aspects of a residential real estate transaction, including:
Title Searches and Title Insurance: A problematic title can impact the value of your home or even threaten your ownership claim. We can conduct a thorough title search and assist you in securing title insurance to protect your financial investment.
Real Estate Closings: With all the documents changing hands, a real estate closing can be overwhelming. Rest assured, however, that the bank will protect its interests, and you should protect yours by having an experienced real estate closing lawyer by your side.
Purchase and Sales Agreements: Before you sign a contract to purchase property, you need to understand what you are signing. A real estate attorney can review your contract, explain your rights and responsibilities, and ensure that your interests are protected.
Quitclaim Deeds: Used to transfer a title without any title warranties, a Quitclaim deed can be a quick, simple way to transfer interest in real property; however, a Quitclaim deed may not be appropriate in your situation. An experience real estate lawyer can make sure you are taking the best action for your situation.
Power of Attorney: A Power of Attorney allows you to give a designated Agent the authority to act on your behalf during a real estate closing or other legal transaction. One of our real estate attorneys can draft or review your Power of Attorney to make sure it works as intended.
Lease Agreements: When renting residential real estate, you need a lease agreement to protect your legal rights and limit your liability. Because real estate law can differ by jurisdiction, it is in your best interest to have an experienced attorney draft your lease agreement.
Our Florida real estate lawyers have the experience, skill and knowledge you need to help handle all of your residential real estate transactions successfully. Call us today at 407-982-4321 or fill in our contact form to get the expert legal help you need.
Why Choose Legal Counsel as Your Real Estate Law Firm
Purchasing a home will likely be the most expensive, important purchase you make over the course of your lifetime. To safeguard your financial and emotional investment, it is wise to work with an experienced real estate attorney at Legal Counsel. From contract to closing, we will provide you with expert guidance and advice to ensure that your residential real estate transactions proceed smoothly and efficiently.
The team at Legal Counsel, P.A. has over two decades of experience, along with the resources and commitment necessary to protect you and your financial investment. You can trust our real estate lawyers to provide comprehensive legal representation throughout all phases of a Florida residential real estate transaction.
When choosing a real estate attorney, look no further than Legal Counsel, P.A.Call us today at 407-982-4321 or fill in our contact formfor a free consultation on your residential real estate transactions.