For most people, purchasing or selling a home is the largest and most significant transaction they will make in their lifetime. In most states buying or selling real estate requires the assistance of an attorney to negotiate the contract of sale, review the title, clear the title when necessary, and represent your interest at the closing. It is essential that you retain an attorney who is experienced in Real Estate transactions to ensure that you are properly represented, that your rights protected, and the transaction proceeds smoothly. This website contains important information about purchasing and selling a home as well as a directory of New York Real Estate Closing Lawyers by County.

Most States, including New York require a purchaser or seller of real estate to be represented by a lawyer at the closing. Even where a lawyer is not required, it is always a good idea to seek the assistance of counsel to represent your interest at the closing and to ensure that the transaction proceeds smoothly. New York Real Estate Lawyers will help ensure that all appropriate procedures are followed in the acquisition and sale of the real estate, and that title passes correctly. New York Real Estate Closing Lawyers are licensed Attorneys familiar with New York State Law and the Local Laws that may impact the real estate transaction.

New York Real Estate Law encompasses the acquisition and sale of real estate, which refers to the land and any structures located on the property. New York Real Estate Lawyers prepare and review real estate contracts and purchase agreements as well as other documents related to the acquisition and sale of the property. They review mortgage documents, and documents related to title and transfer of the property. New York Real Estate Closing Lawyers attend the closing to ensure that the transfer of title is both legal and binding, that the purchaser receives clear title, and that the seller receives the agreed upon compensation. Real Estate Attorneys may also conduct title searches, write title policies, prepare HUD statements and transfer monies related to the purchase and sale of the real estate. When disputes arise, such as title problems, encroachments, breach of contract, and property line disputes, the Real Estate Lawyer is equipped to help resolve the problem.

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