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You May Not Require a Real Estate Attorney, But…

The reality is that you don’t need to hire an attorney in Pennsylvania to buy, sell, or lease a commercial or residential property. But having a real estate attorney on hand can help avoid major issues down the road.

A good real estate attorney can help represent you whether you’re a buyer, seller, landlord, tenant, developer, property manager, or even a municipality. 

Our real estate law firm is one of the best in this area. Real estate is a core practice area. We’ve helped clients with real property transactions in Philadelphia and the greater Philadelphia area including Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, and Delaware counties. 

Your Rights as Buyer or Seller

If you’re a seller, you have the right to have a real estate attorney review the listing agreement and sales agreement. You should also be aware that you may liable for the actions of your real estate agent.

If you’re a buyer looking to buy a home or lease a property, you have the right to have an attorney review the sales agreement and represent you during settlement. As a buyer, you should keep in mind the seller’s agent will look out for his or her client and not your best interests.

How a Real Estate Attorney Can Help

Having expert legal counsel during any kind of transaction just makes sense. An attorney can help sort out all the legal documents to give you greater peace of mind. Here are some ways a real estate lawyer can protect your interests.

Contracts: A real estate attorney will ensure the contract adheres to state laws. He or she can also look into potential issues relating to eminent domain or code compliance as well any language in the contract that may be problematic.

Title Searches: A title search protects you from any potential liens or judgments against the property. Equally important, it ensures that the seller actually has the right to sell the property. If the search presents potential concerns, a real estate lawyer can provide insight into a course of action better than a title company. He or she might also be able to negotiate a better deal owing to the issue.

Property Transfer: If the real estate transaction involves a corporation, trust, partnership, or joint venture, the contract will be more involved. A real estate attorney can make sure the contract adheres to state requirements. 

Filing: Any real estate transaction must be filed at county and state levels. An attorney will be able to uncover any regulations that may impact your transaction like preservation issues. They’ll also help avoid income or estate taxes along with any building restrictions that could lead to fines or losing the property.

Discrimination: Sometimes buyers or sellers confront discrimination during the buying process. A real estate attorney can help address such an issue.

 

You May Not Require a Real Estate Attorney, But…

The reality is that you don’t need to hire an attorney in Pennsylvania to buy, sell, or lease a commercial or residential property. But having a real estate attorney on hand can help avoid major issues down the road.

A good real estate attorney can help represent you whether you’re a buyer, seller, landlord, tenant, developer, property manager, or even a municipality. 

Our real estate law firm is one of the best in this area. Real estate is a core practice area. We’ve helped clients with real property transactions in Philadelphia and the greater Philadelphia area including Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, and Delaware counties. 

Your Rights as Buyer or Seller

If you’re a seller, you have the right to have a real estate attorney review the listing agreement and sales agreement. You should also be aware that you may liable for the actions of your real estate agent.

If you’re a buyer looking to buy a home or lease a property, you have the right to have an attorney review the sales agreement and represent you during settlement. As a buyer, you should keep in mind the seller’s agent will look out for his or her client and not your best interests.

How a Real Estate Attorney Can Help

Having expert legal counsel during any kind of transaction just makes sense. An attorney can help sort out all the legal documents to give you greater peace of mind. Here are some ways a real estate lawyer can protect your interests.

Contracts: A real estate attorney will ensure the contract adheres to state laws. He or she can also look into potential issues relating to eminent domain or code compliance as well any language in the contract that may be problematic.

Title Searches: A title search protects you from any potential liens or judgments against the property. Equally important, it ensures that the seller actually has the right to sell the property. If the search presents potential concerns, a real estate lawyer can provide insight into a course of action better than a title company. He or she might also be able to negotiate a better deal owing to the issue.

Property Transfer: If the real estate transaction involves a corporation, trust, partnership, or joint venture, the contract will be more involved. A real estate attorney can make sure the contract adheres to state requirements. 

Filing: Any real estate transaction must be filed at county and state levels. An attorney will be able to uncover any regulations that may impact your transaction like preservation issues. They’ll also help avoid income or estate taxes along with any building restrictions that could lead to fines or losing the property.

Discrimination: Sometimes buyers or sellers confront discrimination during the buying process. A real estate attorney can help address such an issue.

Our Law Firm Works at the Community and State Levels

Owing to our expertise, our real estate lawyers have been involved with real estate legal changes at the community and state levels. They’ve also advised municipalities on zoning and land use issues.

Our legal services associated with real estate are comprehensive. They cover an array of commercial and real estate transactions including:

 
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Work with Experienced Real Estate Attorneys Near You

Even though you’re under no requirement to have an attorney on hand, it makes sense to have appropriate legal representation to avoid potential issues with a real estate transaction. Our real estate attorneys are well versed in local codes and state laws to guard your transaction.

Whether you’re a buyer or a seller, give our Doylestown or Norristown law offices a call to make sure your deal meets all the legal requirements.

You can also check out our real estate blogs for more insights into Pennsylvania’s real estate laws and how they can impact you. If you have additional questions, just give our law firm a call.

 

Real Estate Attorneys

David J. Brooman

David J. Brooman
David J. Brooman has more than three decades experience in environmental law, zoning and land use development, and environmental litigation.
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Kevin Cornish

Kevin Cornish
Kevin Cornish focuses his practice on commercial, civil, and contract & business litigation.  His clients include individuals as well as local, regional, and national businesses.
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Mark R. Fischer Jr.

Mark R. Fischer Jr.
Mark Fischer is a partner in the firm’s litigation department. He focuses his practice primarily on representing businesses in breach of contract, payment collection, construction defect, and consumer protection disputes throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
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Arnold Heller

Arnold Heller
Real Estate Attorney Arnold Heller has a lifetime of experience in the area of real estate transactional law and land development law. He advises healthcare providers, condominium and planned community developers, and affordable housing developers.
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Gilbert P. High Jr.

Gilbert P. High Jr.
Gilbert P. High, Jr. has devoted his career primarily to the practice of Municipal and Real Estate and Land Use Law.
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William F. Kerr, Jr.

William F. Kerr, Jr.
William F. Kerr, Jr. has a breadth of experience in Philadelphia and eastern Pennsylvania including Montgomery County, Bucks County, Delaware County, Berks County, and Chester County in real estate law, focusing on land use, land development and zoning.
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Donald Petrille, Jr.

Donald Petrille, Jr.
Donald Petrille, Jr. primarily represents businesses and their shareholders as they wrestle with complex issues in today’s ever-changing legal environment.
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Thomas D. Rees

Thomas D. Rees
Thomas D. Rees heads the firm’s Litigation, Employment Law and Education Law Practices. He focuses his practice primarily on employment and labor law and private education law.
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Stephen M. Zaffuto

Stephen M. Zaffuto
Stephen Zaffuto concentrates his practice on real estate law, environmental law, and business and commercial law. He has successfully represented clients in tax assessment and exemption appeals for commercial and residential properties.
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Real Estate Law Blog

What Can Landlords Collect During the Eviction Moratorium, and What Can They Obtain After it Expires?

October 23, 2020 No Comments

Landlords are eager to collect unpaid rent and repossess their property, but with the CDC’s eviction moratorium in place, what can landlords collect, and when?

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Boundary Disputes in Pennsylvania

October 13, 2020 No Comments

Boundary disputes between neighbors and their properties are nothing new, and are probably just about as old as the concept of privately-owned real estate. Disputes

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Should I form a Real Estate LLC when buying a rental property?

August 25, 2020 No Comments

So you want to invest in real estate, possibly buying one or more rental properties, but are not certain if you should buy them in

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2021 *Updated* Real Estate Tax Appeal Deadlines in Southeastern Pennsylvania

July 13, 2020 No Comments

Tax appeal deadlines are approaching for the filing of tax appeals throughout Pennsylvania. Make sure you know when your appeal must be submitted to be

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Stormwater Fees in PA – What You Need to Know

June 29, 2020 No Comments

Property Owners in PA looking to challenge their stormwater fees need to understand the requirements regarding how they are structured and assessed. If you’ve read

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PA Commercial Property Owners: Should You Consider Appealing Your Property Tax Assessments During the Coronavirus Pandemic?

May 15, 2020 No Comments

May 2020 marks the second month where lost business revenues, unpaid rent and tenant expense reimbursement could have a significant impact on landlords and owners

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Real Estate Law News

COVID-19 Vaccine Registration Links for Southeastern PA and NJ Residents

January 22, 2021 No Comments

Listed are web links to Southeastern PA and New Jersey Covid-19 vaccine pre-registration and registration for local residents. Please note we are not affiliated with

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How to Access the Digital Assets, logins, and passwords of Someone who Has Died

January 22, 2021 No Comments

Accessing the digital assets of a loved one after they have passed can be difficult. Below are some tips to make it easier for everyone.

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Traveling Abroad with Children When You Share Custody Raises Specific Questions During the Pandemic

January 16, 2021 No Comments

Many Pennsylvanians are getting the itch to travel abroad, even as the pandemic surges. For parents who are separated, this can present several unique challenges.

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Denied Social Security Disability Benefits? Here are your options.

January 10, 2021 No Comments

Being denied disability benefits is frustrating, especially during the pandemic. Where to start? How long will it take? You have 3 options moving forward. If

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