Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Thervo.
How much does a real estate lawyer cost?
A real estate lawyer costs$200 to $400 per hour on average. High-rated, in-demand lawyers may charge more. Your total cost depends on your location, the details of your case, and the lawyer's skills and experience. Some real estate lawyers charge a $500 to $2,000fixed rate for certain services like standard home closings, but the most common fee structure is hourly due to the varying complexities of each case.
What does a real estate lawyer do?
A real estate lawyer, or real estate attorney, is a professional licensed to practice real estate law in his or her state. This can include consulting, advising, and representing you in a real estate transaction, as well as drawing up and reviewing any related legal documentation. Real estate law involves anything to land ownership and real estate transactions, including:
Property closings (buying or selling a home)
Landlord-tenant disputes
Foreclosures
Estate planning
Property zoning
Title or surveyor disputes
Every state has its own bar exam and licensing requirements due to the varying law requirements of each state.
When do I need a real estate lawyer?
Depending on where you live, you may need a real estate lawyer to buy a house. Some states require a real estate attorney to be present at property closings. Some mortgage lenders may require a real estate lawyer to draft and review all the necessary documents for purchasing or selling a home.
Even if your state or lender does not require a real estate lawyer, you may want to hire one for your own peace of mind to ensure the transaction goes smoothly and that you have an expert involved if there are any complications.
How do I find the best real estate lawyer near me?
Buying or selling a home can be a complex process and always involves a lot of legal terminology. Follow these guidelines to help you choose a real estate lawyer with the experience and expertise to ensure your real estate transaction goes as smoothly as possible:
Ask for referrals from trusted friends or family.
Check out their reviews on Thervo and Google.
Look for a lawyer who specializes in the specific area of real estate you need.
Confirm their credentials and state licensing information.
Confirm their office location is convenient for you.
Ask about costs up front and confirm their fee structure and billing process.
Have a conversation with them before hiring to make sure your personalities don't clash.
Review all contract terms before signing anything.
What questions should I ask when hiring a real estate lawyer?
Consider asking these questions to help you choose the best real estate lawyer near you:
How long have you been a real estate attorney?
Can I see your license, or can you provide your license number?
Is your entire practice devoted to real estate cases?
What states do you practice in?
Have you worked on cases similar to mine?
What potential issues do you see with my case?
Do you have both general liability insurance and errors and omissions insurance?
What is your preferred method of communication?
Will I have access to all my documents?
What is your current availability?
Do you travel or do I need to come to your office?
What is your fee structure?
What is your billing process?
Can you give me an estimate?
Who will be working on my case?
Reviews for Mount Vernon real estate lawyers
Recent success stories from people in the Mount Vernon area.
Christina B.
He was very informative and punctual. He gave us a clear picture of what information was needed for our day in court and everything went smoothly. I would highly recommend his services.
Leonard J. Tarantino, Attorney at Law.
Janet Romero R.
Mr. Hernandez will give The code office back to help you it says accolades about him, and that mini attorneys are the same
Alejandro Hernandez Attorney at Law
Blanca C.
She was my hero got me through one of the worst times of my life !
Diana Mohyi Attorney at Law P.C.
Vadim Z.
I hired Mike when I was in disastrous situation. I had an OP against me, I could not get access to my daughter, petitions for the sole custody and child support was filed by my ex.
After the first court appearance with Mike, OP was removed and I got temporary residential Custody. Right after, my ex created a criminal case against me. Mike helped me promptly to get all criminal charges dismissed and I got full temporary custody of the child.
Custody battle last over 2 years and all this time Mike was a grate help for me.
After Custody hearing that by itself last for a year I got permanent full Custody of the child despite that we got a new judge. Again, it would be impossible to achieve without Mike’s
A year later, we won an appeal filed by my ex.
It is not very common in our days that fathers get full custody especially when mothers do not overuse drugs or alcohol but I got it with grate Mike’s help.
Mike often gave me advises that saved me time and money. For example, he ended up the hearing right in time despite that I thought more time is required to bring more witnesses to convince the judge.
Mike available when I need him and answers to my messages / phone calls in time. His promptness saved me in number of situations in my high-conflict divorce.
He was transparent to me, did not hide anything.
Mike is a good strategist. For example, I accepted one of his advises that was not beneficial to me in a short term but played well at the end.
Mike was transparent to me, did not hide anything.
It does not mean that I put my fate in lawyer’s hands and stop thinking myself. I knew what I wanted and use Mike’s sharp mind, professional skills and experience of a trial lawyer in order to achieve the desirable outcome.
BARROWS LEVY PLLC
Ramon K.
It was absolutely a pleasure working with Alejandro Hernandez. Everything went smoothly. He took his time explaining everything in detail. I would definitely recommend using Alejandro Hernandez to my friends.
Alejandro Hernandez- Attorney at Law
Prakash P.
Gehi & Associates helped me for my wife’s green card process. I am very happy. He helped me unite me and wife. Thank you so much to the team at Gehi & Associates!!
Gehi and Associates
Ken B.
"Very professional, have helped many thousands of clients over the years, to put their lives back on track. "
Michelson Law Office
Tomi D.
Aregbesola Law understand you as a client and puts themselves in your shoes! They are fast, efficient and quite a breather to with. I will continue to use Aregbesola Law for ANY and EVERY legal need.
Aregbesola Law
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