Residential Transactions
- Home purchases and sales
- Refinancing
- Time-sensitive and expedited closings
- Buyer and seller representation
- First-time homebuyers
Practice Area · Real Estate
Smooth closings and secure outcomes.
We guide buyers and sellers through purchases, sales, refinancing, and contracts in New York's complex market. Residential or commercial, we handle the legal work so your transaction closes on time and on terms that protect you.
What we handle
Every stage of the transaction.
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Commercial Transactions
- Commercial purchases and sales
- Buyer and seller representation
- Coordination with lenders, brokers, and title companies
Co-ops & Condominiums
- Co-op and condo purchases and sales
- Review of governing documents
- Due diligence
- Board approval requirements
Contracts & Negotiation
- Contract review before you sign
- Contract negotiation
- Contingencies and cancellation rights
Title & Due Diligence
- Title search review
- Resolving liens, judgments, and violations
- Correcting records and obtaining releases
Investment & Property Transfers
- Investment property transactions
- 1031 exchanges
- Transfer-on-death deeds
- Landlord-tenant law
Real Estate Disputes
- Contract and closing disputes
- Landlord-tenant litigation and Housing Court
- Demand letters, negotiation, and settlement
Our closings
Buying or selling a home?
Your own attorney, contract to keys. Your contract is reviewed within 24 hours.
Real estate FAQ
Common questions, answered.
Don't see yours? Call 718-500-1093.
Do I need a real estate attorney for a closing in New York?
Yes. In New York, buyers and sellers are represented by attorneys, who review the contract, conduct due diligence, and make sure the transaction complies with New York law.
What does a real estate attorney do during a transaction?
We review the contract, handle or review the title search, resolve title or lien issues, coordinate with lenders and title companies, and prepare the closing documents.
When should I contact a real estate attorney?
Before you sign a contract or make an offer. Bringing us in early lets us address issues before they cause delays.
How long does a residential closing take in New York?
Typically about 60 to 90 days from contract to closing, depending on financing, inspections, title issues, and how time-sensitive the deal is.
Do you handle time-sensitive or expedited closings?
Yes. We handle expedited closings and work to keep every transaction on schedule.
What types of real estate transactions do you handle?
Residential and commercial sales and purchases, co-op and condo transactions, contract review and negotiation, title issue resolution, and investment and 1031 exchange transactions.
What is a title search and why is it important?
A title search examines public records to confirm ownership and identify liens, judgments, violations, or other defects that could affect the property.
What happens if a title issue is discovered?
We work with the title company and other parties to obtain releases, correct records, or negotiate a solution so the closing can move forward.
What issues commonly delay real estate closings?
Title defects, financing problems, missing documents, unresolved violations, lender delays, and issues found during inspections.
Can I get out of a signed real estate contract?
It depends on the contract's terms and where the transaction stands. Some contingencies allow cancellation; others carry financial consequences.
Do you represent buyers, sellers, or both?
Both, in residential and commercial transactions throughout New York.
Do you handle co-op and condominium purchases?
Yes, including review of governing documents, due diligence, and board approval requirements.
Will you coordinate with my lender, broker, and title company?
Yes. We keep communication clear among everyone involved so your closing stays on track.
How much do real estate legal services cost?
Fees depend on the complexity of the matter. Some matters are handled for a flat fee and others hourly.
What are common mistakes in real estate transactions?
Signing a contract without legal review, waiting too long to hire an attorney, overlooking title issues, and relying only on non-legal professionals for legal guidance.
What is a 1031 exchange?
A tax strategy that lets certain investment property owners defer capital gains taxes by reinvesting the proceeds in a qualifying replacement property, subject to IRS rules and deadlines.
What is a transfer-on-death (TOD) deed?
A deed that passes property to a named beneficiary at death without probate. Whether it is available and appropriate depends on state law and your circumstances.
Flat fee
Buying or selling a home? Get a flat-fee quote.
Call 718-500-1093 or send us your contract. We will give you a clear fee and a retainer the same day.