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If you are not a real estate professional, it can be confusing and stressful to find yourself involved in a real estate transaction or facing litigation. A well-versed real estate lawyer can help you in numerous ways. If you’re wondering, “What does a real estate attorney do,” the short answer is, a lot!
A real estate lawyer’s job is to make sure clients’ rights and interests are protected. In the case of a sales or lease transaction, your attorney sees that the underlying contracts are negotiated and structured in a way that is designed to make the process as smooth as possible. Further, if another party tries to take legal action against you later, you will be shielded to the best extent possible.
If a real estate matter needs to proceed to litigation, your lawyer plays a key role in arguing your case and advocating for your rights. Your lawyer will build and argue a case based on all available evidence, fighting to help you obtain a desirable outcome.
Why Do I Need a Real Estate Attorney?
In some states, parties involved in real estate transactions are legally required to have representation from real estate attorneys at the closing. In other states, hiring an attorney is optional. Even if your state does not require legal representation for your real estate matter, an attorney can add significant value to your transaction.
Reasons people choose to hire real estate lawyers include the following:
- Property is located in a potentially problematic area or property has possible structural issues
- Commercial real estate transactions can be complex and nuanced, exposing you to greater financial risk
- Need assistance negotiating and drafting commercial retail or office leases
- Property is offered in a bank-owned sale, a short sale or an estate sale
- Dispute arises about contracts, creditor/lender claims, chain of title, property lines, leases or other matters
- You need advice on a landlord/tenant matter
When You Require a Texas Real Estate Attorney, Choose Simoneaux Law Firm
Hiring a Texas real estate attorney can provide peace of mind, knowing your transaction or litigation matter is in capable hands. Given the large financial commitment involved in most real estate leases and purchase/sales transactions, there is simply too much at stake to leave your real estate matter to chance.
If you are asking, “When do I need a real estate attorney,” the answer is probably now. At Simoneaux Law Firm, we help clients with commercial leases, sale and lease transactions, landlord tenant law, and litigation matters.
To learn more and to schedule a consultation, contact us in Austin today.
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