Residential Real Estate Lawyer

Aurora

Salary Flexible based on experience

Residential lawyer specializes in providing legal advice and representation to clients involved in buying, selling, or managing residential properties, including handling contracts, title searches, closing documents, and resolving any legal disputes related to homeownership.

Key responsibilities include:

• Contract review and drafting:

Examining and drafting purchase agreements, lease agreements, and other real estate contracts to ensure legal compliance and protect client interests.

• Title searches and examinations:

Conducting thorough title searches to identify any liens, encumbrances, or other issues affecting the property title before closing.

• Closing document preparation:

Preparing all necessary closing documents, including deeds, mortgages, and settlement statements.

• Negotiation:

Negotiating terms of real estate transactions on behalf of clients, including price, closing dates, and contingencies.

• Dispute resolution:

Representing clients in legal disputes related to real estate transactions, such as boundary disputes, contract breaches, or property damage.

• Legal advice:

Providing legal counsel to clients regarding zoning laws, property rights, and other relevant real estate regulations.

• Client communication:

Maintaining open communication with clients, keeping them informed about the status of their transaction and addressing any concerns.

Required skills and knowledge:

• Deep understanding of real estate law:

Thorough knowledge of local and state real estate laws, including property ownership, contracts, title issues, and closing procedures.

• Strong analytical skills:

Ability to carefully review legal documents, identify potential risks, and provide sound legal advice.

• Excellent communication skills:

Clear and effective communication with clients, lenders, title companies, and other parties involved in a real estate transaction.

• Negotiation skills:

Ability to negotiate effectively on behalf of clients to reach favorable agreements.

• Attention to detail:

Meticulous attention to detail to ensure all legal documents are accurate and compliant.