Real estate is more complicated than it looks
A typical Missouri real estate transaction involves a written contract, contingencies, financing terms, inspection responses, title searches, lender requirements, escrow arrangements, and a closing. Each of those steps has legal implications, and many of the most expensive problems in real estate come from problems that nobody noticed at signing. Having an attorney review the deal before you commit, or step in quickly when something starts to go wrong, makes a significant difference.
Services we offer
Real estate sales and purchases
We review and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, identify problematic terms, advise on contingencies and inspection responses, and assist with closing. For investors, builders, and clients buying or selling unusual or high-value property, this kind of legal review is routine.
Title claims
A title defect, an old lien, an unreleased mortgage, a missing heir, a boundary discrepancy, can stop a sale or refinance in its tracks. We evaluate title problems, work with title companies to resolve them, and litigate quiet title actions when court action is needed.
Real estate development and land transactions
From subdividing parcels to negotiating purchase contracts for development sites, we advise developers and landowners on the practical legal issues that come with putting Missouri land to work.
Foreclosures
We represent homeowners and property owners facing foreclosure, including evaluating loan documents and notices, identifying defenses, negotiating workouts and loan modifications, and litigating when appropriate.
Mortgage disputes
When a lender misapplies payments, fails to honor a modification, sends improper notices, or takes other actions inconsistent with the loan documents and applicable law, we represent borrowers in resolving the dispute, in or out of court.
Our approach
Most clients come to a real estate lawyer for one of two reasons: to make sure a deal closes correctly, or to fix something that has gone wrong with a deal already done. We help with both. Where possible, we work to prevent problems before they require litigation. When litigation is necessary, we are prepared to handle it.