OAS Law Firm

REAL ESTATE

Who Is A Real Estate Lawyer?

A real estate attorney is someone who is licensed to practice real estate law, meaning they have the knowledge and experience to advise parties involved in a real estate transaction, such as a home sale.

 
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We provide standard drafting and negotiation support to clients, advise on real estate financing transactions, project finance, mortgage schemes and other property acquisition transactions.

We represent and advise local and international players in the real estate; investors, purchasers, vendors and property developers. Our expertise cuts across procurement, financing and re-financing, mortgages, taxation, obtaining government consent, land documentation and undertaking of extensive due diligence 

We have a full understanding of the issues that arise at different stages of real estate transactions as such, we are positioned to handle any challenges that may occur either with contract negotiations, perfection of titles and other documentation required. We recently represented a client in obtaining alternative mortgage financing for a residential property in Lagos.

Why You Need A Real Estate Lawyer?

Contracts: Most individuals can negotiate terms of purchase or lease with another party. However, the terms of the negotiation must be properly recorded in a contract for them to be legally binding. We can negotiate on your behalf and also make sure that the contract adheres to all state/federal laws. Furthermore, any specific issues that might affect the future use of the property. can be well addressed by our lawyers.

Investigations: Another vital service that our lawyers perform is called a title search or investigations. We conduct searches at various institutions to ensure that the property is free of any encumbrances, such as liens or judgments.

Filings: we carry out perfection of titles such as registration of title deed, governor’s consent and other documentation required.