Real Estate Law - Stanley Lewis Law

Expertise In All Aspects Of Real estate

When someone rents or purchases a place – regardless of whether that spot is a luxury hotel or a piece of farmland – the transaction is often governed by rules that are specific to the jurisdiction where the property is located.

Some attorneys are experts on the federal, state and local laws, statutes and regulations that apply to the exchange and usage of "real estate," a legal term for undeveloped or developed land and any buildings and resources that exist on that land.

What Real Estate Law Is and What Real Estate Attorneys Do

When there are competing claims to the same physical space such as a botanical garden, parking lot or skyscraper, the dispute is often resolved through the application of real estate law.

This area of law determines who gets to occupy a particular location and how long they can stay. It addresses questions about the rights of landlords and tenants and touches on debates about environmental protection, historic preservation, construction safety and accessibility for individuals with disabilities. In addition, this type of law lays out the consequences of not making rent or mortgage payments and addresses evictions and foreclosures.