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Resolving A Real Estate Dispute Concerning Residential and Commercial Properties in Florida 

Real estate deals are common transactions in Florida. People continue to flock to the Sunshine State, and businesses see a wide range of opportunities to obtain and develop land for commercial purposes. Real estate disputes, however, are also frequently part of the process. It is vital to have an experienced real estate attorney in your corner. A Melbourne real estate dispute lawyer at Lacey Lyons Rezanka will not only help you resolve disputes but also take steps to limit the risk of unexpected legal issues down the road. Whether you are locked in a lease disagreement, fighting with a bank over financing issues, negotiating easements and boundaries, or looking to resolve a construction lien, a real estate dispute can prove costly and time-consuming. These conflicts can also result in disaster for a real estate development project if not resolved efficiently. Our lawyers combine decades of experience helping people and businesses navigate a wide range of real estate issues. We have a strong track record of successfully resolving real estate disputes on optimal terms for our clients.

Real Estate Contracts

Contracts are an essential part of real estate transactions and development. Legal agreements are used to conduct everything from the purchase and sale of a property and the leasing of space to creating a joint real estate venture, financing a project, and constructing homes or commercial buildings. When dealing with contracts comes the risk of contract disputes. If a party to a legal agreement does not live up to their responsibilities under the contract, such as failing to pay rent on a lease or to perform work on a construction project, they are generally liable for the financial consequences.  Breach of contract is a common legal claim stemming from disputes over legal agreements. To prove a person or entity breached a contract, you have to be able to prove a binding legal agreement was in place and the person or entity violated the terms of the contract.  At Lacey Lyons Rezanka, our real estate transaction lawyers have helped clients use contracts to close a full slate of real estate transactions successfully. We have significant experience drafting purchase and sale contracts, leases, deeds, mortgage documents, and easements. A Melbourne real estate dispute attorney at our firm can help you draft, review, amend, and execute a wide variety of legal agreements, ensuring your rights and interests are fully protected. A lawyer can also help you avoid potential issues or conflicts and resolve any disputes that arise, whether in negotiating a deal or long after a transaction is closed. Our firm can also finalize Real Estate Closings.

Common Florida Disputes Managed by Our Melbourne Real Estate Dispute Lawyers 

Real estate disputes come in all shapes and sizes. The key is often to spot potential issues and address possible disputes as early as possible to limit cost, delay, and other impacts and avoid drawn-out court battles. A Melbourne real estate dispute lawyer from Lacey Lyons Rezanka commonly assists clients in these types of real estate disputes: 

Foreclosures 

Economic downturns and other unforeseen circumstances are part of the risk that comes with any real estate deal. Our firm represents banks and borrowers in foreclosure proceedings. These situations can raise complicated questions about how a mortgage was obtained, serviced, and transferred, and strict requirements must be met before a foreclosure is approved. 

Leases and Evictions

Eviction is the legal process by which the property owner forcibly removes a tenant, often for failure to pay rent or to comply with the terms of the agreement. Our firm resolves these matters quickly and effectively.

Quiet Title 

Property title issues can cause significant headaches long after the property is transferred, putting clear ownership of the parcel at risk. Quiet title actions are commonly used to resolve these issues so a property can be sold. Our real estate transaction attorneys also help commercial clients secure their investments by obtaining title insurance.

Construction Law

A lien is a valuable tool for contractors or subcontractors who have not been properly paid for their work on a project. The lien is a security interest that stays on the property where the work was performed, effectively forcing the owner to pay what is owed to get the lien removed before anyone will purchase the property.

Partitions

This legal tool is used to divide property with more than one owner when those people or entities cannot agree on whether to sell or otherwise dispose of it.

Easements and Boundary Disputes Often Require the Help of a Melbourne Real Estate Dispute Attorney 

Whether a neighbor is encroaching on your property or you need to negotiate a right of way through another parcel, our real estate transactions and dispute lawyers can assist you. 

Property and Real Estate Fraud 

Property owners must disclose a wide range of information to buyers in a sale process. When they do not do so, the seller may be liable for fraud and breach of contract.

Our firm can also assist in the following Real Estate Transactions:

  • Seller's Disclosure
  • Lease Negotiation (& Lease Termination Negotiation)
  • Property Management Agreements
  • Lease Drafting &/or Negotiation
    • Residential
    • Commercial
  • Foreign Investment Act: updating office checks and procedures &/or individual sale transaction assessments
  • Interpleader Actions

Homestead Rights and Protection in Florida 

Homestead is an important legal protection available for certain residential property owners in Florida.  State law generally protects a person’s primary home from creditors. However, there are several exceptions, including for certain mortgage foreclosures and actions related to failure to pay taxes or to pay for construction and improvements on the property. A Melbourne real estate transaction and dispute attorney at our firm can help you understand your homestead rights and ensure they are fully protected.

Speak with a Melbourne Real Estate Dispute Attorney Today

If you are locked in a property-related legal dispute, seeking to protect yourself from legal risk, or simply want to better understand your legal rights and options, Lacey Lyons Rezanka can help. Our attorneys have dedicated their careers to assisting people and businesses in Melbourne and across Florida. We are committed to providing comprehensive and forward-looking legal services tailored to our clients’ unique legal needs. Contact a Real Estate Dispute attorney at Lacey Lyons Rezanka today by calling 321-608-0890 . Contact our Firm Today