Real Estate Services

Title and Lease
Transactions in Florida

A real estate transaction is one of the largest financial decisions you will ever make. We review your contracts, clear your title, and guide you through every step of the closing so you do not lose sleep over the details.

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Contract to Close

Real Estate Legal Services for Buyers, Sellers, and Investors

From the moment you sign a purchase contract to the day the deed is recorded, legal issues can arise at every step. Title defects, unfavorable contract terms, lease clauses that shift risk to you, and missing due diligence can all turn a good deal into an expensive problem.

We represent buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants, and investors across Florida in residential and commercial transactions. We review the contracts before you sign, search the title before you close, and make sure the documents reflect what you actually agreed to.

If something does not look right, we tell you before it costs you money, not after.

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What We Handle

Six Ways We Protect Your Real Estate Transaction

Purchase and Sale Contract Review

Before you sign, have an attorney review the contract. We identify unfavorable terms, missing protections, and contingencies that could cost you at closing or after.

Title Searches and Title Issues

We conduct thorough title searches to uncover liens, encumbrances, judgments, or defects that could affect your ownership rights or your ability to close.

Residential and Commercial Closings

We guide buyers, sellers, and investors through the closing process from contract execution to final disbursement, making sure every document is accurate and every step is done right.

Lease Drafting and Review

Whether you are a landlord drafting a new lease or a tenant reviewing terms, we make sure the agreement protects your interests and complies with Florida law.

Investor Due Diligence

Real estate investors need more than a property inspection. We review contracts, title chains, zoning, and legal history so you know exactly what you are buying before you close.

Deed Preparation and Recording

We prepare warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, and special warranty deeds, and coordinate recording with the county to ensure your ownership is properly established in the public record.

Natalia Ouellette-Grice, Real Estate Attorney

Why LCO Law

Don't Lose Sleep Over Your Contracts

Most people sign real estate contracts without fully understanding what they agreed to. Lease terms that seem standard can contain clauses that cost you thousands. Title issues that seem minor can kill a deal at closing. We read the fine print so you do not have to wonder what it says.

Contract review before you sign, not after problems arise
Title searches that uncover issues before they become deal-killers
Lease drafting and review for landlords and tenants
Residential and commercial closings handled from start to finish
Serving buyers, sellers, landlords, and investors across all of Florida

Common Questions

Title and Lease FAQ

Do I need an attorney for a real estate closing in Florida?

Florida does not legally require an attorney at a real estate closing, but having one protects you in ways that a title company or real estate agent cannot. Attorneys can review contracts, catch legal issues before they become expensive problems, and represent your interests specifically, not the transaction's interests generally.

What does a title search reveal?

A title search examines the public record history of a property to identify any liens, judgments, unpaid taxes, easements, encroachments, competing claims, or other defects that could affect your ownership. Issues found in a title search must be resolved before a clean transfer of title can occur.

What should I look for in a commercial lease?

Key provisions include rent escalation clauses, CAM (common area maintenance) charges, personal guarantee requirements, renewal options, permitted use language, build-out responsibilities, assignment and subletting rights, and exit clauses. A lease that looks straightforward can contain terms that significantly shift risk to the tenant. We review every clause before you sign.

What is the difference between a warranty deed and a quitclaim deed?

A warranty deed guarantees that the seller holds clear title and will defend against future claims. A quitclaim deed transfers whatever interest the grantor has without any guarantees. Quitclaim deeds are commonly used between family members or to clear title issues, but they offer no protection to the buyer if problems arise later.

Can you help with both residential and commercial transactions?

Yes. We handle residential purchases, investment property acquisitions, commercial leases, multi-unit transactions, and land contracts. Each transaction type has different legal considerations and we make sure you understand every one of them before you commit.

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