Real estate Law
Every transaction deserves expert
legal guidance.
From residential closings to commercial leases to investment property acquisitions, Prince Legal provides comprehensive real estate law counsel for buyers, sellers, landlords, and investors across South Florida.
What We Handle
Residential Transactions
Purchase, sale, and refinance closings for buyers and sellers throughout Florida.
Commercial Real Estate
Lease review and negotiation, commercial acquisitions, and landlord-tenant matters.
Investment Properties
Entity structuring, title review, and contract negotiation for real estate investors.
Title & Contract Issues
Title defect resolution, easement disputes, and contract breach counseling.
residential real estate
Protecting buyers and sellers
at every closing
A home purchase is one of the largest transactions of your life. Prince Legal reviews every contract, identifies every risk, and guides you through closing with full legal protection.
Purchase & Sale
- Purchase and sale agreement drafting and review
- AS-IS contract review and negotiation
- Inspection contingency and repair addendum counseling
- Financing contingency review
- Closing cost analysis and HUD-1 review
- Buyer and seller representation at closing
Title & Deed
- Title search and examination
- Title defect identification and resolution
- Deed preparation and recording
- Homestead exemption counseling
- Quitclaim and warranty deed drafting
- Co-ownership and tenancy structure review
Landlord & Tenant
- Residential lease drafting and review
- Florida landlord-tenant law compliance
- Security deposit dispute counseling
- Lease termination and eviction notice review
- Short-term rental agreement drafting
Commercial Real Estate
Lease and acquisition counsel for
business owners
Commercial leases are complex documents with long-term financial consequences. Prince Legal negotiates from your side — ensuring your business is protected before you sign.
Commercial Leases
- Commercial lease review and negotiation
- Triple net (NNN), gross, and modified gross lease analysis
- CAM charge review and cap negotiation
- Tenant improvement allowance provisions
- Personal guarantee review and limitation
- Renewal option and rent escalation terms
Commercial Acquisitions
- Commercial purchase and sale agreement drafting
- Due diligence coordination and review
- Environmental and zoning review counseling
- 1031 exchange coordination and structuring
- Commercial title and survey review
- Closing representation for buyers and sellers
Landlord Services
- Commercial lease drafting for landlords
- Tenant default and lease enforcement counseling
- Sublease and assignment approval review
- Lease amendment and modification drafting
- Letter of intent (LOI) drafting and review
Investors & Transactions
Structure your portfolio for
long-term protection
Real estate investors need more than a real estate agent — they need a legal partner who structures each acquisition properly, protects personal assets, and plans for disposition from day one.
Investment Structure
- LLC formation for investment properties
- Series LLC structuring for multi-property portfolios
- Operating agreement drafting with asset protection provisions
- Title vesting strategy (individual vs. entity)
- Land trust structuring for privacy and protection
Acquisitions & Dispositions
- Investment property purchase contract review
- FSBO transaction documentation
- Seller financing and promissory note drafting
- Subject-to and wraparound mortgage review
- Disposition and exit strategy counseling
Title & Risk Issues
- Clouded title resolution
- Easement and encroachment counseling
- Boundary dispute review
- Quiet title action referral and coordination
- Mechanic's lien and creditor claim review
Flat-Fee packages
Transparent pricing.
No billing surprises.
Common real estate law services are available at flat fees. Complex transactions, litigation support, and title dispute matters are quoted after consultation.
Contract Review
$500
For buyers and sellers who need a purchase agreement reviewed before signing.
- Full purchase and sale agreement review
- Written summary of key risks and concerns
- Recommended amendments and addenda
- 30-minute consultation to discuss findings
Buyer Representation
$1,200
Full closing representation for residential and small commercial buyers in Florida.
- Purchase contract review and negotiation
- Title search coordination and review
- Due diligence period counseling
- Closing document review and explanation
- Closing representation and deed review
- Post-closing deed recording coordination
Commercial Lease
$900
For tenants and landlords needing commercial lease review and negotiation.
- Full commercial lease review
- CAM charge and expense analysis
- Negotiation of key terms on your behalf
- Personal guarantee review and counseling
- Written summary of material provisions
* Title insurance premiums, recording fees, and third-party costs are separate. Investment entity formation is quoted separately. Custom quotes available for complex commercial transactions.
Frequently asked questions
Common real estate
legal questions
Do I need a lawyer to buy or sell a home in Florida?
Florida does not legally require an attorney for residential real estate transactions — but having one is strongly advisable. Real estate contracts are binding legal documents with significant financial consequences. An attorney reviewing the contract before you sign can identify unfavorable terms, negotiate repairs or credits, and ensure the title is clear before you close. Real estate agents are not lawyers and cannot give you legal advice on your contract.
What is a title search and why does it matter?
A title search examines the public record history of a property to confirm the seller actually owns it and that there are no outstanding liens, judgments, encumbrances, or competing claims. Unpaid contractor liens, tax liens, HOA assessments, and prior mortgage balances can all attach to a property and become your problem after closing. A thorough title search — and the right title insurance — protects you from inheriting someone else's legal issues.
What should I watch for in a commercial lease?
Commercial leases are drafted by landlords' attorneys to protect the landlord. Key areas to review include CAM charge calculations and caps (which can make your effective rent much higher than the base rent), personal guarantee scope (which can expose your personal assets), exclusivity provisions (or the lack of them), permitted use restrictions, renewal option terms, and termination rights. A single overlooked provision can cost a business tens of thousands of dollars over a multi-year lease term.
Should my investment property be in an LLC?
For most investors, yes. Holding investment property in an LLC separates the property's liability from your personal assets — meaning a tenant lawsuit or property-related claim is generally limited to the LLC's assets rather than your personal accounts or home. Florida also offers charging order protection for LLCs, which provides additional protection for multi-member entities. The decision depends on your financing situation, number of properties, and risk tolerance — and is best made with both legal and tax counsel.
What is a 1031 exchange and can you help with one?
A 1031 exchange allows you to defer capital gains taxes when selling an investment property by reinvesting the proceeds into a like-kind replacement property within strict IRS timelines — 45 days to identify and 180 days to close. Prince Legal coordinates the legal documentation of 1031 exchanges in conjunction with a qualified intermediary. Getting the contract language and timing right is critical, and errors can disqualify the entire exchange.