Real estate attorneys provide several services to clients, including performing title searches, reviewing contracts, assisting with negotiations, providing proper legal advice when it comes to buying and selling property, and even providing legal representation if required.
Yes, in the state of New York, if you are buying or selling a property, you must work with a closing attorney to represent you at the closing. Your closing attorney can also provide many other services related to the real estate transaction.
Every real estate transaction is different, and they require different levels of services. It is best to contact our office and speak with one of our real estate lawyers to get a better idea of how much work your unique situation may require.
While your real estate lawyer can help with many of these things, you should bring your ID, a checkbook for any last minute adjustments, proof of funds, original documents if you are the seller along with keys and codes, loan application, title insurance policy, proof of homeowners insurance, closing disclosure, and any other documents that will be required.