real estate
U.S. real estate

Buying, selling, or investing in U.S. real estate can be complex — especially for foreign investors unfamiliar with American property laws and local regulations. Our Miami-based real estate attorneys guide you through every stage of the process, from contract review and due diligence to closings and title transfers.

We help you protect your investment, avoid costly disputes, and ensure compliance with Florida real estate laws. Whether you’re purchasing a vacation property, expanding your business operations, or investing in commercial real estate, we provide strategic legal support tailored to international clients.

Title Company vs. Real Estate Attorney
What Is the Difference Between a Title Company and a Real Estate Attorney in Florida?

While both play important roles in Florida real estate transactions, they handle different responsibilities:

Title Company 

  • Performs a title search to confirm ownership history.

  • Issues title insurance to protect buyers and lenders against future claims or disputes.

  • Ensures the legal transfer of ownership is properly recorded.

Real Estate Attorney

  • Reviews, drafts, and negotiates contracts to protect your interests.

  • Identifies legal risks that a title company may overlook, such as zoning issues, financing disputes, or compliance concerns.

  • Represents you in disputes and ensures full compliance with U.S. and Florida property laws.

For European investors and foreign buyers, working with both a title company and an experienced real estate attorney ensures that your U.S. property purchase is not only legally secure but also strategically protected. While the title company safeguards against ownership disputes and provides title insurance, your attorney goes further by reviewing contracts, managing negotiations, identifying potential legal risks, and ensuring full compliance with Florida and U.S. real estate laws — giving you peace of mind and protecting your investment at every step.

Why hire a real estate attorney?
Why hire a
real estate attorney?
Why us?
Due Diligence & Title Search

Before purchasing a property, your attorney conducts thorough due diligence, including a title search to confirm ownership rights, uncover existing liens, and ensure there are no legal disputes affecting the property.

Contract Review & Negotiation

Real estate contracts in the U.S. are complex and legally binding. An attorney ensures that the terms protect your interests, clarifies obligations, and negotiates better conditions when needed.

Acting in Your Best Interest

A real estate attorney is legally obligated to represent your interests — not the seller’s, the broker’s, or the lender’s. They prioritize your goals, protect you from unfavorable terms, and ensure every step of the transaction benefits you as the client.

Smooth Closing Process

The closing stage involves numerous legal documents and financial transactions. An attorney coordinates with banks, agents, and title companies to guarantee a secure and efficient closing.

Protecting Your Investment

For European buyers and foreign entrepreneurs, U.S. real estate laws can be challenging. Having an attorney ensures your financial interests are safeguarded and helps you avoid unexpected liabilities.

Resolving Disputes & Avoiding Litigation

From boundary disputes to contract breaches, a skilled attorney can resolve issues before they escalate, saving you time, money, and stress.

Olga Shamina
Olga Shamina
Licensed Attorney (Of Counsel)
Education
  • Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad College of Law - Fort Lauderdale, USA
Languages
  • Russian
  • English
Contacts
+1 (305) 537 6141 [email protected]
Real Estate Disputes in the U.S.
Real Estate Disputes in the U.S.:
What Foreign Investors Should Know

Real estate transactions in the U.S. can be complex, and misunderstandings often lead to disputes - especially for foreign investors unfamiliar with American property laws and local regulations. Common issues include the following:

Landlord-Tenant Disputes

For investors purchasing rental properties, conflicts over leases, repairs, or evictions can become costly. We provide strategic legal solutions to resolve disputes quickly.

Contract Breaches and Misrepresentation

Unresolved liens, claims, or errors in public records can cloud ownership and delay closings. Our Miami real estate attorneys conduct thorough title searches to protect your rights.

Title Defects and Ownership Disputes

Unresolved liens, claims, or errors in public records can cloud ownership and delay closings. Our Miami real estate attorneys conduct thorough title searches to protect your rights.

Homeowners’ Association (HOA) Conflicts

In Florida, many properties are part of HOA-governed communities. Disputes often arise over fees, bylaws, or property use restrictions. Our Miami real estate attorneys help negotiate and resolve conflicts to protect your rights as a property owner.

Construction Defects and Contractor Disputes

From poor workmanship to delayed timelines and code violations, construction-related issues can lead to significant financial losses. We review construction agreements.

Foreclosure and Mortgage Defaults

Economic fluctuations and contractual misunderstandings can lead to foreclosure risks. Foreclosure occurs when a property owner fails to meet mortgage obligations, and the lender repossesses the property to recover the outstanding debt. In Florida, foreclosure is a judicial process, meaning it goes through the courts, which can make it time-consuming and complex.

Boundary and Easement Conflicts

Disputes often arise over property lines or easement rights, especially in high-demand areas. Our legal team ensures accurate documentation and protects your property rights.

Partition process

If two or more people own property together but no longer want to be joint owners, they may need to go through a partition process. This is a legal process that divides the property between the parties.

Real Estate Document Fraud and Title Scams

Document fraud in Florida real estate occurs when false or forged documents are used to claim ownership, transfer titles, or secure loans against a property. Common schemes include forged deeds or title transfers, fraudulent lien filings, and misrepresentation of property ownership.

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What is a title company?
What Is a Title and Title Company?

In the U.S. real estate market, a title is the legal right of ownership to a property. It confirms who legally owns the property and whether there are any claims, liens, or disputes against it. Before purchasing property, it’s essential to verify that the title is clear and that no one else has a legal claim to it.

A title company plays a crucial role in this process. It:

  • Conducts a title search to uncover ownership history, existing liens, and potential legal issues.

  • Provides title insurance, which protects buyers and lenders against future claims or disputes over ownership.

  • Ensures that the property transfer is legally valid and properly recorded.

For European investors and foreign buyers, working with a title company — together with an experienced real estate attorney - ensures your U.S. property purchase is secure, compliant, and free of hidden risks.

Do I need title insurance when buying property in Florida?

Yes - title insurance is highly recommended for foreign investors purchasing property in Florida or anywhere in the U.S.. Unlike in many European countries, U.S. real estate transactions place greater responsibility on the buyer to verify ownership and protect against future claims.

Title insurance provides critical protection by:

  • Covering legal and financial losses if another party later claims ownership of the property.

  • Protecting against undisclosed liens, unpaid taxes, or title defects.

  • Ensuring a smooth property transfer even if past ownership records contain errors or missing documents.

For European investors unfamiliar with U.S. property laws, working with a title company and a Miami real estate attorney ensures that the title is clear and that your ownership rights are fully protected.

Real Estate Legal Support for European Investors

For European entrepreneurs and foreign investors, navigating the Florida real estate market involves more than just finding the right property. U.S. real estate transactions are governed by state-specific laws, local regulations, and strict compliance requirements that can be overwhelming if you’re unfamiliar with the system and don't speak the language. Risks such as title defects, document fraud, HOA conflicts, construction disputes, and even foreclosure can quickly jeopardize your investment.

Our Miami real estate attorneys specialize in assisting international clients through every stage of the process - from contract drafting and review to due diligence, title verification, and closing coordination.

Services
We handle the following
real estate services for our clients:
Legal Support for Real Estate Transactions
Title Searches and Title Insurance
Review and Analysis of Sales Contracts
Review of Financing and Lending Documents
Preparation and Verification of Deeds
Representation of Private Lenders
Commercial and Residential Lease Agreements
Closings
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