Towson Real Estate Lawyers

Attorneys for Real Estate Transactions and Litigation in Towson, MD

Because real estate property is a valuable asset, the legal disputes that may affect how properties can be used, enjoyed, or sold will need to be handled correctly by property owners. A boundary line that is incorrect could affect the value of a property and the rights of its owner. A defect in a property's chain of title can affect ownership and the ability to sell or transfer the property. A builder who fails to complete construction as required may cause a homeowner to experience significant financial losses. Disputes between neighbors can turn property ownership into an ongoing source of frustration and financial loss.

The lawyers at Fox & Moghul represent property owners, buyers, sellers, developers, and investors in a wide range of legal matters related to real estate. We can help determine whether disputes may be resolved through negotiation, and we can make sure our clients' rights are protected during litigation in court. We can also assist with real estate transactions and address other legal concerns that may affect our clients.

Partitions and Allotments for Co-Owned Property

In situations where two or more people own real estate property together, conflict may arise when the co-owners disagree about what to do with their property. One person may want to sell, or one person may want to become the sole owner of the property. These disputes may arise when property is inherited by multiple family members after a loved one's death. These family members may have competing priorities, especially if one person wants to continue living on the property, while another will not realize any value until the property is sold.

A co-owner of real estate property may file a partition action to address issues related to shared ownership of the property. If it is possible for the property to be physically divided into distinct portions, a court may order a partition in kind. If a physical division would not be practical, the court may order a partition by sale, which will require the property to be sold. In a situation where one party has the resources to assume sole ownership of the property, they may pursue an allotment action in which they will buy out the other co-owners' shares.

Our attorneys work with co-owners to reach negotiated buyout agreements, sell a party voluntarily, or make arrangements for a partition in kind. We can represent clients in formal partition or allotment proceedings when agreements cannot be reached.

Boundary Line Disputes

Neighbors may become involved in disputes over where one property ends and another begins. Boundary disagreements may occur if multiple surveys were performed with conflicting results, if fences or other structures were built in the wrong location, or if one party's assumptions about the locations of property lines were incorrect.

When addressing issues related to boundaries, our lawyers can perform reviews of deeds, surveys, plat maps, and subdivision documents. We can address claims of adverse possession in which someone who has used someone else's land claims ownership of the property. We may work to resolve boundary disputes through boundary line agreements, or we can take steps to obtain new surveys and litigate boundary disputes in court.

Title Litigation

A cloud on the title to a property can prevent the property from being sold or refinanced. Title litigation may be used to establish or confirm ownership of property. Our attorneys can assist with quiet title actions and help property owners resolve competing claims. We can also address easements, restrictions on use that a prior owner placed on a property, or claims that a deed was obtained through fraud or undue influence.

Nuisance and Trespass Disputes

Property owners have the right to use and enjoy their land without unreasonable interference from others. When that right has been violated by nuisances or trespassing, we can help clients understand their legal options.

Trespass claims may address entry onto a person's property by people who did not have authorization. Disputes may be related to people who build fences or plant trees or shrubs that encroach on a neighbor's property or other situations where someone enters or uses land without any legal right to do so. Our lawyers can help property owners address trespassing on their land, and we can defend against claims that a person used someone else's property without authorization.

A nuisance is a condition or activity that interferes with a property owner's use and enjoyment of their land. Common examples of nuisances that may result in real estate disputes include noise, excessive odors, drainage or flooding caused by construction or landscaping, and other conditions that have consistently affected a property owner. Our attorneys can help clients seek damages for the harm caused by nuisances, as well as injunctive relief requiring neighbors to refrain from certain actions or activities.

Construction Disputes and Builder Contracts

New home construction and major renovation projects may involve general contractors, subcontractors, materials suppliers, and other parties. When work is not performed correctly or other issues cause financial losses or other forms of harm to a homeowner, steps may need to be taken to address these issues.

A construction contract will define the scope of work, the price, the timeline, and other terms that may affect the homeowner and the builder. When a contractor fails to complete work, performs work that is substandard, or causes damage to the property, the owner may be able to take action to recover compensation for their damages. Construction defects may include structural problems, defective materials, and code violations. Our lawyers can help homeowners resolve disputes with builders and contractors while protecting our clients' rights.

Commercial Real Estate Acquisition, Sales, and Development

Commercial real estate transactions may involve the acquisition of commercial property, extensive development projects, or other activities that will involve complex legal concerns. Our attorneys can provide the legal support needed to ensure that these transactions can be completed successfully.

When commercial property is purchased or sold, due diligence will be required, purchase contracts will need to be drafted, and other issues that could affect the value and usability of the property may need to be addressed. Our lawyers work with buyers and sellers to negotiate purchase and sale agreements, examine surveys, review existing leases, address environmental concerns, and make sure a transaction can be completed successfully.

Commercial development projects may involve zoning regulations, land use restrictions, subdivision requirements, and state and local permits. Our attorneys can assist with site plan approval, applications for variances and special exceptions to zoning laws, environmental reviews, and other requirements that will need to be addressed to ensure that a development project can proceed as planned.

Contact Our Towson, Maryland Real Estate Lawyers

Whether you need to resolve a property dispute, complete a complex commercial transaction, or address concerns related to construction contracts or mechanic's liens, the team at Fox & Moghul can assist you. To discuss your matter with a member of our team, contact our Towson real estate law attorneys at 301-409-5316.