Real Estate and Property Law
Resolving Real Estate And Property Law Matters Throughout North Dakota
Are you buying or selling real estate in North Dakota? Are you involved in a legal dispute about an encroachment? Is a title defect holding up your property transfer? Did you inherit land that you don't want to keep?
North Dakota real estate transactions are often complex, requiring the help of a skilled property law attorney. If you have questions or need assistance regarding a property issue in Minot or any location throughout the state, we can help you.
Helping You Buy And Sell Real Estate In North Dakota
Whether you are buying or selling, you have a number of responsibilities. A misstep at any stage of the process can lead to a delayed or canceled closing. Even worse, the error - such as a missing signature or defect in the title - may not be noticed until years later. We will help you avoid pitfalls and unnecessary costs by handling the details of your transaction correctly from the start.
Title Defects & Curative Work
We review title records, prepare the necessary curative documents, and work with title companies to remove clouds on title. When needed, we file quiet title or other curative actions to clear title so transfers can proceed.
Deeds & Property Transfers
Preparation and review of warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, and other conveyancing instruments. We coordinate with county registries and title companies to ensure transfers are completed correctly.
Quiet Title & Partition Actions
We bring quiet title or partition actions when ownership is disputed or unclear so that title can be confirmed and property can be sold, divided, or transferred as needed.
Boundary & Encroachment Disputes
We represent clients in boundary disputes, coordinate surveys, negotiate resolution, and litigate when necessary to protect property rights.
Closing Representation
We assist clients at closing to review closing documents, confirm title and deed accuracy, and address last-minute issues to avoid delays or defective transfers.
Our Real Estate Transaction Process
We guide you through every stage of your real estate transaction, from initial review through closing, ensuring all legal requirements are met and your interests are protected.
Step 1: Initial Consultation & Title Review
We begin with a consultation to understand your transaction-whether you're buying, selling, or dealing with inherited property. We immediately begin reviewing title records, surveys, and deeds to identify any potential issues that could affect the transaction.
Step 2: Resolving Title Issues & Document Preparation
If we identify title defects, encumbrances, boundary disputes, or other problems, we take action to resolve them through curative work, quiet title filings, or negotiations. We also prepare all necessary deeds and transfer documents for your transaction.
Step 3: Closing & Final Transfer
We represent you at closing to review all documents, ensure proper execution and recording, and address any last-minute issues. Our goal is to complete your transaction correctly so you avoid problems down the road.
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Real Estate and Property Law On Our Blog
Yes. We assist clients throughout North Dakota with real estate transactions and property law matters, including purchases, sales, title issues, encroachments, and transfers. If you have questions or need assistance regarding a property issue in Minot or elsewhere in the state, we can help you.
We can review title records, prepare curative documents, coordinate with title companies, and if necessary file quiet title or other curative actions to clear the defect and allow the transfer to proceed. In many cases we can resolve issues without litigation; when litigation is necessary we will represent your interests.
A quiet title action is a court proceeding used to clear clouds on title and resolve disputes about ownership. We use quiet title actions when there are competing claims, unclear records, or when heirs and owners need the court to confirm legal title so property can be transferred or sold.