Real Estate Law

At Briglia Hundley®, our real estate practice provides comprehensive legal support for homeowners, builders, developers, real estate brokers, mortgage originators, lenders, title insurers, and other key players in the real estate industry. Serving clients throughout Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia, our attorneys bring deep experience in handling a broad range of property transactions and related legal matters.

Comprehensive Real Estate Legal Services

Our team assists clients with the full lifecycle of real estate matters, ensuring transactions are legally sound, risks are managed, and objectives achieved efficiently.

Property Transactions and Contract Review

We guide clients through the complex process of purchasing and selling residential, commercial, and investment properties by:

• Reviewing and preparing real estate purchase contracts to safeguard client interests
• Advising on negotiation points and contractual terms that impact property acquisition or sales
• Assisting with due diligence and ensuring all legal contingencies are properly addressed

Acquisition Structures and Entity Formation

To help clients optimize investment and liability management, we set up acquisition vehicles such as limited liability companies (LLCs) in connection with the purchase of vacation homes, rental properties, and other real estate investments.

Trusts, Conveyances, and Document Recording

Our real estate attorneys prepare and manage essential documents including:

• Transfers of real estate into family trusts and other business entities to protect assets and provide estate planning benefits
• Drafting and review of conveyance documents to effectuate property ownership changes
• Coordination of legal recording of deeds and related documents with local land registries and clerk offices to ensure validity and public notice

Lease and Rental Agreement Preparation

We prepare, negotiate, and review a variety of lease and rental agreements customized to client needs, including:

• Residential leases for homeowners and landlords
• Commercial leases for retail, office, or industrial space
• Rental agreements for investment property operators

Our aim is to protect clients’ rights, clarify obligations, and reduce potential disputes between landlords and tenants.