REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS, LAND DEVELOPMENT AND LENDER REPRESENTATION

When you purchase or sell residential or commercial real estate, you need the assistance of an experienced real estate attorney. We can provide legal advice and service. The attorneys in our firm have decades of experience in both residential and commercial transactions. Many of our attorneys are certified by The Florida Bar in Real Estate and other areas of law. We provide these services to individuals, business entities, developers and financial institutions. Kirk Pinkerton, PA is a full service law firm and we draw expertise from other practice areas in the firm when needed such as corporate, tax and land use. Whether it is a residential purchase, documenting a complex loan, or real estate development, the attorneys at Kirk Pinkerton can assist. We have the experience. Several of our areas of expertise include the following: Residential and commercial purchases and sales Residential and commercial development Condominium law and Development Construction law Zoning, land use and planning Environmental law Condemnation and Eminent Domain Tax Assessment Challenges Banking and Loan Documentation Workouts and Foreclosures Title insurance (underwriting and claims) Commercial and Residential leasing All areas of Due Diligence (Land Use, Environmental and Zoning) Assisted living The Land Sales Act Foreign Investment in Real Estate (FIRPTA) 1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges

What does a Real Estate Lawyer Do?

Our purpose is to help you with advice and legal services related to your Florida real estate purchase. Most importantly, we protect your interests and make sure that your transaction goes smoothly with no surprises after the deal is done.

Your lawyer will help you understand the contracts and make sure that your rights are protected. He will check that there are no covenants, easements, liens, etc. against the property that will interfere with your rights and enjoyment of the property. She prepares and registers the legal documents and reviews and explains the terms of the mortgage.

During closing he will make sure that you get all adjustments that you are entitled to and review all the papers that you will be signing. She will deal with title issues and any other unexpected issues that arise. He will look out for your interests at every point in your real estate transaction and make sure that you understand every part of the process.

Several or our more recent projects include The Ritz-Carlton Hotel and Residences, the 100Central/Whole Foods Plaza, The Sanctuary, L 'Ambiance on Longboat Key, L'Elegance on Lido Key, Gulf & Bay Club on Siesta Key, and the Polo Club at Lakewood Ranch. 

Why Choose Kirk Pinkerton Real Estate Attorneys?

The Real Estate Department of Kirk Pinkerton works tirelessly to protect our clients' interests while striving to assure that the transaction, regardless of size or complexity, is completed promptly, efficiently, and in a cost-effective manner. Our Florida real estate lawyers are certified as Real Estate Specialists by the Florida Bar's Board of Legal Specialization. We look forward to helping you with your real estate transactions.

Contact us today by filling out the real estate case evaluation form at the top of the page or by calling us for an appointment. You can reach our Sarasota Office at (941)364-2400 or our Bradenton Office at (941) 744-2288.

Kirk Pinkerton's Real Estate Department provides the following services:

Preparation of all documents required for commercial, real estate development, and asset-based loan transactions Preparation of all documents required for residential transactions Title Insurance Preparation of commercial and residential leases Consultation with property owners and real estate developers Preparation of condominium, PUD, and mixed-use documents Relation income, estate and gift tax consequences to the client's business and personal estate Advice concerning the various laws and regulations affecting use or occupancy of the property Advice on the nature of restrictions and reservations Interpretation and advice on all documents related to the title and transaction

The MISSION STATEMENT of the Real Estate department of Kirk Pinkerton is to continue the zealous representation of our clients' personal interests while at the same time striving to assure that the transaction, regardless of size or complexity, is completed promptly, efficiently, and in a cost-effective manner.