Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New York

Am going to do real estate tranactions out of state do I hire an attorney in that same state am going to do business in.


Asked on 5/07/12, 5:54 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
David Leon David L. Leon, P.C.

Yes. You'll need an attorney licensed in the state where the real estate is located. In some states, you will need a certificate of authority to transact business in that state.

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Answered on 5/07/12, 7:10 pm
Walter LeVine Walter D. LeVine, Esq.

I agree with Dave on both scores - using a local attorney and registering the business. While in many states a title company can handle the real estate closing without an attorney, they cannot assist you if there is a contract problem, or with the business aspects.

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Answered on 5/08/12, 9:05 am


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