Real Estate

James G. Gerrish, Attorney at Law provides comprehensive, real estate legal services to lenders, buyers, sellers, developers, and owners in residential and commercial transactions. We work closely with each client to make sure their needs in the transaction are met. Our attorneys remain responsive to changing circumstances and difficult time requirements. As a result of our expertise and efficiencies, we are able to provide these services at a competitive rate. We look forward to working with you in your next real estate or mortgage loan transaction.

Our Real Estate services include:

Acquisitions & Sales

• Drafting, negotiating and reviewing Offers to Purchase and Purchase and Sale Agreements
• Examination and certification of title
• Resolution of title defects
• Issuance of title insurance
• Counseling regarding due diligence matters
• Counseling regarding §1031 tax-deferred exchanges
• Formation and maintenance of real estate holding entities, including corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships and trusts

Financing

• Preparation and review of residential and commercial lender documentation for interim, construction and permanent financing
• Comprehensive settlement services
• Counseling regarding restructuring of debt

Development & Construction

• Representation before municipal, state and federal permitting authorities
• Drafting, negotiating and reviewing design and construction contracts
• Preparation of condominium documentation

Leasing

• Drafting, negotiating and reviewing commercial leases for office, retail and manufacturing buildings.