Finding a Lawyer in Florida

You can buy property in Florida without using a lawyer, simply by relying on the estate agent, broker and title-closing agent to oversee the deal, and some agents will advertise the house-buying process as ‘lawyer-free’.

But this is not advisable for foreign buyers, whose house purchases invariably through up far more issues. Local estate agents may not be aware of the best options available to UK buyers and you may find it a false economy to stint on lawyer’s fees. You need someone to represent you and to check all contracts.
Once you have made an offer on a property, we will help you find a title lawyer. He or She will establish if there are any problems with the property, such as any outstanding mortgages. As most of the properties in Florida are new and US legislation is tight, there are far fewer complications than with house-buying in Europe.

It is also easy to arrange title insurance, to protect you against any problems that may arise in the future.

At the time of completion, all signing of documents is done through a notary, who is paid to ensure that both parties understand their legal obligations.