Brooklyn Real Estate Lawyer

Real Estate Closing Attorney Serving Brooklyn, NY

Buying or selling property in Brooklyn is one of the largest financial commitments most people will make. Whether you are a first-time buyer in Bushwick, selling a family home in Bay Ridge, or closing on an investment property in Bed-Stuy, a Brooklyn real estate closing attorney can protect your rights and your money throughout the transaction.

Our firm represents buyers and sellers in Brooklyn residential real estate closings from contract to closing day. We draft and review purchase contracts, order and analyze title reports, coordinate with lenders and title companies, and attend the closing on your behalf. Our goal is to identify potential problems before they become costly disputes and to make sure the closing goes smoothly.

Brooklyn's real estate market has unique characteristics. Many properties in neighborhoods like Park Slope, Carroll Gardens, and Prospect Heights involve multi-family brownstones where zoning, certificate of occupancy issues, and tenant rights require careful legal review. A Brooklyn real estate attorney who understands these local conditions can help you avoid surprises that delay or derail your closing.

Co-op and Condo Lawyer in Brooklyn

Brooklyn has a significant co-op inventory in neighborhoods like Bay Ridge, Flatbush, and Midwood, alongside a growing condominium market in Williamsburg, DUMBO, and Greenpoint. Co-ops and condos make up a large share of Brooklyn's housing stock, and each property type carries its own set of legal requirements. A Brooklyn co-op lawyer can guide you through the board application process, review the building's financial statements, analyze the proprietary lease and house rules, and negotiate any conditions the board imposes on your purchase.

Co-op transactions in Brooklyn often move at a different pace than traditional home sales. The board approval process can add weeks or months to the timeline, and boards have wide discretion to accept or reject buyers. Our firm prepares thorough board packages and coordinates with managing agents to keep the process on track. Brooklyn co-op boards in buildings along Ocean Parkway and in neighborhoods like Sheepshead Bay often have specific requirements for down payments, debt-to-income ratios, and post-closing reserves that differ from building to building. Condo developments along the Williamsburg and Greenpoint waterfront frequently include complex offering plan amendments that buyers should review carefully.

For Brooklyn condo purchases, we review the offering plan (for new developments) or the building's financials, bylaws, and common charges. We verify that the sponsor has met all legal obligations and that the unit is free of liens or outstanding violations. Whether you are buying a newly converted loft in DUMBO or a pre-war condo in Brooklyn Heights, we make sure you understand what you are purchasing before you sign.

Residential Purchase and Sale Closings

Brooklyn's residential market ranges from brownstone townhouses in Park Slope and Carroll Gardens to new development condominiums in Williamsburg and Downtown Brooklyn, each with distinct closing requirements. Every Brooklyn real estate transaction begins with the contract. In New York, the seller's attorney typically drafts the contract of sale, and the buyer's attorney reviews and negotiates the terms. This back-and-forth is where critical protections are built into the deal: mortgage contingencies, inspection contingencies, deposit terms, closing date provisions, and representations about the property's condition.

Our Brooklyn real estate lawyers handle purchase and sale transactions for single-family homes, multi-family properties, townhouses, and vacant land throughout Brooklyn. We represent both buyers and sellers, though never on the same transaction. For buyers, we focus on making sure you have adequate protections if something goes wrong before closing. For sellers, we work to minimize your liability exposure and to move the deal forward efficiently. Brownstone purchases in neighborhoods like Park Slope, Fort Greene, and Clinton Hill often involve properties built in the 19th century with complex title histories, landmark restrictions, and potential structural considerations that require thorough due diligence. New development purchases in areas like Downtown Brooklyn and Williamsburg involve offering plan review and sponsor negotiation.

Commercial and Multi-Family Real Estate in Brooklyn

Brooklyn is one of the most active multi-family investment markets in the city, with two-to-four family properties in Bed-Stuy, Crown Heights, and Bushwick attracting both first-time investors and experienced operators. Brooklyn's commercial and multi-family real estate market has grown significantly over the past decade. Neighborhoods like Williamsburg, Greenpoint, Gowanus, and Industry City attract investors, developers, and business owners looking to purchase mixed-use buildings, multi-family investment properties, and commercial spaces.

We represent buyers and sellers in the purchase and sale of commercial properties, multi-family buildings, and mixed-use properties throughout Brooklyn. These transactions involve additional due diligence beyond standard residential closings, including review of existing tenant leases, rent roll verification, rent stabilization compliance, zoning and certificate of occupancy analysis, environmental considerations, and building violation searches. Brooklyn multi-family investors should be aware of the borough's rent stabilization rules, certificate of occupancy requirements for three-family and larger buildings, and the Department of Buildings violation history that can affect both the purchase price and ongoing operating costs.

Multi-family properties are a cornerstone of Brooklyn's real estate market. Whether you are acquiring a four-unit brownstone in Crown Heights or a larger apartment building in Flatbush, our firm conducts the legal and financial due diligence that protects your investment.

Title Search and Insurance for Brooklyn Properties

Brooklyn properties, particularly brownstones and older multi-family buildings, can have complex title histories including outstanding liens, easements, and unresolved estate claims that require thorough examination. Title issues are among the most common problems in Brooklyn real estate transactions. Older properties may have decades of ownership history, and defects in that chain of title can create serious legal exposure for buyers. Our firm orders comprehensive title searches, reviews the results, and works to resolve any issues before closing.

Common title problems we encounter in Brooklyn include unreleased mortgages, tax liens, judgments against prior owners, mechanics' liens from renovation work, and estate issues where a prior owner passed away without a proper transfer. We coordinate with title insurance companies to ensure our clients receive adequate coverage against future claims. Older Brooklyn properties, particularly brownstones that have changed hands multiple times over a century or more, can have title issues including unsatisfied mortgages, mechanic's liens from past renovations, and estate-related claims from prior owners. Our firm works with title companies to resolve these issues before closing.

Why Brooklyn Clients Choose Agarunov Law Firm

Agarunov Law Firm has been serving Brooklyn real estate clients from our Lower Manhattan office since 2012. Our proximity to Brooklyn and our familiarity with the borough's neighborhoods, property types, and market conditions give us a practical advantage when handling your transaction.

• Flat-fee residential closings with no hidden costs
• Same-day contract review turnaround when needed
• Available evenings and weekends for closings and consultations
• Experience with Brooklyn co-ops, condos, brownstones, and multi-family properties
• Licensed in both New York and New Jersey for cross-border transactions