Real Estate Law in Philadelphia

Key Real Estate Law Topics in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania, presented by Harper J. Dimmerman, Attorney at Law. Mr. Dimmerman is a seasoned Philadelphia real estate lawyer and litigator in Philadelphia. He is not currently accepting litigation matters. Philadelphia real estate law and throughout the rest of Pennsylvania even can be quite complicated, not to mention fast-paced. Giving yourself the added security of a qualified lawyer to protect your interests can make a significant difference. Taking that extra time for due diligence or securing a more protective agreement of sale can save a buyer or seller inordinate amounts of time and legal fees in the future. Generally, the American Rule will apply and attorneys' fees will not be recoverable, ever where you have arguably been aggrieved and relatively blameless in the process.

Agreements of Sale for Real Estate

Are you in the process of buying or selling residential or commercial real estate? You have the right to have a qualified attorney review the deal and to draft the necessary documents. Putting too much money down or not having the necessary contingencies, could lead to problems after the contract is signed. What if you cannot even the real estate as a legal triplex, for instance?

Residential and Commercial Leases

Do you have a new business? Were you just presented with an incredibly detailed and one-sided lease? Is the commercial landlord trying to exploit you because it has the zoning you need and essentially giving you a take-it-or-leave-it proposition? Are you the personal guarantor? Is there a confession of judgment clause? Do you feel like you lack bargaining strength because the location is good or the zoning fits with your particular business? Contract law can be one of those most damning areas of the law when things go wrong. Do not sign anything until a competent attorney reviews your lease. You could be setting your business up for failure before it even commences. Mr. Dimmerman has litigated these real estate cases and knows.

Contract Drafting

Mr. Dimmerman can assist with most aspects of the real estate transaction process.

Real Estate Advocacy 

Having a real estate attorney on your side can ensure that you are truly protected, so that the interests of others in the process do not interfere with your objectives. Sometimes, deciphering whether another party is truly acting in your best interests can be difficult to ascertain.