Attorney Real Estate Partnerships: Bring Cases to a Close

In many cases we can list within seventy two hours of receiving authority, access, and a clear path for valuation and marketing. That window allows us to confirm the order, pull preliminary title, coordinate photographs or as is documentation, and select the appropriate strategy for the file. If timelines are extremely tight, we can often move even faster with an investor driven path.

At minimum we need a copy of the order or authority, confirmation of who can sign on behalf of the seller, basic file facts, and any deadlines imposed by the court, lender, or foreclosure trustee. If there are known liens, title issues, or occupant concerns, we ask for those upfront. From there we complete a brief intake with you or your staff so we can take the real estate piece off your desk.

Our goal is to have approved legal fees reflected on the settlement statement and paid directly from escrow at closing. We work with you and escrow to document the fee structure in a way that supports court review and lender approval. When equity is limited, we may explore buyer contributions, short sale approvals, or as is investor terms, subject to approval by the court and any lienholders.

Yes. Many of our matters involve limited or negative equity. In those situations we evaluate options such as lender approved short sales, negotiated buyer contributions toward costs and fees, and as is cash offers from our investor network. We are candid about what is realistic and we coordinate with you so the proposed structure can be presented for court or trustee approval.

We handle many files that are in pre foreclosure or already scheduled for a trustee sale. Our first step is to understand the timeline and any prior loss mitigation efforts. When appropriate, we work with the lender or trustee to request additional time while a sale is structured. Results depend on the specific lender and file history, but our experience and documentation significantly improve the chances of a cooperative solution.

We sell properties both as is and after targeted make ready work. When speed or condition is the main concern, we often place a vetted investor buyer who can close quickly and take on cleanup and repairs themselves. When the file would benefit from broader market exposure, we may recommend limited repairs or cleanup to support retail financing. In either case, we coordinate the work so you are not managing vendors.

We routinely work with properties that have significant hazards, including hoarding, biohazard and infectious waste, paraphernalia, rodents or insects, mold, and heavy debris. We engage specialized cleanup and remediation vendors, coordinate access, and document the work for the file. When funds are tight, we explore vendors who are willing to be paid at closing, subject to the numbers and approvals.

Yes. We coordinate lawful access plans and documentation that align with your legal strategy. That can include notices, cash for keys arrangements where appropriate, and careful tracking of communications and entry. Our investor network can also purchase properties with occupants in place when a move out is not feasible before closing. We work closely with counsel so that every step supports the record.

We structure purchase contracts to reflect required court language, notice periods, overbid rules where they apply, and confirmation steps for your jurisdiction. We confirm expectations with you before going under contract and build timelines that allow for hearings, objections, or overbid opportunities if needed. The intent is to reduce rework, avoid post approval surprises, and protect your record.

We have extensive experience with Chapter Seven, Eleven, and Thirteen sales, including trustee and debtor driven matters. We understand how to coordinate with the trustee, court, and lender so contracts, timelines, and proceeds distribution reflect the requirements of the bankruptcy case. Our role is to manage valuation, marketing, buyers, and closing so you can focus on the legal strategy.

We are based in Seattle and handle matters throughout the greater Puget Sound and across Washington state. Many of our files are in King, Snohomish, Pierce, and Kitsap counties, but we are frequently engaged on matters in surrounding counties as well. If you have a property outside that footprint, we are happy to discuss whether it is a fit or help you identify local resources.

You will have one primary point of contact from intake through closing. We provide concise email updates you can drop directly into the file, along with key milestones such as valuation, listing launch, offers, contract execution, and closing. When needed, we also join status calls with you and your client or your team so everyone stays aligned.

Our compensation is typically paid as a broker commission through escrow at closing, not as an hourly fee or retainer to the attorney. In some distressed or investor driven matters the structure may look slightly different, but our goal is always to align compensation with a successful closing. We are transparent about costs and will outline the proposed structure early so you can present it for approval.

Yes. Many attorneys ask us to provide preliminary pricing guidance, estimated net sheets, and scenario comparisons before an order is entered or a plan is presented to the court. We are glad to consult in the background so you can advise your client on what is realistic and what timelines and outcomes to expect if a sale is ordered.

You can call our office, email a brief summary of the matter, or submit details through the contact form on this site. From there we schedule a short call to review the file, confirm authority, and outline options. Once you are ready for us to proceed, we coordinate directly with your office and the client according to your preferences.