Real Estate and Contractors
Real Estate often represents the most valuable asset many people own. It is an essential element in the economic vitality of the Washington Metropolitan area. From realtors, lenders and contractors to owners, landlords and tenants, the law of real property touches us all. Wade, Friedman & Sutter, PC provides counsel and representation in matters concerning the purchase and sale of residential and commercial real estate, land use, contracting and small business and title disputes whether they arise in the context of contract disputes, estates, bankruptcy or personal injury.
Land Use
The attorneys at Wade, Friedman & Sutter, PC recognize that land use disputes and litigation have the potential to destroy the economic viability of even the most promising project. That is why our attorneys focus on crafting pragmatic approaches and identifying creative "win-win" solutions. As experienced business attorneys, Wade, Friedman & Sutter, PC will consider your land use needs in context with your business organization and local planning requirements. The attorneys at Wade, Friedman & Sutter, PC can assist you and guide you in land use planning, financing, expert selections, application submissions, board hearings and conditional purchase contracts. We strive to achieve the most economically efficient possible outcome for our clients through negotiation and, when necessary, litigation.
Contractors and Small Business Owners
Tradesmen and Contractors are pistons in the engine of our local economy. Owners and Contractors throughout Northern Virginia routinely seek the services offered by Wade, Friedman & Sutter, PC because the attorneys at Wade, Friedman & Sutter, PC have experience and have developed a reputation for aggressive, sensible representation.
The attorneys at Wade, Friedman & Sutter, PC have experience representing contractors in litigation in the local courts as well before the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation. We regularly counsel our clients on matters of entity formation, and have experience in drafting legal documents such as leases, independent contractor agreements, construction contracts, asset purchases and mechanic's liens. We further understand that receivables are life-blood for tradesmen and contractors, and we represent contractors in the collection of past due receivables in local courts as well as bankruptcy courts.
Title Disputes
Wade, Friedman & Sutter, PC has developed a distinct and recognized proficiency in matters involving land title defects and disputes concerning land titles. For more than three decades, our attorneys have provided extensive representation in all aspects of real estate ownership, including evaluating the condition of record title, resolving boundary disputes, clearing title defects, establishing appurtenant rights, and assuring access.
Our experience in this area is complemented by the firm's active involvement in real estate transactional work, bankruptcy, land use, and real estate litigation. Our lawyers combine vigorous courtroom advocacy with focused knowledge of title policy language, insurer liability issues, real property law, foreclosure process, leasehold interests and bankruptcy law.
Whether for owners, lenders or tenants, title insurance is an important component of any real estate transaction. Wade, Friedman & Sutter, PC has developed a significant practice in representing aggrieved parties when claims arise. We have noted and skilled litigators who are particularly well versed in the nuances of title insurance policy terminology, and who have acquired a special familiarity with the body of case law bearing on issues ranging from eminent domain and easements by prescription to adverse possession.
Wade, Friedman & Sutter, PC offers substantial efficiencies in these services that are the product of our familiarity with the subject area and our systematic approach to assessing claims, assembling facts and background information, conducting litigation and constantly consulting with our clients to achieve realistic, practical and constructive results.
With a solid command of both general real estate law and the distinct principles governing title deficiencies and title insurance coverages, we provide constructive and timely legal counsel to our clients. We invite you to take advantage of our valuable capabilities in this significant aspect of the real estate industry.
Contact Us
Call us at 703-836-9030 to arrange a consultation, or contact us online.
