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Lawyers serving Jacksonville, Amelia Island & Northeast Florida |
Our firm specializes in real estate, small business representation, and commercial litigation.These and other areas are listed below. Click on the area name (or scroll down) for more information about it.
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Real EstateBack |
Our practice includes all areas of real estate. From environmental,
zoning, and land use issues for a new development to construction of your new home.
In Florida our firm, and most other real estate firms also serve as title insurance agents.
This allows us to both represent our client to assure that title to the property is
suitable and then to issue a title insurance policy for additional protection.
In Florida title is considered "GOOD" and "MARKETABLE" when it meets the standards
promulgated by as the
Uniform Title Standards
(click on this link to download / open 700k PDF file). Although by law title insurance
companies are not allowed to insure ownership where the title is not marketable,
it is not uncommon for this law to be violated. Title insurance is not a substitute
for good title as many clients later discover when making a claim. This is why it is so
important to first assure that title is good then insure the title.
If you have questions as to whether title to your property is "good" you should review the Uniform Title Standards. If you still have question, please call. To stay informed about Florida Community Association Laws, join our free list server hosted by Google. |
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AssociationsBack |
We represent both condominium and homeowner associations. We assist the
officers and directors in assuring compliance with their obligations under
Chapter
718 and Chapter
720 Florida Statutes. Our expertise in development and construction
law enables us to assist in transition of control to the homeowners and in
dealing with the common issue of defective construction that arises upon
completion of a development. We have a free e-mail subscription list to keep our clients and friends apprised of changes in condominium and association laws. To join this list, type in your email address below then click subscribe.
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ClosingsBack |
"Buying real estate is a complicated business. There are complex legal and title issues, plus a whole new vocabulary of unfamiliar terms to deal with. What is more, for most people it is still the biggest single purchase they will ever make. With all this in mind, don't you want someone on your side who is expert and knowledgeable? Your real estate attorney can look out for your interests, ensure that you get a clear title to your new property, as well as help you protect your investment for the future. Legal advice offers you something the average homebuyer really needs, and usually lacks: knowledge of the subtleties and peculiarities of real estate law and the transfer of property rights and title." (Brochure - 100k PDF file - provided by Attorneys' Title Insurance Fund). | |||
MortgagesBack
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We can help you find a mortgage loan for your commercial or residential
property. Experienced in workouts, private financing, and with access to
wholesale residential mortgage loans -- call us first.
More information & checklist on Residential Loans. Residential Loan Application - PDF file - provided by Amelia Mortgage Services, Inc.). |
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Title InsuranceBack |
"A lot of homebuyers are confused by title insurance. Is it optional?
Is it something you may not need, like an extended warranty on
an appliance? What exactly does it insure, anyway?" (Brochure - 94k PDF file - provided by Attorneys' Title Insurance Fund). |
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CondemnationBack |
We assist property owners whose property is affected by condemnation proceedings (eminent domain). Typically our fees and costs are paid by the condemning authority. For Florida Dept. of Transportation procedures regarding condemnation go to: FDOT Brochure. (PDF file) | |||
CorporationsBack |
We assist with selection and formation of business entities. Florida law
has many options including corporations, general partnerships, limited
partnerships, limited liability partnerships, and limited liability
companies. For information of costs and procedures to form a Florida
corporation go to:
Florida Corporation
Fees & Costs.
Click here for IRS definition of a "S" Corporation. [PDF File] |
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Business LawBack |
As an example in this area - information on
business entity choice in Florida.
2007 Article on Florida Business Entities. [MS Word File PowerPoint Presentation] |
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Wills & ProbateBack |
What is a Will? What can be accomplished by a will? What happens when there is no will? Other questions? Find answers here. We assist with eldercare issues, trusts and estate planning. | |||
LitigationBack |
Tom McKeel has extensive experience representing plaintiffs and defendants in
civil litigation. Our clients benefit from the knowledge gained from 100s
of trials before juries and judges. Our approach is to provide individual
attention to every civil action with direct management of every case by the
attorney who will work with you from the first meeting through trial and
appeals. We offer free consultations for personal injury claims. We represent injured persons on a contingency fee basis, which means that there is no cost for our professional fees or costs unless you win. Unlike many firms that accept cases only to refer the clients to another lawyer, we represent our clients at every stage from initial consultation, settlement discussions, trial, and appeals. |
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