Negotiate
Get the terms right
Bay Area Real Estate Transaction Attorneys Who Keep Your Deal Moving
Your deal won't wait. You have a live transaction, a tight timeline, and a stack of terms you're not sure about. Every day of delay puts the deal at risk.
That's when you need a real estate transaction attorney who moves at deal speed.
From letter of intent to the closing table
Real Estate Transactions We Handle
We review, draft, and negotiate the documents that put your deal on solid ground, at every stage.
1
Purchase & Sale Agreements
Agreements that protect you from the letter of intent through closing, for residential and commercial deals.
Commercial Leases
Leasing space or leasing it out, we negotiate terms that anticipate disputes before they happen.
2
Investigate
Find problems before you sign
Due Diligence
Zoning, permits, environmental reports, existing leases. Surprises surface before you sign, not after.
Title Review
Preliminary title reports read line by line. We flag defects and liens and clear the path to a clean closing.
3
Close
Get to the finish line
Escrow Issues
Escrow stalled or a contingency dispute threatening your deposit? We step in and keep your closing on track.
Closing Coordination
We coordinate with lenders, title companies, and brokers so every condition is satisfied on closing day.
Already have a buyer? Skip the broker.
A known buyer, a family member, or a trust sale can close without a broker's commission.
Close with confidence, not crossed fingers
Small Clauses, Big Consequences
Whatever brought you here, the stakes are the same: your equity, your income, and your peace of mind. Left unreviewed, routine terms turn into expensive problems.
A routine clause → becomes a lawsuit
A missed contingency → costs you your deposit
A vague lease term → bleeds rental incomet
Our Approach
Getting the Deal Right Before It's Signed
Most firms review a contract after the trouble starts. We prefer to be involved before you sign.
Most firms
Review a contract after the trouble starts.
Danfoura Law Group
Involved before you sign.
- We read every clause with an eye toward what could go wrong
- We negotiate the terms that actually matter
- We flag the contingencies that protect your deposit
If a problem does surface, we already know the deal inside and out, and you'll never be told to "just sign it" when your position deserves better terms.
Where We Handle Transactions
Danfoura Law Group handles real estate transactions for property owners across the entire State of California, from our office in Burlingame.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an attorney to buy or sell property in California?
California law doesn't require an attorney for most residential sales, but it's strongly recommended for commercial deals, trust or entity-owned property, off-market sales, and any transaction without a broker. An attorney reviews the purchase agreement, catches title issues early, and protects your deposit if the deal runs into trouble.
When should I bring in a real estate attorney during a transaction?
Bring in an attorney before you sign — not after. The best time is when you're reviewing the letter of intent or the purchase agreement, because that's when terms can still change. You especially need counsel when the deal is commercial, when the property is held in a trust or an entity, when there's no broker involved, or when escrow surfaces a title problem.
A Trusted Partner for Your Next Property Deal
Tell us about the purchase, sale, or lease you're working through. A partner will respond within 24 hours. Your first consultation is free.
