Real Estate

Residential and Commercial Real Estate Attorneys

At Howard P.C., our attorneys are able to handle real estate matters ranging from large, complex real estate transactions to residential closings or tenant evictions. Regardless of the size and scope of your real estate matter, we approach it with the same professional thoroughness and personal attention we devote to all of our clients.

Whether you are a residential or commercial real estate lessor, buyer or seller of residential or commercial property, homeowners association, condominium association, developer, contractor, architect or realtor, you need to protect your real estate investment.

We can meet the real estate law needs of clients in Grand Rapids or anywhere in Michigan, assisting with both leasing transactional issues that require negotiation and skillfully-drafted contracts, to disputes that call for Howard P.C.'s brand of tenacious litigation.

In addition, Howard P.C.'s depth of experience in other business areas such as commercial law and litigation, licensing and construction law all add great insight to a real estate and leasing practice that comprises financing, construction, development and contracts, including:

• Assisting buyers and sellers with the purchase and sale of residential and commercial property, including drafting, negotiating and review of purchase agreements, buy-sell agreements, land contracts and other seller financing, title work inspections and assisting with closing documents & attending closings
• New construction development, redevelopment and repurposing
• Landlord-tenant matters including eviction proceedings and drafting, negotiation of leases
• Environmental matters
• Property management
• Business organizations
• Zoning and land use
• Housing code violations
• Eminent Domain
• Foreclosures
• Forfeitures
• Property damage, including damage during construction
• Condominium development and condominium conversions
• Drafting and enforcement of Homeowners Association Bylaws, Rules and restrictions

In cases where there are problems with real estate transactions such as issues with zoning and land use, fraud, or failure to disclose defects in the property, we will negotiate a favorable settlement or litigate the matter to a successful conclusion. 

Commercial Real Estate Transactions & Leasing Disputes

Howard P.C. expertly crafts commercial leases that protect the interests of our client and avoid disputes and misunderstandings over the life of the contract.

We know leases are meant to be the framework for a trouble-free relationship, so we custom-tailor each lease to the business needs of our client and the characteristics of the property itself. If disputes arise in a landlord-tenant matter we attempt to resolve the issues amicably. When the parties cannot resolve their differences, we assist landlords in evicting tenants.

In every case, our attorneys are dedicated to providing Howard P.C.'s unique brand of personal service, along with the legal guidance that will help our clients accomplish their goals.

Please Contact us if you have questions regarding a real estate transaction, or if you would like to schedule an in-person meeting.