Navigating the complexities of real estate law requires experienced legal counsel. At Silverman Thompson, our team of real estate lawyers in Maryland provides comprehensive legal services to individuals and businesses alike. Whether you are dealing with a residential dispute, a complex commercial transaction, or land use and zoning issues, our attorneys possess the expertise to guide you through every step of the process.
Avery Strachan, a seasoned partner at Silverman Thompson, leads our real estate team. Avery and his team are highly skilled in handling a broad spectrum of real estate matters, encompassing both transactional work and litigation. Their experience includes landlord-tenant disputes, facilitating smooth buyer and seller transactions, resolving property construction and development challenges, and providing strategic real estate management advice.
Our client base is diverse, reflecting our broad capabilities. We proudly represent local, regional, and national developers, owners, operators, and managers of various property types, including:
- Apartment buildings (multi-family)
- Office buildings
- Industrial buildings
- Retail buildings and shopping centers
- Warehouses
- Hospitality spaces (hotels, motels, and resorts)
- Flex spaces
- Mixed-use projects
Beyond commercial clients, our real estate lawyers in Maryland also advocate for homeowners, landowners, condominium and community associations, and nationally recognized title insurance companies in a wide array of real property disputes.
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For immediate assistance from our dedicated real estate team, please contact us at 410-385-2225.
Maryland Landlord-Tenant Lawyers: Resolving Disputes Efficiently
Disputes between landlords and tenants in Maryland can escalate quickly, ranging from summary ejectment proceedings in district court to intricate litigation and class action lawsuits in circuit and federal courts. These cases often involve significant financial and emotional stakes, covering issues such as property damage, personal injury claims, interpretation of complex lease terms, and more.
At Silverman Thompson, our Maryland landlord-tenant lawyers, including attorneys Avery Strachan and Kerri Smith, offer robust representation to a diverse clientele. We represent individual residential landlords, residential property management companies, and both commercial landlords and tenants. Our expertise spans property management best practices, property development and leasing agreements, and all facets of commercial landlord-tenant law.
Whether you are a landlord seeking to protect your property rights or a tenant facing unfair eviction or lease violations, our experienced team is here to provide strategic counsel and vigorous advocacy.
Learn more about Silverman Thompson’s landlord-tenant practice here
Real Estate Purchase, Ownership & Management Lawyers in Maryland
Silverman Thompson’s real estate team functions as a comprehensive, full-service real estate practice, dedicated to serving property owners, operators, and managers throughout Maryland. We understand the multifaceted legal challenges that arise in the lifecycle of real property, from initial development and construction to ongoing ownership and daily management.
Our Maryland real estate purchase lawyers possess extensive experience in litigation, administrative proceedings, and transactional matters. This broad skillset allows us to effectively address any legal issue related to the purchase, ownership, and management of real estate in Maryland. From negotiating complex purchase agreements to resolving ownership disputes, our team is equipped to handle it all.
Real Estate Litigation Attorneys in Maryland: Protecting Your Interests in Court
When real estate disputes escalate, you need seasoned litigators who understand the intricacies of Maryland real property law. The real estate litigation attorneys in Maryland at Silverman Thompson are adept at representing businesses and individuals in all types of real estate law cases, in both state and federal courts. We are trial-ready and committed to achieving the best possible outcome for our clients through strategic and aggressive litigation.
Our litigation experience covers a wide range of real estate disputes, including:
- Buyer and seller disputes: We handle cases involving misrepresentation and/or nondisclosure of property defects, ensuring our clients are protected from fraudulent or negligent actions.
- Property rights disputes: We advocate for the property rights of shopping centers, industrial complexes, and office buildings, addressing issues that can impact business operations and property value.
- Landowner and neighbor disputes: Our attorneys resolve disputes between landowners and neighbors, including quiet title actions, adverse possession claims, trespass and nuisance claims, and boundary line disagreements.
- Construction claims: We handle construction-related litigation, including mechanics’ liens and disputes arising from construction defects or delays.
- Condominium and homeowners’ association disputes: We represent both associations and individual owners in disputes related to governance, assessments, and property rights within community associations.
- Lis pendens: We are experienced in handling matters involving lis pendens, ensuring our clients’ property interests are protected during litigation.
- Injunctions and receiverships: We pursue and defend against injunctions and receiverships in real estate disputes, utilizing these powerful legal tools when necessary.
In addition to courtroom advocacy, our team also has extensive experience in mediation and arbitration. We understand that alternative dispute resolution can often provide a more efficient and cost-effective path to resolution. Our attorneys are skilled negotiators, and we leverage the mediation process to achieve favorable agreements for our clients, mitigating the risks and expenses associated with trial.
Administrative Real Estate Law in Maryland: Navigating Government Regulations
Dealing with state and local government agencies is often a necessary part of real estate ownership and development. Silverman Thompson’s administrative real estate lawyers in Maryland work diligently with government entities to resolve legal obstacles to development and address issues that arise during real property ownership.
Our administrative law services include:
- Property tax and assessment disputes: We challenge unfair property tax assessments to ensure our clients are not overpaying.
- Code violations: We assist clients in resolving code violations and navigating compliance requirements.
- Water bill disputes: We handle disputes related to water bills, ensuring fair and accurate billing.
- Correction notices from local government agencies: We help clients understand and respond effectively to correction notices from government agencies.
- Condemnations, regulatory takings, and eminent domain: We represent property owners facing condemnation or eminent domain proceedings, protecting their rights to just compensation.
Transactional Real Estate Lawyers in Maryland: Facilitating Smooth Deals
From acquisitions to leasing agreements, real estate transactions require careful legal attention to detail. The transactional real estate lawyers in Maryland at Silverman Thompson possess extensive experience in purchasing, selling, and leasing both residential and commercial properties.
Our transactional services include:
- Lease drafting and negotiation: We draft and negotiate various types of leases, including PAD leases, triple net leases, and build-to-suit leases, ensuring our clients’ interests are protected in lease agreements.
- Acquisitions: We guide clients through the complex process of real estate acquisitions, from due diligence to closing.
- Purchase and sale of real property and associated assets: We handle all aspects of real estate purchase and sale transactions, ensuring a smooth and legally sound process.
- Buyer/seller transactions: We represent both buyers and sellers in residential and commercial real estate transactions.
- Lender liability and regulatory violations: We advise clients on lender liability issues and represent them in cases involving regulatory violations.
- Business entity formation: We assist with business entity formation for real estate ventures, providing guidance on the optimal legal structure.
- Homeowners’ association formation and governance: We advise developers and homeowners on the formation and governance of homeowners’ associations.
- General corporate and contract matters: Our real estate expertise is complemented by our knowledge of general corporate and contract law, providing comprehensive legal support for our clients.
Significant Real Estate Representation in Maryland
Silverman Thompson’s track record speaks for itself. We have a proven history of success representing a wide range of clients in significant real estate matters throughout Maryland, including:
- Representing several of Maryland’s premier property management companies in all aspects of managing residential and commercial properties.
- Serving as counsel for a large, publicly held real estate investment trust in all its Maryland litigation matters.
- Advising multiple restaurateurs throughout Baltimore City and the state on lease negotiation and related transactions.
- Representing a large grocery chain in drafting and negotiating multiple pad site leases for commercial properties.
- Counseling numerous franchisees with locations across the country and in Maryland on lease negotiations and related transactions.
Zoning, Land Use & Construction Litigation Lawyers in Maryland
Navigating zoning regulations and land use laws in Maryland can be a daunting task. Silverman Thompson’s land use and zoning attorneys provide expert guidance to clients ranging from individual property owners to Fortune 500 companies. We assist them in navigating the complex entitlement process for diverse real estate development projects and zoning matters.
Our zoning and land use lawyers in Maryland are skilled in handling:
- Zoning approvals and variances
- Special exceptions
- Permitting processes
- Development agreements
- Appeals of administrative decisions
- Construction litigation related to zoning and land use
Read more about our zoning, land use, and construction practice here or contact Joseph R. Woolman directly at [email protected].
Baltimore City Liquor Board Processes: Expertise in Hospitality Licensing
For businesses in the bar, restaurant, and hospitality industry in Baltimore City, navigating the liquor licensing process is crucial. Joseph R. Woolman leads Silverman Thompson’s Baltimore City Liquor Board practice, offering specialized legal services to help clients obtain and maintain liquor licenses in the Baltimore metropolitan area.
Our Baltimore City Liquor Board services include:
- Assistance with liquor license applications
- Representation at Liquor Board hearings
- License renewal and transfer guidance
- Compliance advice
- Defense against Liquor Board violations
Read more about Mr. Woolman’s Baltimore City Liquor Board practice here or contact him directly at [email protected].
Meet Our Maryland Real Estate Law Team
Our dedicated team of real estate lawyers in Maryland at Silverman Thompson is committed to providing exceptional legal service and achieving favorable outcomes for our clients.
Avery Strachan, Partner [email protected]
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Kerri Smith, Partner[email protected]
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Joseph R. Woolman, III, Partner [email protected]
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Erin D. Brooks, Associate [email protected]
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