For many, a major part of fulfilling the American Dream is owning your own house.  The career you choose as well as whether or not you need a white picket fence or 2.5 kids are optional, but being a homeowner represents a special kind of freedom and independence that so many Americans strive for.

Real estate transactions can be complicated and hard to follow, and while you might be signing for the house of your dreams, the process can feel more like a nightmare.  To help you navigate the signing process, you’ll want a trained real estate Lawyer on your side.

A depth of legal knowledge and a careful review of the extensive paperwork are necessary to ensure your property transaction goes off without a hitch.  Fluent with Florida state law, our Miami real estate attorneys will help you successfully close on your dream home.

While acquiring the means to buy a house is no small venture, often taking many years of hard work to pay off a mortgage, the threat of losing your home can often arise much more abruptly.  Financial turbulence can come along without warning, and unforeseen circumstances can make it difficult to make payments to lenders.

Even so, you have rights.

Times are tough: last year, Florida completed more foreclosures than any other state in the Union.  With 117,564 foreclosures statewide, more than twice as many Florida homes were reclaimed than anywhere else in the country.

If you have defaulted on your loans and face foreclosure, don’t lose hope.  Even if the bank is attempting to take over your home, you can still take a stand, and you are not alone – with the help of our Miami or Fort Lauderdale attorneys, you always have a fighting chance.

When the law is working against you, Gilbert & Smallman will work with you to secure your property rights.