Real Estate Legal Services in Westchester County
Real estate transactions represent significant financial commitments. In New York, attorney involvement in real estate matters is standard practice—and for good reason. Legal counsel protects your interests throughout the process, identifying issues before they become problems and ensuring smooth closings.
At Dillon & Dillon, we have handled residential and commercial real estate transactions throughout Westchester County for over 25 years.
Residential Real Estate
Representing Buyers
When you purchase property, we:
Review and negotiate the contract of sale
Explain contingencies and ensure adequate protection
Order and analyze the title search
Review the survey for encroachments or easements
Coordinate with your lender
Address issues that arise during due diligence
Review all closing documents
Attend the closing and ensure proper transfer of title
Handle recording of documents
Representing Sellers
When you sell property, we:
Prepare or review the contract of sale
Negotiate terms favorable to sellers
Address buyer due diligence requests
Resolve title issues
Prepare transfer documents
Coordinate mortgage payoffs
Attend closing
The Value of Experienced Counsel
We have encountered numerous situations where careful legal review prevented significant problems:
Environmental issues (buried oil tanks, contaminated soil) discovered before closing
Title defects that would have clouded ownership
Contract terms that inadequately protected our clients
Co-op board approval issues
Survey discrepancies revealing encroachments
Identifying these issues before closing—rather than after—protects your investment and your peace of mind.
Commercial Real Estate
Commercial transactions involve additional complexity:
Enhanced due diligence requirements
Entity structuring for ownership
Environmental considerations
Zoning and compliance review
Complex lease negotiations
Title insurance considerations
We represent businesses in commercial acquisitions, sales, and leasing throughout Westchester County.
Westchester-Specific Considerations
Real estate in Westchester County presents distinctive characteristics:
Co-ops: Common in many communities, with complex approval processes and transfer requirements
Older Properties: May have title histories requiring careful examination
Local Variations: Tax rates, zoning, and municipal requirements vary significantly
Waterfront Properties: Involve riparian rights and flood zone considerations
Local experience matters. We understand the particular issues that arise in Westchester transactions.
Communities We Serve
We handle real estate matters throughout Westchester County, including Mamaroneck, Larchmont, Rye, Harrison, White Plains, Scarsdale, Bronxville, New Rochelle, Pelham, Mount Vernon, Yonkers, Tarrytown, Chappaqua, Bedford, and all surrounding communities.
Contact Us
If you are buying, selling, or refinancing property in Westchester County, contact us to discuss how we can assist.
Dillon & Dillon L.L.C. (914) 698-3216 | alan.dillon@dillonlaw.com
