Stephen C. Morgan, Esq., PLLC
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Real Estate Law

Investing in residential or commercial Real Estate is a complicated process that requires a significant commitment of your resources.  From start to finish, I can assist you with all your real property needs, including due diligence site reviews, construction site planning, representation before zoning boards, title analysis or simply drafting contracts or key documents for recording.  Whether you need guidance to purchase a residence or investment property, you are nervous about the mortgage lending process, or you got a post-purchase surprise, I can provide the legal support that is needed every step of the way.
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  • Land Use, Zoning & Planning
  • Residential & Commercial Transactions
  • Due Diligence Review
  • Title Review
  • Real Estate Litigation
  • Document Drafting
  •  Compliance with Truth In Lending or RESPA
  • Landlord-Tenant Law
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What I Can Do For You?

Residential & Commercial Buyer or Seller 
  • Advise on, modify or terminate rights under contracts
  • Review title & survey for boundary lines, easements, zoning, liens & encumbrances
  • Review title insurance policy to ensure full & proper coverage
  • Review property for neighborhood covenants, conditions & restrictions
  • Provide advice & documents to FSBOs
  • Explain LE & CD for TRID compliance; Review for errors/refund
  • Review & structure Seller Financing & private investor loans
  • Determine best way to hold title to minimize risk & protect privacy
  • Asset protection planning for investors
  • Create Trusts or business entities to hold title out of your name for privacy and risk mitigation purposes
  • Create business Investment Entities – LLCs, partnerships, corporations
  • Draft Deed & Deed of Trust for recording (CO approved or custom)
  • Quiet Title or Partition suits to resolve title disputes
  • Draft seller financing documents 
  • Attend Closings in lieu of client using Power of Attorney for non-local or incapacitated clients
  • Negotiate disputes with other parties
  • Follow up with parties regarding contract provisions, inspections & escrow
  • Provide Mediation between unrepresented parties with a minor dispute
  • Advise on water & mineral rights on property
  • Negotiate short sale or loan modifications with lenders
  • Attorney opinion letters to give to lenders/investors, especially FHA or VA
  • Advise on new home construction, incl. contracts, loans, defects, warranties
  • Litigation-including inadequate disclosures, contract breach
  • Specialty transactions: Sale-Leaseback; 1031 Like-kind Exchanges
  • Apply for re-zoning or special permits with local governments
  • Negotiate & litigate mechanics & tax liens on property
Representing Realtors, Brokers, Developers & Real Estate Investment Companies
  • Set up corporate entity for business or investments
  • Review & develop Asset Protection Plans
  • Assist with zoning & licensing applications or related issues
  • Representation for disciplinary hearings or lawsuits
  • Advise on RESPA issues, including joint ventures, marketing agreements & Unfair, Deceptive & Abusive Acts & Practices (UDAAP)
  • Review disclosures given to consumers to ensure transparency required by RESPA
  • Advise on independent contractor or employee status
  • Advise on employment contracts & non-compete agreements
  • Provide educational presentations upon request
  • Answer ethical questions related to fiduciary duty to clients
  • Review & advise on franchise agreements
  • Landlord-Tenant issues, including eviction 
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  • Home
  • Practice Areas
    • Real Estate Law
    • Estate Planning
    • Business Legal Services
    • Litigation
    • Personal Legal Services
    • Consumer Financial Services
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  • About
  • Contact