TRU LEGAL
South Florida waterfront estate
Practice Area · Real Estate & Title

Real Estate Closing
Attorney in Miami Lakes

In Florida real estate, the difference between a successful transaction and a costly legal vulnerability lies in the details. We go far beyond a standard title company — providing attorney-led oversight from contract to keys, identifying risks before they become litigation, and aligning every deal with your broader asset protection strategy.

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Our Core Capabilities

Attorney-Led Oversight,
Frame by Frame

  • White-Glove Real Estate Closings Concierge coordination with lenders, agents, HOAs, and insurers; secure escrow and disbursement; and expert oversight at the closing table on every residential and commercial deal.
  • Meticulous Title & Contract Examination Forensic chain-of-title analysis that uncovers hidden liens, unsatisfied judgments, and unrecorded easements — then resolves them well before closing day.
  • Title Insurance Underwriting Robust policies issued with top-tier underwriters to bulletproof your property against risks undiscovered in the public record.
  • Proactive Acquisition & Transfer Counsel Strategic guidance on how to take title — individually, by LLC, or in trust — to maximize asset protection and tax benefits.
  • FIRPTA Compliance Essential counsel for foreign investors to comply with the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act and avoid severe IRS penalties.
The Attorney Advantage

A title company
is not enough.

Many buyers leave their real estate wealth in the hands of non-legal title companies. As attorneys, our job does not end when the deal closes — it protects your legal interests against future claims.

If a conflict arises during inspection, appraisal, or financing, we are your negotiating arm, fully equipped to mediate or litigate. And we integrate every transaction with your broader estate and asset protection plan — 360° vision, not a property in isolation.

Real estate is about the legal foundation upon which your wealth stands.
Common Questions

Real Estate & Title FAQ

Why use a real estate attorney instead of just a title company?
A title company processes paperwork; an attorney protects your legal interests. We review contracts, resolve title defects, manage disputes, and structure ownership to align with your asset protection and tax goals — before and after closing.
How should I take title to my property?
It depends on your goals. Holding title individually, through an LLC, or in a trust each carries different asset protection and tax consequences. We advise on the structure that best protects your investment.
I'm a foreign investor. What is FIRPTA?
The Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act governs tax withholding on U.S. property sold by foreign owners. We ensure strict compliance to avoid severe IRS penalties and unnecessary withholdings.
What does title insurance actually protect?
It protects your ownership against defects not found in the initial public-records search — hidden liens, forgery, or chain-of-title errors. We underwrite robust policies with top-tier underwriters.
Your Next Step

Secure your next property
with maximum protection.

Schedule your free 30-minute consultation with Alex Trujillo, Esq. — no jargon, no pressure, just clarity.