Real Estate Law Attorneys in Atlanta Georgia
Atlanta Real Estate Litigation Attorneys
Every property dispute tells its own unique story, and every story deserves a thoughtful and strategic approach. At Gomez Golomb Graham Goerner & Springer LLP, we have spent decades resolving real estate conflicts across Georgia. We believe that experience matters, preparation matters, and the way people are treated throughout the process matters just as much. We listen first, act with humility, and appreciate the trust our clients place in us.
We understand that your property represents more than land or structures. It reflects your investment, security, and often your family’s history. Our approach is grounded in sound legal judgment, thorough preparation, and clear communication.
Why Clients Choose Us
Every real estate case is unique. Some call for decisive courtroom action; others benefit from strategic negotiation or mediation. What never changes is our approach: thorough preparation, honest advice, and respect for everyone involved.
We are grateful for the trust clients place in us and committed to providing guidance that is both practical and principled.
Real Estate Law
- Real Estate Disputes
- Title Review
- Quite Title Actions
- Real Estate Fraud
- Tax Deed Barments
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Our Fees
Our hourly rate, based on our experience and success rate, ranges from $300 to $450 per hour for attorneys and $125 per hour for paralegals. We require an upfront retainer based on the minimum amount of time we expect to spend on your case. Once that retainer is exhausted, we bill monthly for additional time and expenses.
From day one, we send detailed monthly statements showing exactly how our time was spent and what expenses were incurred. You will always know the status of your account and how your resources are being used.
Most business and real estate disputes are handled on an hourly basis; however, in certain situations, we are open to considering contingency or blended-fee arrangements. Our goal is to create a fee structure that is transparent, fair, and aligned with your objectives.
Our Real Estate Law Services
We represent clients in a wide range of real estate-related matters, including but not limited to:
Tax Sales
Tax sales create some of the most complex ownership issues in Georgia law. We represent both investors and property owners in disputes involving tax sales, redemptions, and quiet title actions.
Under OCGA § 48-4-40, the original owner has a statutory right to redeem property sold at a tax sale within one year from the date of the sale by paying the redemption amount specified in OCGA § 48-4-42. If the property is not redeemed, the purchaser must “bar the right of redemption” under OCGA § 48-4-45, usually through a quiet title action.
We help investors clear title and protect their purchases through timely quiet title filings under OCGA § 23-3-60 et seq. We also assist owners in exercising their redemption rights and resolving disputes over excess funds, notices, or competing claims.
Our firm has handled tax-sale matters across Georgia’s Superior Courts. We are familiar with the interplay between statutory deadlines, notice requirements, and equitable defenses such as laches or wrongful foreclosure. We approach these cases with precision, diligence, and respect for the financial and emotional stakes involved.
Property and Boundary Disputes
Boundary and encroachment disputes are among the most personal and persistent forms of real estate conflict. These cases often involve issues of adverse possession (OCGA §§ 44-5-161 through 44-5-164) or prescriptive easements (OCGA § 44-9-54). Georgia law recognizes that open, notorious, continuous, and exclusive possession of property for twenty years (or seven years under color of title) can ripen into ownership.
We work closely with surveyors, title examiners, and prior owners to trace the property’s history and determine where legal rights begin and end. Whether the dispute involves a misplaced fence, driveway, or access way, we bring both legal precision and practical understanding to every case.
When possible, we resolve these cases through negotiation or mediation. When necessary, we litigate decisively, seeking declaratory or injunctive relief to establish or defend property boundaries.
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Easements and Access Rights
Easements and private ways are governed by Georgia law under OCGA §§ 44-9-1 through 44-9-60. We represent landowners in disputes involving prescriptive easements, easements by necessity, implied easements, and interference with use or maintenance obligations.
Many cases arise when a landlocked property owner asserts a right of access under OCGA § 44-9-40, or when a neighbor improperly blocks or relocates an established private way of access. We investigate the property’s history, survey records, and prior use to determine the scope and validity of claimed rights.
We approach these disputes with fairness and professionalism, recognizing that many involve long-time neighbors or family members. Our goal is to protect our clients’ property rights while preserving peace and clarity whenever possible.
Title and Ownership Issues
When ownership is unclear, a property’s marketability and value can be compromised. We handle quiet title actions under OCGA §§ 23-3-40 et seq. and 23-3-60 et seq., partition actions under OCGA § 44-6-160 et seq., and slander of title claims.
Quiet title proceedings determine the true owner of property and clear competing claims, liens, or defects in the chain of title. Partition actions enable co-owners to divide or sell property when they are unable to agree on its use or disposition.
We also represent clients in disputes involving warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, and title insurance coverage. Our work often requires tracing decades of conveyances and recorded instruments — and when necessary, litigating in superior court to restore clear, marketable title.
Contracts and Transactions
We represent clients in disputes arising from purchase and sale agreements, construction contracts, promissory notes, and security deeds. Georgia contract law, as outlined in OCGA § 13-3-1 et seq., requires clear mutual assent and legal consideration for an agreement to be enforceable.
When a party breaches an agreement — by refusing to close, failing to deliver good title, or performing defective work — we analyze both the written terms and the remedies available under OCGA § 13-6-1 et seq. We evaluate potential damages, specific performance, or rescission and guide clients toward the most effective course of action.
Our goal is to achieve fair results through negotiation whenever possible, but we are fully prepared to litigate when necessary to protect our clients’ interests.
Construction and Development Disputes
Construction and development projects are governed by contract and statute, including Georgia’s Mechanics and Materialmen’s Lien Law (OCGA § 44-14-360 et seq.). We represent owners, contractors, and subcontractors in disputes involving defective work, payment delays, lien claims, and performance issues.
We review project documents, change orders, and payment records to identify contract breaches and statutory violations. Our experience includes representing developers, homeowners, and commercial owners in both negotiated resolutions and complex litigation.
We recognize that these disputes can strain professional relationships and compromise project timelines. Our approach strikes a balance between assertive advocacy and professionalism, demonstrating respect for all parties involved.
Financial and Foreclosure Matters
Georgia is a non-judicial foreclosure state under OCGA § 44-14-160 et seq., which means that lenders can foreclose without court approval if proper notice and advertisement procedures are followed. We represent both borrowers and investors in foreclosure-related disputes, including wrongful foreclosure claims, confirmation proceedings, and surplus-funds recovery.
We also handle real estate commission disputes and earnest-money refund claims arising under brokerage agreements regulated by the Georgia Real Estate Commission (OCGA § 43-40-25).
Our work combines technical knowledge of Georgia’s recording statutes with practical negotiation skills to protect financial and property rights.
HOA and Condominium Disputes
Homeowners’ associations and condominium boards are governed by the Georgia Property Owners’ Association Act (OCGA § 44-3-220 et seq.) and the Georgia Condominium Act (OCGA § 44-3-70 et seq.).
We represent both associations and homeowners in disputes over assessments, covenants, architectural controls, and enforcement practices. These cases often involve questions of selective enforcement, fiduciary duty, and statutory compliance.
We approach HOA matters with a steady hand and respect for community relationships. Our goal is to help clients resolve disputes efficiently, preserve property values, and restore civility where possible.
Property Use, Nuisance, and Trespass
Georgia law recognizes private nuisances and trespass under OCGA §§ 41-1-1 through 41-1-10 and OCGA § 51-9-1 et seq. We represent property owners whose use and enjoyment of land has been interfered with by noise, flooding, encroachment, or other unlawful conduct.
We seek injunctive relief or damages, depending on the severity of the interference. Our attorneys also handle drainage and stormwater disputes governed by local ordinances and the common-law “modified civil-law rule.”
We approach these cases with fairness and professionalism, seeking practical solutions while upholding our clients’ rights and ensuring their peace of mind.
Warranty and Deed Claims
A deed represents both ownership and a form of trust. When a warranty deed fails to disclose liens, encumbrances, or title defects, Georgia law provides remedies for breach of warranty under OCGA §§ 44-5-59 through 44-5-67.
We represent clients in disputes over general and special warranty deeds, as well as title insurance claims. Our work often involves close examination of title abstracts, closing documents, and recorded instruments.
We pursue these matters with diligence and integrity, always focused on restoring clarity and confidence in ownership.
If you are facing a real estate dispute, whether it involves a tax sale, a title problem, or a property tax appeal, Gomez Golomb Graham Goerner & Springer LLP is ready to help you protect your property and move forward with confidence.
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