We represent buyers, sellers, investors, landlords, tenants, and associations in residential and commercial matters: purchase and sale agreements, lease negotiations, title and boundary disputes, construction defects, and partition actions.
Steven Silverberg brings experience in high-stakes real estate transactions and litigation in trial and appellate courts across Florida, including the Second, Third, and Fourth District Courts of Appeal.
How we help
- Draft and negotiate purchase, sale, and lease agreements
- Resolve title defects, liens, and boundary disputes
- Pursue or defend breach of contract and specific performance claims
- Handle landlord-tenant and association disputes
- Litigate construction defect and contractor claims
Transactions done right
Clear contracts prevent expensive disputes. We review and negotiate terms so your interests are protected before you sign.
When disputes arise
Deals fall through, sellers conceal defects, and co-owners disagree. We bring a litigation mindset to real estate disputes so you negotiate from a position of strength.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an attorney to buy property in Florida?
It is not required, but an attorney protects your interests in ways a title company does not, including reviewing the contract, resolving title issues, and advising on inspections and contingencies.
The seller failed to disclose a defect. What can I do?
Florida law requires sellers to disclose known defects that materially affect value and are not readily observable. You may have claims for fraud, misrepresentation, or breach of contract.
Can co-owners force a sale?
Yes. A partition action allows a co-owner to ask the court to divide or sell jointly owned property when the owners cannot agree.
