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Real estate law,
from contract to closing.

Buying, selling, or refinancing in Connecticut, Massachusetts, or Rhode Island? We handle the legal side so the closing is the easy part.

A real estate purchase and sale agreement, reading glasses, a pen, and house keys on a desk.
CT · MA · RI · Residential & commercial real estate
10,000+ Connecticut closings
4 Offices: Colchester · Rocky Hill · Danielson · Milford
By law Connecticut requires closings be conducted by an attorney; Massachusetts case law calls for one too

The full real estate practice.

Five lanes within one practice. Same standard of care across all of them. If you're not sure which fits, call. We'll tell you.

  1. 01

    Residential real estate

    The core of our practice. Purchase and sale agreements, title searches, mortgage document review, and closing coordination for buyers, sellers, investors, and lenders. We work directly with your lender, real estate agent, and the other party's attorney to help keep things from falling through the cracks. We also handle for-sale-by-owner deals, deed transfers, out-of-state closings, boundary and easement matters, people selling and buying at the same time, and families selling a house that is in an estate.

    Closings
  2. 02

    Commercial real estate

    Lender, borrower, and investor representation on a broad range of loan products secured by office, retail, warehouse, hotel, and mixed-use properties. We understand the diligence required for legal compliance and investor overlays.

    Commercial real estate
  3. 03

    Acquisitions and dispositions

    Acquisitions and sales for purchasers and sellers across office, hotel, warehouse, retail, and undeveloped land. We negotiate transaction documents, structure organizational documents for investors, coordinate diligence with title, appraisal, brokerage, surveying, and environmental teams, and close 1031 exchanges.

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  4. 04

    Commercial leasing

    Both landlord and tenant work. Term sheet through drafting, negotiation, and tenant build-out coordination. Knowing both sides of a lease lets us advise with sharper insight on either.

    Commercial leasing
  5. 05

    Loan modifications

    Loan modifications and restructured terms for lenders and borrowers, and short sales and foreclosure matters for homeowners.

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Process

Contract to closing,
in plain English.

If you've never worked with a real estate attorney before, here's what the process looks like with us. Most residential transactions close within 30 to 60 days from a signed contract.

  1. 01 Contract review
  2. 02 Title search
  3. 03 Mortgage coordination
  4. 04 Closing day

Four phases, and we explain each one as we go, so there are fewer surprises. The full step-by-step walkthrough, with timeline and the documents involved, lives on our closings page.

See the closing process, step by step

What does a real estate attorney cost in Connecticut?

It's the first question most buyers and sellers ask. The honest answer: it depends on the transaction, but you shouldn't have to guess at the number.

For most residential closings, we work on a flat fee of $1,050. You know what you're paying up front. No hourly meter running in the background. That $1,050 covers our legal work: reviewing or drafting the contract, ordering and reviewing the title search, flagging or clearing title issues depending on the side we represent, coordinating with your lender, preparing the closing documents, conducting the closing, and recording the deed. Title search, title insurance, and recording fees are billed separately, at cost.

The attorney's fee is one line on a longer list. For buyers, closing costs in Connecticut typically range from 2% to 5% of the purchase price, depending on the transaction, and that figure includes title insurance, recording fees, and lender charges alongside the attorney fee. So you see the whole picture early. We give you a clear breakdown of your expected costs well before closing day, so the settlement statement holds few surprises.

Cheapest isn't the same as best value. What protects you is the attorney who catches the lien, explains the document you didn't understand, and resolves the issue that would have delayed your closing by weeks. We're transparent about our fee from the first call.

You can run your own numbers before you call us. Buyers can estimate the full settlement statement with the closing cost calculator or price a policy with the title insurance calculator. Sellers can see what's left after commission, conveyance tax, and payoff with the seller net sheet. Still deciding whether to buy at all? Start with the rent vs. buy calculator.

Read the full breakdown of CT attorney fees
Cheapest isn't the same as best value.
What it costs · Mancuso Carey

Frequently asked.

The questions we answer most often. If yours isn't here, ask us. We respond within one business day.

Do I need a lawyer to buy a house in Connecticut? +
Connecticut is an "attorney state," which generally means a licensed attorney handles every residential closing. Your attorney generally reviews the contract, orders and examines the title search, prepares closing documents, and works to make sure the transaction is on solid legal footing. In Connecticut each side is separately represented, so having your own attorney means someone is looking out specifically for your interests.
When should I bring an attorney into the deal? +
As soon as possible. Ideally before you sign the purchase and sale agreement, so we can review the contract and flag issues before they're locked in. If you're already under contract, reach out the same day. The earlier we're involved, the more time we have to manage contingencies and keep the closing on schedule. Contact us to get started.
What does a title search cover? +
A title search examines the full chain of ownership for a property. We look for outstanding liens, unpaid taxes, easements, boundary disputes, and anything else that could affect your legal right to the property. If an issue comes up, we flag it to the seller's attorney, whose job it is to clear it before closing.
How long does a real estate closing take in Connecticut? +
Most residential closings take between 30 and 60 days from the signed purchase agreement. The timeline depends on factors like mortgage approval, title search results, and how quickly all parties respond to requests. Having an attorney involved early helps keep things on schedule.
How much does a real estate attorney cost in Connecticut? +
Our attorney fee is a flat $1,050 for most residential closings. You know the number up front, with no hourly surprises. Title search, title insurance, and recording fees are third-party costs billed separately, at cost. The attorney fee is just one line on your closing costs, and we give you a clear breakdown of the whole picture well before closing day. See the Cost section above for what's included, or read the full breakdown.
Do you have a real estate attorney near me? +
We handle closings statewide from four Connecticut offices: Colchester, Rocky Hill, Danielson, and Milford. We also close throughout Massachusetts and handle Rhode Island closings. We meet clients in the office closest to the property, or handle the closing remotely when the deal allows it: buyers with a mortgage may need their lender's approval. Pick the location nearest you to see its address, hours, and direct line.
10,000+
Connecticut closings
15+
Years serving CT
4
CT offices statewide
4.8
Stars across 150+ Google reviews
What our clients say

Reviews from CT buyers
and sellers.

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“They knew I was in a time crunch since my builder had my project delayed for months so they made sure they had everything organized before I came in to sign so it was quick and efficient.”
Tanya S. · Google review
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“…truly outstanding attorneys who combine deep legal expertise with genuine care for their clients.”
Dov V. · Google review
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“Everyone was very kind and friendly. Super helpful and accommodating.”
Jalaisy A. · Google review

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