Philadelphia Real Estate Litigation Lawyer
Estate administration often brings property disputes that can tear families apart and delay the settlement process for years.
At the Law Office of Adam S. Bernick, our principal attorney, Adam Bernick, has helped Philadelphia residents resolve real estate conflicts that arise during estate planning and probate administration since 2003.
Property Disputes That Emerge During Estate Administration
The need for real estate litigation arises when families must split inherited property or discover questionable transfers made before a loved one’s death. Multiple heirs may disagree about whether to sell a family home or how to value the property fairly. Some family members question whether a property transfer that took place shortly before death was legitimate.
These conflicts require legal help because informal family talks often break down when significant assets are at stake. Property disputes can prevent the entire probate process from moving forward.
Deed Fraud: A Serious Problem In Philadelphia
Deed fraud has become the most common real estate issue our firm sees in Philadelphia estate cases. This occurs when someone forges a family member’s signature on a deed and transfers property into their own name. The person might be a sibling, adult child or other relative who wants to claim the property.
Proving a forged signature in court presents major challenges and costs. You must gather evidence that the signature is not real, which often requires:
- Handwriting analysis from qualified professionals
- Testimony from witnesses who knew the deceased’s signature
- Documentation showing the deceased could not have signed
- Records proving the transfer occurred without the owner’s knowledge
The legal process can be expensive and take months or years to resolve. However, pursuing these cases remains vital because deed fraud steals property from rightful heirs.
Additional Property Issues In Probate Matters
Real estate litigation in probate extends beyond deed fraud. Other common issues include:
- Title disputes revealing unclear ownership
- Disagreements about property values
- Forced sales when heirs cannot agree
- Liens that reduce the property’s worth
- Boundary disputes affecting estate land
With the help of our real estate litigation lawyer, you can manage these hurdles with confidence.
Resolving Real Estate Conflicts In Your Estate Case
At the Law Office of Adam S. Bernick, we focus on finding practical solutions while protecting your inheritance rights. We probe suspicious transfers, represent clients in deed fraud cases and work to resolve conflicts among heirs.
Our experience in both real estate litigation and probate administration allows us to address property issues within the broader estate settlement process.
Get Help With Your Real Estate Dispute
Property conflicts do not need to keep you from receiving your rightful inheritance. Call the Law Office of Adam S. Bernick at 215-645-7866 or send an email to discuss your real estate litigation matter with an attorney who has served Philadelphia families for 28 years.