Real Estate Attorneys in Dallas & Frisco

Real Estate Attorneys in Dallas & Frisco

Real estate transactions often involve significant financial commitments and long-term obligations. Whether you are closing on a commercial property, negotiating a lease, or buying or selling a home, the details of the deal matter. The real estate attorneys at McCathern, Shokouhi, Evans provide practical, detail-focused counsel to help clients complete transactions efficiently while managing risk.

Clients rely on our team to review, negotiate, and document their deals with an eye toward both current objectives and future implications.

Real Estate Transactions We Handle

Our real estate attorneys represent buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants, developers, and investors in a wide range of transactions.

Commercial Real Estate Transactions

We assist clients with:

  • Acquisitions and sales of office, retail, industrial, and multi-family properties
  • Due diligence, including title, survey, and lease review
  • Commercial financing and security instruments
  • Development and redevelopment projects

Our attorneys work closely with clients and their other advisors to identify key issues early, allocate risk appropriately, and keep transactions on track.

Leasing and Occupancy

Leases define the long-term relationship between landlords and tenants. We handle:

  • Office, retail, industrial, and ground leases
  • Build-to-suit and sale-leaseback arrangements
  • Lease amendments, assignments, and subleases

We focus on clear lease language and practical solutions to common issues such as operating expenses, maintenance responsibilities, assignment and subletting, and remedies for default.

Residential Real Estate

For many individuals and families, a home purchase or sale is among the most significant transactions they will undertake. Our real estate attorneys assist with:

  • Purchases and sales of single-family homes, condominiums, and townhomes
  • Contract review and negotiation
  • Title and closing issues that arise during the process

The goal is to help you understand the documents you are signing and address issues before they become obstacles.

Entity Formation and Joint Ventures

Real estate investments are often structured through entities and partnerships. Our team can help with:

  • Entity selection and formation for real estate projects
  • Joint venture and partnership agreements
  • Operating agreements and governance documents tailored to the investment

We work to align legal structure with the financial and operational expectations of the parties involved.

How Our Real Estate Attorneys Add Value

A real estate attorney is not just a reviewer of documents. The right counsel can help identify risks, suggest alternative structures, and keep the transaction moving toward closing.

At McCathern, Shokouhi, Evans, our real estate attorneys:

  • Clarify key business terms and how they appear in the legal documents
  • Identify unusual or one-sided provisions and suggest practical alternatives
  • Coordinate with lenders, brokers, and title companies to keep momentum
  • Flag issues that may lead to disputes or litigation if not addressed now

Because our firm also handles real estate litigation, we draft and negotiate with an understanding of how courts and arbitrators may interpret the agreements if disputes arise.

Serving Clients Across North Texas

We represent:

  • Developers and investors
  • Owners and owner-occupants
  • Landlords and tenants
  • Individuals and families buying or selling homes

With offices in Dallas and Frisco, our real estate attorneys serve clients throughout the Dallas–Fort Worth region and other Texas markets when matters call for it. We understand local market practices and the expectations of counterparties, lenders, and brokers in North Texas.

Next Steps for Your Real Estate Transaction

If you are planning a real estate transaction or have concerns about one already in progress, it can be helpful to speak with a real estate attorney early. A brief consultation can:

  • Clarify what documents will be involved in the transaction
  • Identify issues that may require negotiation or due diligence
  • Help you understand how the deal structure may affect future rights and obligations

To discuss your real estate transaction with a McCathern, Shokouhi, Evans real estate attorney in Dallas or Frisco, please contact the firm. We can review your situation, answer questions, and help you prepare for the next steps in your deal.