Title Disputes

Even seemingly minor flaws in property titles can create significant challenges for individuals and companies in commercial and residential real estate transactions. The purpose of title insurance is to mitigate this risk by providing protection against financial losses resulting from title defects, unpaid taxes or judgments, fraud, or property liens. Nevertheless, title insurance disputes can arise, and they can be burdensome.

At our law firm, our attorneys possess a comprehensive understanding of the intricate and specialized title insurance laws not only in Washington but also in other jurisdictions where our offices are located. With this knowledge, we are well-prepared to defend clients embroiled in title disputes and provide strategic guidance to prevent potential legal conflicts. Our extensive experience encompasses representing buyers, sellers, title insurance companies, title agents, lenders, and brokers in various matters pertaining to title insurance. We have achieved successful outcomes for both insurers and insured parties in insurance coverage disputes involving complex factual and legal intricacies, including cases involving international law considerations.

Furthermore, our firm has experience representing title companies confronted with claims stemming from real estate conveyance closings and acting as escrow agents in transactions. Title companies can face allegations of misrepresentation, negligence, or breaches of fiduciary duty arising from their role in shepherding transactions to completion. With our attorneys' broad experience and in-depth knowledge of the industry, our law firm stands at the forefront of this field, equipped to provide cutting-edge legal representation and guidance to title companies.