The Waltham, Massachusetts Real Estate Attorneys of Topkins & Bevans

Providing Expert Advice and Effective Legal Solutions to Problems Involving Real Estate Transactions

Real estate transactions can appear deceptively simple and straightforward at first glance, only to disintegrate into a complicated morass of technical pitfalls that can lead to financial disaster. A seemingly minor title defect, a miscalculation concerning the short or long-term tax consequences of a particular deal, an overlooked requirement or restriction in zoning and land use regulations – each of these items can become a potential catastrophe without competent legal advice and guidance from an expert in real estate law. The Massachusetts real estate attorneys of Topkins & Bevans understand the devastating impact of flawed real estate transactions, and they know how to help.

As a full-service real estate law firm, Topkins & Bevans can provide competent advice, guidance and counsel to help minimize the risks in real estate transactions within the following areas:

• Massachusetts Real Estate Document Preparation
• Massachusetts Condominium Conversions
  
• Massachusetts Closing Attorney Representation
  
• Massachusetts Landlord Evictions
  
• Massachusetts Condominium Association Matters Including Common Area Fee Recovery
  
• Massachusetts Title Clearance Issues
  
• Massachusetts Quiet Title Matters
  
• Massachusetts Mechanic’s Liens
  

The Massachusetts real estate lawyers of Topkins & Bevans take justifiable pride in the fact that many of their clients are referred by other attorneys, real estate lenders, escrow officers, real estate brokers, and by courthouse personnel. The vast majority of their clients are referred the old-fashioned way, however, by word of mouth from former clients. Topkins & Bevans have long dedicated themselves to the delivery of expert real estate advice and representation to people living in Waltham, Boston, Cambridge, Newton, Wellesley, Middlesex, Brookline, Somerville and throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Due to the sterling reputation of its exceptional trial attorneys, the Massachusetts real estate law firm of Topkins & Bevans is regularly retained in significant real estate transactions, and this reputation is no accident. Their meticulous research and preparation, exceptional knowledge of the complexities of real estate law, and their consummate negotiating skills have brought them wide recognition as lawyers whose advice can make a deal or save one that’s falling apart.

The benchmark of professional excellence for any attorney is a listing in Martindale-Hubbell, the oldest directory of legal services in the world. Attorney Elliott S. Topkins, founding partner of the Waltham litigation firm of Topkins & Bevans is listed with an “AV” ranking in Martindale-Hubbell. More than a million lawyers world wide are listed in Hubbell-Hubbell, but only the very best of the best receive the coveted “AV” ranking.

Topkins & Bevans are well-established leaders of the bar associations in which they serve and apart from their busy law practices, are much in demand as guest speakers, course planners and authors. Serving Massachusetts residents in English, Spanish and Russian, their commitment to the interests of their clients is steadfast and unwavering as they work the complex and challenging field of real estate law.

“Our partners have more than 57 years experience between them in all areas of real estate. We have conducted more than 40,000 real estate closings. We pride ourselves on rapid response to questions and concerns. Our goal is two hours or less response time for all inquiries.”

- Elliott S. Topkins, Founding Partner
Topkins & Bevans

The Massachusetts real estate lawyers of Topkins & Bevans commitment to excellence, attention to detail and thorough research form the foundation of every successful real estate solution they provide. And the results speak for themselves.

Real Estate Achievements of the Firm

• Topkins & Bevans helped bring about the sale of a parcel of commercial real estate at 79 Newbury Street in Boston for approximately $4,000,000.00.
• They played a pivotal role in securing $6,200,000.00 in mortgaging for a Boston residential property at 3 Commonwealth Avenue. When the transaction closed, it was the largest sales price in history for a piece of residential real estate in Boston.
• Topkins & Bevans was actively involved in the development, at Scituate, Mass., of the first residential condominium project for seniors 55 and older. ($10,000 sellout -16 custom units)
• At Quincy, Mass., Topkins & Bevans was involved in the development of a 15 Unit Luxury Condominium project. ($12,000 sellout)
• The firm helped in the acquisition of additional Boston commercial space for Ciao Bella, an immensely popular Newbury Street restaurant, famous both for its exquisite cuisine, and the international celebrities who often dine there.

If you or someone you know within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts needs the assistance or the trusted legal advice of an experienced real estate lawyer, please contact the law firm of Topkins & Bevans today at (866) 786-4821, or complete the contact form provided on this site to arrange your initial consultation. When things go wrong, Topkins & Bevans will protect your legal rights.