Real estate and construction investments

We are experts in the field of real estate law. We comprehensively advise investors on the planned sale or purchase of real estate in order to minimize the risks associated with these transactions. We have extensive experience in representing Clients in property rights disputes, including complex reprivatisation proceedings.

We support construction contractors in project execution – we review contracts and participate in negotiations. We solve problems that may arise during the investment implementation. If necessary, we represent contractors in legal disputes, especially regarding compensation for additional works, payment of due remuneration, the obligation to pay contractual penalties, or valuation disputes.

We look at the construction process not only from the legal point of view but also from the tax point of view – we present recommendations that make the investment secure from the point of view of tax law from the stage of purchasing the property on which the investment is to be carried out. We cooperate with expert appraisers which means that we are able to provide Clients not only with legal recommendations but also help them determine both the legitimacy and the amount of the claim being pursued.

Within this area of expertise we provide, among others:

• comprehensive support at every stage of the investment process, including obtaining the necessary administrative decisions and permits under the provisions of the spatial planning and development act and the construction law
• assistance in obtaining compensation for a decrease in the value of real estate due to changes in the local spatial development plan
• preparation and negotiation of contracts for construction works
• support in public procurement proceedings
• preparation of the necessary documentation in connection with the completion of construction and support in completing the formalities related to the completion of the construction process
• representation of contractors or investors in court proceedings, including i.a. in the scope of settlement of additional works, defects of the building structure, contractual penalties
• support in disputes over ownership and remuneration for non-contractual use of real estate
• advice on matters related to the management of common property, including settlements between co-owners
• real estate audit before the planned transaction
• legal assistance in regulating the legal status of real estate, in particular in the case of acquisition of ownership by usucaption, in matters related to expropriation or dissolution of coownership of real estate

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