Real Estate Lawyer in Kyiv

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Are you planning to buy an apartment, but you’re afraid to hand over money for a problematic property? The ЮРКОНСАЛТ law firm’s lawyers check real estate in Kyiv and protect your investments from scammers. Contact us right now so you don’t lose your savings.

You’ll be able to sleep peacefully only when you know every single hidden pitfall of the deal. Many think that a notary’s checks are enough. But the notary looks only at the current status in the register; they do not study the apartment’s history.

If the previous sale was unlawful, the court will simply take the housing away. You’ll be left without money and without an apartment, and proving your case will be almost impossible.

Why a notary’s checks when buying housing are not enough

The desire to quickly conclude a favorable deal often leads to a complete loss of money. You go to the notary, they open the register, see that there are no liens, and certify the agreement. It seems everything is safe.

But the notary does not check how the apartment changed hands five or ten years ago. We retrieve the entire history. If the housing was sold three years ago using a forged power of attorney, the real owner will file a lawsuit.

The court will declare your deal invalid. You will lose both the apartment and the money. Our audit identifies such schemes before you transfer the deposit.

Hidden court disputes and claims from relatives

Hidden court disputes often do not appear in a standard extract from the real estate register. If the seller’s heirs are already suing over this apartment, you’re buying a huge problem. If you ignore this risk, after the purchase you’ll be drawn into multi-year courts. We check court registries and find all active or past disputes related to the property.

Ownership transfer history

The ownership transfer history shows how many times and on what grounds the apartment was sold. If the housing changed three owners within the last year, this is a classic scam scheme for laundering problematic assets. By buying such a property, you risk becoming a victim of confiscation. We track every transfer of rights in detail to ensure the legality of the initial privatization or purchase.

Checking developers and new-build projects in Kyiv

The primary real estate market in the capital is overflowing with risky properties. Delays in commissioning a building for years or freezing construction is a reality thousands of investors face. You can invest all your savings into a construction pit and end up with nothing.

We conduct full legal due diligence of the developer. We check construction permits, rights to the land, and the existence of criminal proceedings involving the company.

With our report, you will clearly understand whether it’s safe to invest in a specific residential complex or whether it’s better to look for another option.

Assessment of the legality of land use

The assessment of the legality of land use determines whether the developer has the right to build a multi-story building on this plot. Often land is allocated for a private house, but a high-rise is built instead. If the intended purpose is violated, the building will never be commissioned, and you won’t obtain ownership rights. We check the cadastral map and decisions of the Kyiv City Council regarding land allocation.

Analysis of the investment contract terms

Analysis of the investment contract terms reveals all hidden penalties and opportunities for the developer to shift the сдача schedule without consequences. Typically, contracts are drafted so that the investor has no rights, only obligations. By signing such a document, you won’t be able to get your money back if construction is stopped. We identify these traps and require changes to the contract before you sign.

What risks in the secondary market does a real estate lawyer identify

Buying an apartment from “hand to hand” is always a lottery if you don’t know where to look. Sellers often hide debts for utility services, illegal перепланування, or the presence of registered persons who cannot be evicted.

We carefully analyze title documents. Our real estate lawyer checks the seller in debtors’ registries and finds out whether the property is under a mortgage.

You get a complete picture. It’s better to know all the problems in advance than to get a surprise in the form of a notary’s refusal on the day of the transaction.

Buying real estate by power of attorney

Buying real estate by power of attorney is one of the most common fraud schemes in the secondary market. The power of attorney may be forged, revoked by the owner, or invalid due to the owner’s death. If you buy an apartment using such a document, the real owner or their heirs will reclaim the property through the court. We contact the notary who issued the power of attorney and check its status in the unified register.

Hidden registered minor children

Hidden registered minor children or persons with disabilities create an insurmountable obstacle to fully owning the housing. The law prohibits evicting them without permission from the guardianship authority. By buying such an apartment, you’ll get neighbors you won’t even be able to evict through the court. We demand extended family composition certificates and check whether the guardianship council has issued permissions before transferring the money.

Protecting ownership rights in Kyiv courts

If you have already become a victim of scammers or the developer refuses to hand over the keys, you need to act immediately. Delays allow fraudsters to resell your apartment to third parties, after which returning the property will be extremely difficult.

We place an arrest on the property through the court to block any further registration actions. Next, we prepare the statement of claim, collect evidence of your right, and represent your interests in the district courts of Kyiv.

You can find the addresses of courts and the enforcement service in the catalog of state institutions of Kyiv. We take care of all the court hassle so you don’t waste your nerves in the corridors of government offices, and simply receive a ready decision in your favor.

Imposing an arrest on the property

To prevent further resale of a problematic apartment, we promptly file a request to impose an arrest on the property. This ensures that scammers will not be able to get rid of the property during the court proceedings.

Representation in court

Our lawyers handle all stages of the court process: from drafting the statement of claim to participating in hearings. You may not even need to appear in court — we’ll do everything for you.

Safe payments: letters of credit and safe deposit boxes

Handing over large sums of cash when signing a contract is a huge risk. You might be robbed when leaving the notary’s office, or the seller may claim they received not the full amount.

We arrange a safe payment procedure using bank instruments. Using a letter of credit ensures that the seller receives the money only after you become the official owner in the registry.

Our lawyer controls the process of depositing money into a safe deposit box and sets strict access conditions. Your finances remain secure at every stage of the transaction, and the seller won’t be able to manipulate the payment terms.

Bank letter of credit

A letter of credit allows funds to be frozen in a special bank account. The seller will have access to them only after they provide the bank with an extract from the registry confirming the transfer of ownership to you.

Safe deposit box

If the payment is made in cash, we arrange the rental of a safe deposit box with two keys. The terms of access are clearly stated in the agreement, which makes fraud impossible.

Cost of a real estate lawyer’s services in Kyiv

A fixed price for checking a property is your confidence that there are no hidden payments. Many are afraid to contact lawyers, expecting uncontrolled expenses, but losing an apartment to scammers costs millions.

The initial consultation is free — our lawyer will assess your situation and tell you whether there are prospects and which documents are needed. A full verification of the apartment’s history or the developer audit is carried out for a clearly agreed price before work begins.

You pay once for a comprehensive written opinion. This document protects your money and nerves for years ahead, shielding you from questionable investments.

Free initial consultation

At the first stage, we study your situation and the available documents free of charge to determine whether further verification is appropriate and what risks may exist.

Comprehensive written opinion

For a fixed cost, you receive a detailed report on all identified risks, the property’s history, and recommendations for concluding the deal safely.

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