Breuer Herskowitz LLP

About Breuer Herskowitz LLP — Real Estate Brooklyn, New York

Breuer Herskowitz LLP provides real estate Brooklyn clients with attorney representation for property transactions and related legal matters throughout Kings County. The firm’s LLP structure reflects established counsel with multi-attorney depth, serving buyers, sellers, and property owners across Brooklyn’s diverse neighborhoods from Park Slope and Carroll Gardens to Flatbush and East New York. New York is an attorney-state for real estate, and Breuer Herskowitz LLP offers the legal coverage every Brooklyn transaction requires. Find other real estate attorneys in Brooklyn for your Kings County property matter.

Brooklyn real estate transactions involve NYC-specific requirements — transfer tax filings, mortgage recording tax, co-op board approvals, and title searches at the Kings County Clerk’s office — that distinguish New York closings from those in other states. A firm based in Kings County understands these local requirements and can coordinate with the local title and banking relationships that keep Brooklyn deals moving.

What Clients Say

Clients working with an established Brooklyn LLP typically value the institutional depth that multiple attorneys provide — coverage that ensures a transaction does not stall if the primary attorney has a scheduling conflict. Breuer Herskowitz LLP’s Brooklyn presence gives clients the local expertise and continuity that Kings County real estate transactions demand.

Real Estate Brooklyn — Practice Areas & Services

• Residential real estate closings — full buyer and seller representation for Kings County purchases and sales.
• Title review and coordination — working with title companies to clear liens and confirm clean ownership before closing.
• Contract review and negotiation — attorney review period representation protecting both buyers and sellers in New York transactions.
• Commercial real estate — handling purchase, sale, and leasing matters for Brooklyn commercial and investment properties.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a title commitment and what should I look for in the Schedule B exceptions?

A title commitment is the title insurance company’s agreement to insure your title, subject to conditions. Schedule A confirms the ownership and legal description of the property. Schedule B — Part I lists requirements that must be met before the policy issues; Part II lists exceptions to coverage, meaning defects the insurer will not cover. Your attorney reviews Schedule B to identify significant exceptions — such as survey matters, party-wall agreements, or easements — and determines whether any require negotiation with the seller or additional title endorsements.

What is a survey and when do I need one for a Brooklyn real estate purchase?

A survey is a licensed land surveyor’s map of the property boundaries, structures, and easements. Most New York lenders require a survey for single-family and multi-family purchases, though surveys are less common for co-op and condo purchases where common area ownership is handled differently. In Brooklyn, survey issues can arise from encroachments, fence line disputes, or additions built without proper permits. The title company may insure over minor survey matters, but your attorney should review any encroachments or encumbrances noted on the survey before closing.

What are the recording fees for filing a deed in Brooklyn?

Recording fees for filing a deed at the Kings County Clerk’s office at 360 Adams Street are set by New York State law and the county. As of recent schedules, basic deed recording fees are $45 for the first page and $5 for each additional page, plus a $5 cover page fee and applicable RP-5217 form fees for the NYC Department of Finance. Total recording costs for a standard deed are typically under $200. Your attorney’s closing costs estimate will include a line item for recording fees.