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15 Best Real Estate Attorneys in Boston

Boston real estate attorneys can support buyers, sellers and closing clients through very different property transactions. This guide helps you compare legal support for a first purchase, condominium sale, mortgage closing, move from out of state or more complex deal.

Before choosing, clarify the transaction, the level of guidance you need and how communication will work. Ask about closing experience, remote appointments, timing, documents and the attorney’s approach to anxious or first-time clients.

How this guide is ordered

Options are ordered by the transactions and client situations they address, alongside practical factors such as closing guidance, responsiveness, patient communication, remote flexibility and experience with first-time or complex property matters. Some eligible businesses may purchase enhanced visibility, which can influence their placement.

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#1
EJ Schneider, Esq. at Dalton & Finegold LLP
5202 reviews
Home buyers and sellersClients needing hands-on closing guidance
#2
Kriss Law/Atlantic Closing & Escrow
4.8478 reviews
#3
Alavi + Braza, P.C.
5186 reviews
First-time buyersCondominium purchases and home sales
#4
Elizabeth “Liz” Barletta of the Barletta Team @ Ligris
5175 reviews
#5
John Rogaris Law Office
5141 reviews
First-time home buyersOut-of-state buyers and sellers
#6
Walter Pawlowski, Esq. at Sherman Law
580 reviews
First-time or anxious buyersFamilies needing patient legal guidance
#7
Megan Galaburda Law, PC
549 reviews
First-time home buyersOut-of-state movers
#8
Heine Goodale Law
545 reviews
First-time buyersComplex purchases and sales
#9
Stephen Kenny - Real Estate Attorney
536 reviews
First-time buyers
#10
Statera Law
4.985 reviews
Home buyers and sellersProperty owners connecting real estate with estate planning
#11
Lieberman Law Office
4.664 reviews
First-time home buyersProperty law and zoning matters
#12
Pino Law, A Division of Kriss Law/Atlantic Closing & Escrow
4.934 reviews
Real estate closings
#13
The Law Offices of David A. Camiel P.C.
4.747 reviews
First-time buyersComplex mortgage transactions
#14
Ryan W. Cunningham, Real Estate Attorney
527 reviews
Buyers and sellersClients needing careful transaction guidance
#15
Gilmartin Magence LLP
4.836 reviews
Residential buyers who want detailed guidance through a closing

Compare 15 real estate attorneys in Boston

EJ Schneider, Esq. at Dalton & Finegold LLP #1

EJ Schneider, Esq. at Dalton & Finegold LLP

5202 reviews
125 High St Ste 405, Boston, MA 02110, United States
Best for
Home buyers and sellersClients needing hands-on closing guidance

EJ Schneider, Esq. at Dalton & Finegold LLP focuses on Boston real estate matters, including purchase, sale, purchase-and-sale agreements and closing work. The process is handled with clear explanations, careful document review and proactive follow-through, helping clients understand issues and respond before they become obstacles.

EJ is especially well suited to buyers and sellers who want prompt answers, practical guidance and a closing process that feels organized rather than opaque. Appointments are recommended.

Kriss Law/Atlantic Closing & Escrow #2

Kriss Law/Atlantic Closing & Escrow

4.8478 reviews
15 Crawford St, Needham, MA 02494, United States

Kriss Law/Atlantic Closing & Escrow handles Boston real estate transactions with an emphasis on communication, organization and calm guidance through complex paperwork. The team supports buyers, sellers and clients managing linked transactions, explaining the closing process in accessible terms and keeping documents and next steps moving.

Its online portal adds a practical layer for reviewing details, while the broader team structure allows different specialists to stay involved across a transaction. The approach suits clients who want frequent updates, patient explanations and a coordinated closing experience.

Alavi + Braza, P.C. #3

Alavi + Braza, P.C.

5186 reviews
20 Park Plaza #432, Boston, MA 02116, United States
Best for
First-time buyersCondominium purchases and home sales

Alavi + Braza, P.C. provides Boston real estate representation for purchases, sales and closings, with detailed due diligence and close attention to purchase agreements, condominium documents and closing paperwork. The team’s style is organized and explanatory, helping first-time buyers understand unfamiliar legal steps while keeping more complex transactions on track.

The firm is a strong fit for clients who want a responsive attorney and coordinated support from offer through closing. Its work emphasizes careful review, clear communication and protection of the client’s interests rather than simply moving documents from one stage to the next. Appointments are required or recommended.

Elizabeth “Liz” Barletta of the Barletta Team @ Ligris #4

Elizabeth “Liz” Barletta of the Barletta Team @ Ligris

5175 reviews
1188 Centre St, Newton Centre, MA 02459, United States

Elizabeth “Liz” Barletta of the Barletta Team at Ligris brings detailed, highly responsive guidance to Boston real estate transactions. Her work is marked by strong communication, careful coordination and a clear focus on protecting the client’s interests from the initial agreement through completion.

Liz’s team-based approach is particularly useful for buyers, sellers and brokers who value quick answers, dependable organization and a smooth handoff between the legal and practical sides of a transaction.

John Rogaris Law Office #5

John Rogaris Law Office

5141 reviews
922 Waltham St #105, Lexington, MA 02421, United States
Best for
First-time home buyersOut-of-state buyers and sellers

John Rogaris Law Office serves Boston real estate clients through purchase, sale and mortgage-closing matters, with a practical emphasis on clear communication and steady guidance. The team takes time to explain each stage, clarify unexpected issues and keep clients aware of the next steps.

That approach is valuable for first-time buyers, sellers handling a major transition and out-of-state clients who need a well-organized process without unnecessary complexity. Appointments are required or recommended.

Walter Pawlowski, Esq. at Sherman Law #6

Walter Pawlowski, Esq. at Sherman Law

580 reviews
222 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116, United States
Best for
First-time or anxious buyersFamilies needing patient legal guidance

Walter Pawlowski, Esq. at Sherman Law guides Boston clients through real estate purchases and sales with detailed preparation, fast responses and plain-language explanations. He makes time for questions, including the small ones that can otherwise add uncertainty to a closing, and keeps the process organized from beginning to end.

His patient, reassuring style is especially valuable for families, older clients and anyone who wants each document and decision explained before moving forward. Appointments are recommended.

Megan Galaburda Law, PC #7

Megan Galaburda Law, PC

549 reviews
27 Harvard St, Brookline, MA 02445, United States
Best for
First-time home buyersOut-of-state movers

Megan Galaburda Law, PC supports Boston buyers and sellers with thorough, direct guidance across purchase agreements, condominium documents, contingencies, limited warranties and closing documents. Megan’s communication is warm but transparent, with careful attention to detail and a clear effort to keep clients informed and protected as a transaction develops.

The firm is particularly helpful for first-time buyers, out-of-state movers and clients facing a complicated or changing sale. Its LGBTQ+ friendly setting and transgender-safe-space designation add an important layer of welcome for clients seeking an affirming legal environment. Appointments are required or recommended.

Heine Goodale Law #8

Heine Goodale Law

545 reviews
118 Needham St #2, Newton, MA 02464, United States
Best for
First-time buyersComplex purchases and sales

Heine Goodale Law handles Boston-area real estate purchases and sales with careful preparation, plain-language explanations and close attention to every transaction detail. Karla Heine and her team are particularly effective when a matter involves multiple moving parts, tight timing or clients who need patient help navigating unfamiliar paperwork.

The firm also brings a considerate, inclusive approach, with online appointments and a transgender-safe-space designation. First-time buyers, sellers managing a complicated move and clients working across time zones can benefit from a team that stays organized and communicates clearly. Appointments are required or recommended.

Stephen Kenny - Real Estate Attorney #9

Stephen Kenny - Real Estate Attorney

536 reviews
200 Highland Ave #302, Needham, MA 02494, United States
Best for
First-time buyers

Stephen Kenny is a Boston real estate attorney known for organized transaction management, quick communication and careful attention to the details that can shape a purchase or sale. He explains each step clearly, stays available when questions arise and helps keep closings moving smoothly.

His approachable style suits first-time buyers, sellers navigating a major move and clients who want a responsive attorney from agreement through completion. Appointments are recommended.

Statera Law #10

Statera Law

4.985 reviews
181 Wells Ave, Newton, MA 02459, United States
Best for
Home buyers and sellersProperty owners connecting real estate with estate planning

Statera Law is a Boston law firm with real estate at the center of its practice, assisting buyers, sellers, refinance borrowers, homeowners, developers, investors and mortgage lenders throughout Massachusetts. The team also handles family law and estate planning, creating useful continuity when a property purchase affects broader household or financial decisions.

For residential transactions, the firm’s style is organized and communication-focused: legal paperwork is explained carefully, unexpected details are addressed calmly, and the closing process is guided step by step. Its real estate work extends to lender representation and property-related estate planning, making the firm relevant for both first-time buyers and more complex transactions. Appointments may need to be arranged in advance.

Lieberman Law Office #11

Lieberman Law Office

4.664 reviews
300 Washington St, Newton, MA 02458, United States
Best for
First-time home buyersProperty law and zoning matters

Lieberman Law Office handles Boston real estate matters with a strong focus on closings, property law, zoning and complex sale situations. The team guides first-time buyers through unfamiliar paperwork, keeps documents organized and responds quickly when questions or complications arise.

Its broader team structure is useful when a transaction involves several legal angles or requires coordination across multiple professionals. The tone is thoughtful and practical, making the office a good fit for buyers, sellers, investors and clients dealing with more involved property matters.

Pino Law, A Division of Kriss Law/Atlantic Closing & Escrow #12

Pino Law, A Division of Kriss Law/Atlantic Closing & Escrow

4.934 reviews
15 Crawford St, Needham, MA 02494, United States
Best for
Real estate closings

Pino Law, a division of Kriss Law/Atlantic Closing & Escrow, focuses on Boston real estate closings with responsive communication, careful document handling and proactive coordination. The team manages the practical details of a transaction, including paperwork and money transfers, while keeping buyers and sellers informed throughout.

Its process is well suited to first-time buyers, remote sellers and transactions that need a closing attorney to stay ahead of deadlines and complications. Clear explanations and timely replies help make a demanding financial milestone easier to follow. Appointments are recommended.

The Law Offices of David A. Camiel P.C. #13

The Law Offices of David A. Camiel P.C.

4.747 reviews
1330 Boylston St Ste 100, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467, United States
Best for
First-time buyersComplex mortgage transactions

The Law Offices of David A. Camiel P.C. provides Boston real estate representation for purchases, sales and closings, with a team-oriented approach that combines clear communication, responsive paperwork support and careful attention to complicated transactions. Attorneys and paralegals help clients understand what is happening at each stage while coordinating with lenders, sellers and other parties.

The office is particularly useful when a matter includes a complex mortgage, inspection concerns, repeated changes or several transactions within a short period. Its patient, organized handling can give first-time buyers and busy professionals a clearer path through a demanding process. Online appointments are available and appointments are recommended.

Ryan W. Cunningham, Real Estate Attorney #14

Ryan W. Cunningham, Real Estate Attorney

527 reviews
530 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116, United States
Best for
Buyers and sellersClients needing careful transaction guidance

Ryan W. Cunningham provides Boston real estate counsel for purchases and sales, combining careful document review with clear advice and steady communication. He is particularly attentive to late complications, negotiations with the other side and the practical questions that can make a transaction feel uncertain.

Ryan’s style is professional but approachable: he explains each step, responds promptly and works closely with brokers and paralegal staff to keep details aligned. That makes him a strong fit for buyers, sellers and clients handling property transactions from outside the immediate area.

Gilmartin Magence LLP #15

Gilmartin Magence LLP

4.836 reviews
305 Washington St, Newton, MA 02458, United States
Best for
Residential buyers who want detailed guidance through a closing

Gilmartin Magence LLP is a Boston real estate law firm focused on guiding buyers and sellers through residential transactions and closings. Its approach emphasizes careful document review, clear explanations, and close attention to deadlines and property issues.

The team is especially useful for first-time buyers navigating an unfamiliar process. Communication is patient and detailed, with support through changes, delays, open permits, remediation, and other complications that can affect a closing. Appointments are required or recommended, making advance scheduling important.

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Map of real estate attorneys in Boston

The available choices serve a broad Boston property market, so the transaction itself may matter more than proximity. Compare attorneys by the kind of purchase, sale or closing they handle and by how closely their working style fits your needs.

Convenience still matters when documents or signing require in-person attendance. If you are moving from outside the area or need remote flexibility, confirm the appointment process and communication expectations before engaging counsel.

Real estate legal services

  • Buyer representationSeveral attorneys work with home buyers, including first-time buyers who need clear guidance through the transaction.
  • Seller representationThe guide includes support for home sellers and condominium sales.
  • Closing guidanceEJ Schneider and John Rogaris are associated with hands-on or mortgage-closing support.
  • Condominium transactionsAlavi + Braza is associated with condominium purchases and home sales.
  • Out-of-state transactionsJohn Rogaris and Megan Galaburda serve buyers, sellers or movers handling a transaction from outside the area.
  • Complex purchases and salesHeine Goodale Law is associated with first-time buyers and more complex purchases and sales.
  • Remote appointmentsHeine Goodale Law is associated with remote appointment flexibility for clients who cannot attend every meeting in person.

How to choose a real estate attorney

  1. Name the transaction first: purchase, sale, condominium matter, mortgage closing or move.
  2. Ask how much hands-on guidance is included during contract review and closing preparation.
  3. If you are a first-time buyer, request a clear explanation of documents, deadlines and next steps.
  4. Confirm whether remote appointments are available if you live out of state or travel frequently.
  5. Ask how the attorney handles complex terms, title concerns and last-minute closing changes.
  6. Clarify communication timing and who will be your main point of contact.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a real estate attorney when buying a home in Boston?

Legal guidance can be especially useful for first-time buyers, condominium purchases, mortgage closings and transactions with unusual terms. An attorney can help review documents, explain obligations and prepare you for closing.

Ask each firm what part of the transaction it handles and when representation begins.

Which Boston attorneys help first-time home buyers?

Alavi + Braza, John Rogaris Law Office, Walter Pawlowski at Sherman Law, Megan Galaburda Law and Heine Goodale Law are associated with first-time buyers. Their approaches differ, from patient guidance to broader purchase support.

Discuss your experience level and ask how they explain deadlines, documents and closing steps.

Can a Boston real estate attorney help with an out-of-state purchase?

Yes, some options are associated with out-of-state buyers, sellers or movers, including John Rogaris Law Office and Megan Galaburda Law. Heine Goodale Law is also associated with remote appointment flexibility.

Confirm which meetings can be handled remotely and which signatures or closing steps require attendance.

What should I ask before hiring a real estate attorney?

Explain your transaction and ask about experience with its specific details, communication timing, document review, closing preparation and likely meeting format. First-time or anxious buyers should also ask how the attorney makes complex steps understandable.

Request a clear outline of the engagement and any costs before proceeding, without relying on a generic estimate.

Can an attorney handle a condominium purchase or sale?

Yes, condominium transactions are a stated focus for Alavi + Braza, and other attorneys may handle broader residential purchases and sales. Condo matters can involve association documents, rules and additional review.

Ask whether the attorney will examine the condominium package and explain any obligations before you commit.

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