Worldwide: Real Estate

Attorney Taylor Dawson explores the fundamental legal principles governing adverse possession, examining how property rights can be acquired through continuous, open, and hostile occupation.

Florida's Second District Court of Appeal has clarified the procedural requirements for challenging mechanic's liens in condominium disputes, establishing that individual unit owners possess standing to contest liens even when the underlying contract was between a contractor and the condominium association. The decision emphasizes the strict compliance demanded by Florida's lien statutes and the consequences contractors face when they fail to meet statutory deadlines during show cause proceedings.

Property owners considering relocating their Washington LLCs face important decisions about entity formation, real estate transfer tax exemptions, and foreign registration requirements. Understanding the legal mechanics of transferring real property to out-of-state entities while maintaining tax-exempt status requires careful coordination between legal structure and ownership percentages. The choice between statutory conversion and forming new entities carries distinct implications for compliance, privacy,

On Aug. 18, 2026, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed Executive Order 2026-05 (EO 2026-05). The order directs state agencies — principally the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Department of Revenue (DOR), and Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) — to condition certain permitting, tax, and incentive-related actions on compliance with the governor’s Responsible Infrastructure Development (GRID) Requirements.

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's Executive Order introduces new regulations for data center development, establishing requirements for energy affordability, community engagement, and environmental protection while granting municipalities increased authority over local projects. The order presents unique challenges for developers as most local codes lack provisions for data centers, a relatively new land use category that has emerged only in recent years.

The Eighth Circuit's affirmation of a $1 billion settlement in Burnett v. National Association of Realtors marks a watershed moment in antitrust litigation, fundamentally restructuring how buyer-broker commissions operate in residential real estate. The decision upheld the elimination of NAR's longstanding Cooperative Compensation Rule while addressing critical procedural questions about nationwide class action settlements, release scope, and attorneys' fees. What does this landmark ruling mean for companie

Construction defects—from design flaws to code violations—can compromise a building's safety and value, leading to complex disputes involving contractors, architects, and multiple parties. Understanding the five most common causes of construction defect litigation and the legal theories that support these claims is essential for protecting your interests.

Oregon's new construction defect legislation shortens the statute of repose from ten to seven years while introducing mandatory moisture inspections and expanded procedural requirements for homeowners associations.

Tennessee's 114th General Assembly enacted significant changes to local government construction procurement, tax increment financing, and workforce housing initiatives. New legislation establishes streamlined development review timelines, expands public meeting transparency requirements, and creates innovative financing mechanisms for essential employee housing and infrastructure development districts.