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Real Estate Law

We have substantial experience in both commercial and residential real estate transactions, including purchase agreements, leases, tax-free exchanges, title opinions, closings, and land development.

Iowa City Real Estate Law Attorneys at Phelan Tucker Law LLP

The real estate attorneys at the law office of Phelan Tucker Law LLP have substantial experience in both commercial and residential real estate transactions. We are experienced, knowledgeable and committed to providing excellent attention to our clients before, during, and after real estate transactions. Whether buying or selling, often real estate deals are some of the biggest transactions that a person can make. We provide legal advice that enables our clients to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Residential Real Estate Attorneys

Our real estate lawyers provide comprehensive real estate services, and can efficiently guide you through the process of purchasing or selling residential real estate in Iowa City. Our services include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Drafting contracts
  • Negotiating price
  • Negotiating mortgage terms
  • Review of binding agreements
  • Drafting of lease-to-own agreements
  • Escrow services
  • Deed searches
  • Loan applications
  • Land purchase
  • Zoning legal services

Whether you are buying or selling real estate in Iowa, our real estate attorneys listen to what you want to achieve and protect your best interests throughout the real estate transaction.

Commercial Real Estate Attorneys

Because each commercial real estate project is different, we cater our services to meet the individual needs of each client. Our commercial real estate attorneys can assist with the following:

  • Rights protection
  • Oversight of commercial real estate transaction
  • Legal representation for interactions with purchasers/sellers, insurance companies, court, builders/developers, town committees
  • Negotiations with real estate brokers, agents, and mortgage lenders
  • Drafting of purchase agreements
  • Representation in construction disputes
  • Environmental site assessments
  • Tax-free exchanges
  • Land development

Our firm helps you navigate through the entire commercial real estate transaction process, from the beginning to a successful closing.


Call our office today to speak with an attorney at Phelan Tucker Law LLP who is experienced in real estate law and litigation. We proudly serve the Iowa City greater area, including Iowa City, Davenport, Cedar Rapids, Mt Pleasant, and Des Moines. Our attorneys will evaluate your case and conduct our investigation in an efficient and professional manner.

Call our office today at 319.354.1104 to speak in confidentiality with one of our attorneys.