Tilchin & Hall, P.C. · Novi, Michigan
Real Estate Attorneys in Novi, Michigan
Practical legal guidance for residential and commercial property matters—from reviewing transaction documents to addressing disputes.
Serving Clients Since 1978
Real Estate Law
Clear Guidance for Important Property Decisions
Property decisions can affect your home, business, and long-term plans. Tilchin & Hall, P.C. helps clients understand their options and address the legal details of property matters. Our approach combines practical advice with attention to your circumstances, documents, and goals.
Since 1978, the firm has worked with Michigan property owners, buyers, sellers, landlords, and associations. We take time to understand what you are trying to accomplish, explain the relevant legal details in plain terms, and help you weigh the choices in front of you. The goal is practical guidance you can act on—not just an answer, but an understanding of your options.
Whether you are reviewing a purchase agreement, addressing a lease concern, or facing a property dispute, we focus on your specific circumstances and the documents that shape your matter.
Our Services
Residential & Commercial Real Estate Legal Services
Six focused service areas covering the property matters Michigan clients bring to the firm—from transaction documents to disputes.
Buying, Selling & Closing Documents
Purchase agreements, disclosures, land contracts, closing documents, and for-sale-by-owner matters.
- Purchase agreements
- Seller disclosures
- Land contracts
- Closing documents
- For-sale-by-owner review
Commercial Property & Leases
Contract review and commercial or residential lease matters affecting owners and businesses.
- Commercial lease review
- Residential lease review
- Contract review
- Owner and tenant terms
Title, Easements & Property Boundaries
Title concerns, easements, encroachments, and boundary disputes affecting use and ownership.
- Title concerns
- Easements
- Encroachments
- Boundary disputes
Landlord-Tenant Matters
Lease disputes, property damage, violations, and eviction matters involving residential property.
- Lease disputes
- Property damage
- Lease violations
- Eviction matters
Land Use & Zoning
Property-use questions and local ordinance issues that affect how property may be used.
- Property-use questions
- Local ordinance issues
- Use restrictions
Additional Property Matters
Property tax forfeiture, oil and gas leases, and related property issues addressed by the firm.
- Property tax forfeiture
- Oil and gas leases
- Related property issues
Serving a community association? For association governance, governing documents, assessments, enforcement, and association disputes, see our dedicated Condominium & HOA Legal Services.
Property Disputes
When a Property Disagreement Becomes a Legal Dispute
Not every disagreement needs to become a lawsuit. Tilchin & Hall, P.C. starts by evaluating the disagreement, reviewing the relevant information, and discussing the paths available to you. The approach that fits depends on the circumstances of your matter.
- Negotiation — working toward a practical resolution between the parties.
- Mediation — a collaborative process to help parties explore resolution.
- Litigation — representing you in civil disputes when court is the appropriate path.
The appropriate approach varies by matter. We can help you weigh the options after understanding your circumstances.
Before You Call
Preparing to Discuss Your Real Estate Matter
A little preparation helps us understand your matter more quickly. You do not need everything organized before reaching out—the list below is a starting point.
After learning about your matter, we can help identify which materials are relevant. Please share documents through the firm's approved intake process rather than attaching sensitive files to an initial message.
Information that often helps
- A short description of the concern and desired outcome.
- Relevant property addresses.
- Important dates or upcoming deadlines.
- Relevant agreements or correspondence.
- Names of the parties involved.
- Any notices or court papers already received.
Our Attorneys
Meet Attorneys with Relevant Real Estate Experience
Direct communication and personal attention are part of how the firm works. These attorneys handle real estate and related matters.
Steven E. Hall
Steven E. Hall brings decades of Michigan real estate experience to the firm's property practice, advising clients on transactions, documents, and the details that shape ownership.
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Corene C. Ford
Corene C. Ford focuses on real estate disputes, civil litigation, and mediation, helping clients evaluate disagreements and the paths available to resolve them.
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Adam Randall
Adam Randall works with property documents and community association matters, reviewing agreements and addressing the legal details that affect owners and associations.
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Real Estate Insights from Tilchin & Hall
Practical reading on property and community association topics from the firm.
Firm NewsThe Importance of Written Agreements for Co-Owned Property
Owning property with others, whether family members, friends, or business partners, can be a practical way to acquire real estate. But without a clear agreement in place,…
Firm NewsHow to Protect Yourself from Wire Fraud in Michigan Real Estate Closings
Real estate transactions have become increasingly digital over the last several years. Purchase agreements are signed electronically, documents are exchanged through email and…
Firm NewsAction Without Meeting in Community Associations
Most actions by community associations require a vote, either by the Board of Directors, or by the full membership. The basic forum for casting votes is at a meeting: an annual…
FAQs
Real Estate Law Questions
Answers to common questions about the firm's real estate practice. For your specific circumstances, please contact our office.
Yes. The firm advises clients on residential and commercial property transactions, leases, title and boundary questions, and related disputes. See the service sections above for the matters we handle.
Yes. You can request document review through the appointment form below or by calling our office. When you reach out, please share any upcoming decision date so we understand your timeline. We cannot guarantee a specific turnaround before learning about your matter.
Yes. The firm evaluates disagreements, reviews the relevant information, and discusses available paths forward, including negotiation, mediation, and litigation. See the property disputes section above and our civil litigation services for more detail.
Yes. The firm reviews residential and commercial leases and advises on lease disputes, property damage, violations, and eviction matters. Attorneys including Corene C. Ford and Adam Randall work on these matters.
It helps to gather a short description of your concern, relevant property addresses, important dates or deadlines, related agreements or correspondence, the parties involved, and any notices or court papers received. We can help identify which materials are relevant after learning about your matter.
Yes. The firm is one of the few in Michigan that focuses on housing association law. For governance, governing documents, assessments, enforcement, and association disputes, see our Condominium & HOA Legal Services.
Yes. Based in Novi, the firm serves the Ann Arbor area and clients throughout Michigan. Service coverage extends beyond the physical office location.
Call 248-349-6203 or use the appointment request form below. You can ask our office about consultation arrangements and fees when you reach out; we do not assume a particular fee structure here.
Our Novi Office
Discuss Your Property Matter with Our Novi Office
Tell us how we can help you take the next step.
Tilchin & Hall, P.C.
39500 High Pointe Blvd
Ste 470
Novi, MI 48375
Based in Novi, the firm serves the Ann Arbor area and clients throughout Michigan. Visit the Novi office page.
Take the Next Step on Your Real Estate Matter
Tell us the general nature of your concern and how to reach you. Contact our Novi office to request an appointment and discuss how the firm may be able to assist.