Tennessee lets title companies handle most closings, so a real estate lawyer isn't legally required in Memphis the way it is in some states — but on anything complicated, the attorney is what stands between you and a costly title or contract surprise. Memphis deals are recorded at the Shelby County Register of Deeds, and Tennessee charges a transfer tax of $0.37 per $100 of value. For builder, investor, commercial, and disputed transactions, the firms below handle Memphis and Shelby County real estate and appear across public legal directories.
Updated May 24, 2026
A title company can close a clean residential sale, but a real estate lawyer earns their fee the moment anything is unusual. Talk to a Memphis real estate attorney if:
Memphis is a major investment-property market, and that's exactly where do-it-yourself closings go wrong — the lawyer's job is to make sure title is clean and the contract protects you before the money moves.
Residential closings are often flat-fee; disputes and commercial work are hourly:
A Memphis residential closing handled by an attorney commonly runs $500 to $1,500 as a flat fee, separate from Tennessee's transfer tax ($0.37 per $100 of value) and the Shelby County recording fees. Title disputes, boundary suits, and commercial transactions are billed hourly. See our real estate legal guide and the attorney cost guide.
For a clean cash or financed residential deal, the calendar is mostly the lender's. The attorney's value is concentrated where it counts — confirming clean title and a sound contract before you sign.
A Memphis firm with real estate closings at the forefront of its practice for more than 55 years, representing builders, developers, and lending institutions and approved to close for most local banks and mortgage companies. A strong default for residential and lender closings.
A respected provider of title and closing services across Greater Memphis, Shelby County, and West Tennessee, with attorney Jeremiah McGuire bringing mortgage-law experience to real estate transactions. A fit for buyers and sellers who want experienced title and closing counsel.
A Memphis firm assisting clients with the purchase and sale of property, transactions and disputes, and the preparation of closing documents. A practical option for residential and small-commercial deals in the Memphis area.
A Memphis real estate attorney licensed since 1987 who has handled thousands of real estate transactions, focusing on residential and commercial closings. A focused choice for clients who want a seasoned solo handling the deal directly.
A Memphis firm guiding residential and commercial clients through closing and buying property, plus leases, construction contracts, and mortgage matters. A fit when a real estate deal overlaps with leasing or construction issues.
Firm details are gathered from public legal directories (Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Avvo, Justia, FindLaw); ratings not shown are not yet aggregated. We do not accept payment for placement.
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