Real Estate Law
Real estate lawyers advise developers, buyers, investors and lenders on property transactions, RERA compliance, title due diligence, land acquisition, development agreements, leasing and real estate financing.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Title due diligence and property search reports
- Development agreements, joint development and sale agreements
- RERA registration and compliance for developers
- Real estate financing and mortgage documentation
- Commercial leasing — office, retail and industrial properties
- Dispute resolution — RERA Appellate Tribunal and civil courts
Skills Required
- Transfer of Property Act, Registration Act, Stamp Acts
- RERA (Real Estate Regulation and Development Act) 2016
- Land acquisition law and LARR Act
- Title search methodology and encumbrance certificates
- Development agreement and JDA drafting
- FSI, zoning and town planning regulations
Career Roadmap
1
Study property law, contract law and land laws during LLB
2
Intern with real estate law firm or property developer legal team
3
Build title due diligence and documentation expertise
4
Develop RERA compliance advisory practice
5
Sector knowledge of real estate financing adds significant value
Salary Range
Junior (0-3 yrs)
Rs 3.5 to 8 LPA
Figures are indicative and vary by city, employer and experience.
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