Attorneys in the Kansas City Metro Area
Experienced Counsel in Real Estate and Zoning Matters
At the law office of Kapke & Willerth, L.L.C., in Lee's Summit, Missouri, we have provided knowledgeable representation to clients throughout the Kansas City metro area for over 40 years. We represent developers, homeowners associations, realtors and real estate brokers, business entities, municipalities and individuals. Contact our office or call us to set up a initial consultation.
Real Estate Litigation
We handle all types of real estate litigation, including:
- Claims for individual home buyers involving poor construction or design, mold or damage during construction.
- Cases for realtors and real estate brokers involving misrepresentation or non-disclosure. We also handle these types of claims for home buyers.
- Collections actions and assessment disputes for homeowners associations.
Real Estate Transactions
We work with buyers and sellers of residential and commercial property, advising them on all matters related to the purchase or sale of property, from the negotiation of terms to the closing of the transaction. Once the terms have been agreed upon, we can review and prepare all the documents required to complete the transaction, including buy-sell agreements, deeds, land contracts, mortgages, notes or other financing instruments, easements and covenants.
Land Use and Zoning
We represent developers and others in proceedings related to zoning and land use matters, including building permit approvals, zoning approvals, requests for variance or the issuance of special use permits, and amendments to existing zoning or land use ordinances. We regularly coach developers and engineers who will be making full presentations to a municipality, helping them recognize and prepare for any challenges. We know how to work with the different municipal agencies to minimize any problems that may arise.
Other Real Estate Matters
Our lawyers counsel clients on a wide range of additional real estate matters, including:
- Mechanic's liens: We represent plaintiffs and defendants in these actions to collect funds for improvements on real estate.
- Engineering and design issues: We work with engineering companies, helping them avoid or respond to allegations of misrepresentation or non-disclosure.
- Real estate foreclosures: We represent either side in foreclosure proceedings.
- Landlord-tenant issues: We represent residential and commercial landlords in unlawful detainer and rent possession actions.
- Condemnation actions: We work with individuals and municipalities, negotiating condemnations and defending condemnation actions.
- The administration and management of homeowner associations.
To schedule a initial consultation, contact us or call us at 816-461-3800. We are available by appointment from 8 am until 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday. We accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover.
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Kapke & Willerth, L.L.C.
3304 Ralph Powell Road
Lee's Summit, MO 64064
Telephone: 816-461-3800 | Fax: 816-254-8014

