Harry Franklyn George

Harry George

I recently read a review from someone (anonymous) claiming to be a client who took the time to complain about my work without taking the time to discuss his or her concerns with me. The matter supposedly handled was the purchase and sale of real estate. The writer refers to the attorney representing the party from whom they bought or sold as opposing counsel. While the attorneys representing buyers and sellers sit on opposite sides at the closing table the purchase and sale of a real estate property need not and should not be an adversarial proceeding. In the area of real estate practice I come across a lot of the same attorneys frequently who likewise handle closings. While I may represent a client once or twice on a real estate transaction I can have many closings with the same attorney as we represent different clients. Maintaining relationships with those attorneys with whom i come into contact on a regular basis is beneficial to my clients. Attorneys with whom I work regularly can be more reasonable in spite of client demands which may or may not be supported by the contract and the facts. If a client has a concern I would hope they would bring it to my attention. If it is a concern that is supported by the contract and facts I always do my best to address it regardless of how well I interact with other lawyers.