$ 185-300 per hour
About Bruce
Biography
Mr. Ikefugi has focused his practice in the area of real estate law since admission to the New York State Bar in 1990. His day to day practice includes residential and commercial purchases and sales, mortgage lending, leasing, and statewide foreclosure and relocation services. He has negotiated, drafted documents, and closed numerous commercial loans on behalf of commercial lenders; additionally, he has represented several municipalities relative to foreclosures in connection with various grants and municipal liens. Bruce provides guidance in real estate related transactions not only statewide, but has also done considerable work in Maine, Vermont, and Florida.
Mr. Ikefugi frequently makes presentations to corporate clients, real estate agents, mortgage brokers, sellers, and homebuyers on a variety of topics related to real estate law, including foreclosures, mortgage financing, short sales, avoiding liability, and home purchases. With regards to more unusual matters, Bruce has had over 25 years of real estate experience in land contracts, wrap-around mortgages, reverse mortgages, property tax and zoning challenges, wetlands, septic and well disputes, and radon, mold, and foundation problems. He has also provided analysis, briefs, and memoranda in support and in challenge of real estate lawsuits, such as actions for partition and actions to quiet title.
As the Chair of one of the largest Real Estate Departments in upstate New York, he oversees thousands of sales, purchases, and financing transactions each year. When disputes or difficulties arise, his manner of handling them has earned him membership in Best Lawyers in America from 2012 through 2016. Membership is based on the votes and opinions of real estate attorneys in New York with firsthand experience working with him.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Real Estate
100%
37 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 36 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
Hogan Willig - Main Office
2410 North Forest Road, Suite 301, Getzville, NY, 14068
HoganWillig PLLC- Buffalo Office
155 Summer St., Buffalo, NY, 14222
HoganWillig PLLC- Lancaster Office
43 Central Ave, Lancaster, NY, 14086
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Experience
Honors
2016
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
Work Experience
1993 - 1998
Attorney, Law Offices of Ronald Willig
1990 - 1993
Attorney, Phillips Lytle Hitchcock Blaine & Huber
Associations
1989 - Present
Bar Association of Erie CountyMember
Erie County Distressed Properties Task Force
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Action for Foreclosure
Foreclosure Discontinued
Action to Quiet Title
Verdict in favor of client by trial court and on appeal
Education
1989
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
University of Rochester
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Lunch and Learn
Property Condition Disclosure Requirements
N/A
Local seminars
Best Practices and Procedures in Real Estate negotiations and closings
Publications
N/A
Relocation Training Manuel for Closings in New York State
Relocation Training Manuel for Closings in New York State
Languages
French
Japanese
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I put a quiet title action against my ex?
28 Apr 2021
Q&A
Do you have to stay the whole 30 days once you give a 30 day notice? I am giving a 30 day notice but moving within 10 days
20 Jun 2019
Q&A
Can I apply 2 liens on 1 property?
20 Apr 2018