64/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Real Estate Lawyers in College Station, TX: 2026 rankings
12 real estate lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in College Station: J. Fred Bayliss, PC, LFR Score 64/100; 3.7★ from 13 Google reviews.
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Most-reviewed: Benn Law Group, 24 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 12 ranked; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
12 College Station real estate lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 1 open Saturdays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 12 rated law firms.
Top 10 real estate lawyers in College Station at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | J. Fred Bayliss, PC | 64 | 3.7★ (13) | Bryan, 2 mi away | Top score |
| 2 | The Dillard Law Firm | 63 | 5.0★ (6) | Bryan, 2 mi away | — |
| 3 | Law Offices of Wayne T. Rife, P.C. | 61 | 3.7★ (3) | College Station | — |
| 4 | Benn Law Group | 59 | 4.8★ (24) | College Station | Most reviews |
| 5 | Middleton & Middleton - Attorneys at Law | 57 | 4.3★ (18) | College Station | — |
| 6 | Moon Law | 57 | 5.0★ (16) | College Station | — |
| 7 | Robertson Neal Attorney | 57 | 4.4★ (19) | Bryan, 4 mi away | — |
| 8 | Searcy & Gandy, P.C. | 54 | 3.3★ (12) | Bryan, 2 mi away | — |
| 9 | The Ellison Firm | 54 | 5.0★ (6) | College Station | — |
| 10 | Watson Law Firm | 53 | 3.8★ (6) | College Station | — |
All 12 real estate lawyers in College Station, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Bryan, 2 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in College Station
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in College Station
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 24 Google reviews, the most in College Station.
Based in College Station
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.3★ from 18 Google reviews.
#6 Moon Law
Based in College Station
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews.
Based in Bryan, 4 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 19 Google reviews.
Based in Bryan, 2 mi away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 3.3★ from 12 Google reviews.
Based in College Station
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
#10 Watson Law Firm
Based in College Station
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.8★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Bryan, 1 mi away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Bryan, 3 mi away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Also serving College Station
20 more real estate lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Angel Reyes & Associates | 5.0★ (33) | In College Station |
| Blackmon Appraisal & Associates | 1.0★ (1) | In College Station |
| Brieden Sarah | In College Station | |
| Chad Jones Law | 4.9★ (212) | In College Station |
| Elmore Otis E | 5.0★ (1) | In College Station |
| Hoelscher, Lipsey, Elmore, Poole & Turnbill P.C. Attorneys and Counselors at Law | 5.0★ (1) | In College Station |
| Law Office of Randy Michel | 4.6★ (29) | In College Station |
| Moon Stephen B | 5.0★ (8) | In College Station |
| Neal Robertson | 5.0★ (1) | 4 mi |
| Paradowski Law | 4.9★ (148) | In College Station |
| Paul Sweitzer Law Office | 4 mi | |
| Peterson Law Group | 4.3★ (31) | In College Station |
| Richard D. Talbert P.C. Attorneys | 3.7★ (3) | In College Station |
| Shane Stibora, Attorney at Law | In College Station | |
| Stephen Gustitis, Criminal Defense Attorney | 4.7★ (80) | In College Station |
| Stephen R. Hollas, P.C. | 5.0★ (5) | In College Station |
| The Greening Law Group | 4.9★ (391) | In College Station |
| The Law Offices Of Drew Gibson and Associates | 5.0★ (2) | In College Station |
| Waltman Law Group | 5.0★ (4) | In College Station |
| West Webb Allbritton & Gentry PC | 4.3★ (42) | In College Station |
How we ranked College Station real estate lawyers
We scored 12 College Station real estate lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In College Station data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a real estate lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many real estate law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask what the closing fee includes and which disbursements are charged on top.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a real estate lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- What does your closing fee include?
- Will you review the purchase contract before I sign?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Real estate lawyers in College Station: frequently asked questions
Which real estate lawyer has the highest LFR Score in College Station?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked real estate lawyer in College Station, TX is J. Fred Bayliss, PC with an LFR Score of 64/100. It has 3.7★ from 13 Google reviews. The Dillard Law Firm (#2) and Law Offices of Wayne T. Rife, P.C. (#3) follow. We ranked 12 real estate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many real estate lawyers are there in College Station?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 12 real estate lawyers serving College Station, TX. 6 of them are based in College Station; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which real estate lawyers in College Station work on weekends?
1 of 12 ranked real estate lawyers post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is Law Offices of Brett S Charles PLLC (#11). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do College Station real estate lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 12 rated real estate lawyers in College Station is 4.3★, with a median of 9 reviews. Benn Law Group has the most, 24 reviews, and ranks #4. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank real estate lawyers?
Each real estate lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do real estate lawyers outside College Station count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the College Station city center, our service radius for real estate lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can real estate lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do real estate lawyers in College Station, TX charge?
Real estate lawyers often charge a flat fee for a residential closing and hourly rates for disputes and commercial work. Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $399 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
Do I need a lawyer to buy a house?
It depends on the state: some states require or customarily use an attorney for closings, others use title or escrow companies. A lawyer can still review the contract before you sign. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of real estate lawyers in College Station, TX ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in College Station?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for College Station
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 12 real estate lawyers serving College Station.
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