70/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 441 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Real Estate Lawyers in Milpitas, CA: 2026 rankings
76 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 Milpitas: Bay Legal, PC, LFR Score 70/100; 4.8★ from 441 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): Tobener Ravenscroft - San Jose Tenant Lawyers, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 76.
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Most-reviewed: Castaneda & Co., PC, Real Estate Attorneys, 175 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 76 ranked after Bay Legal, PC; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
76 Milpitas real estate lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 7 are open 24/7, 17 open Saturdays and 12 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 76 rated law firms.
Top 10 real estate lawyers in Milpitas 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 | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bay Legal, PC | 70 | 4.8★ (441) | Palo Alto, 14 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | Castaneda & Co., PC, Real Estate Attorneys | 69 | 5.0★ (175) | San Jose, 6 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 3 | Tobener Ravenscroft - San Jose Tenant Lawyers | 65 | 4.5★ (22) | San Jose, 7 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 4 | Hoffman Law Group, APC | 60 | 4.8★ (17) | San Jose, 6 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | The Jellins Group APLC | 60 | 5.0★ (12) | Menlo Park, 15 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 6 | The Law Office of H. Daniel Na | 60 | 5.0★ (11) | San Jose, 6 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Rossi, Hamerslough, Reischl & Chuck | 59 | 4.1★ (18) | San Jose, 6 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Talkov Law Partition Attorneys | 59 | 4.5★ (11) | San Jose, 6 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Hills Law Firm | 59 | 4.3★ (4) | Union City, 14 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 10 | Law Office Of Jimmy Nguyen APC | 58 | 5.0★ (7) | San Jose, 5 mi away | — | — |
All 76 real estate lawyers in Milpitas, 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.
Based in San Jose, 6 mi away
69/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 175 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in San Jose, 7 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in San Jose, 6 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Menlo Park, 15 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in San Jose, 6 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in San Jose, 6 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.1★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in San Jose, 6 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Union City, 14 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in San Jose, 5 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in San Jose, 7 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 68 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#12 BoyesLegal, APC
Based in San Jose, 7 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Palo Alto, 13 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Palo Alto, 13 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#15 Azimov Law Firm
Based in San Jose, 6 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 127 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in San Jose, 7 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Los Altos, 12 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 112 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#18 Charles W Wagner
Based in San Jose, 9 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Campbell, 9 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in San Carlos, 20 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Albany, 15 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in San Jose, 7 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 1.3★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Communications Hill, 24 mi away
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#24 Wade Litigation
Based in Los Gatos, 15 mi away
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#25 Mosaic Law, P.C.
Based in San Jose, 15 mi away
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Real estate lawyers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 76 ranked real estate lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Milpitas
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Abdalah Law Offices | 4.5★ (2) | 10 mi |
| Allied Legal PC | 4.2★ (91) | In Milpitas |
| Anderson & Associates, Law Offices | In Milpitas | |
| Capillas at Law | In Milpitas | |
| Central Coast Bankruptcy, Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Hoge Fenton | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| John D. Teter Law Offices | 3.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
| Keyes Law Group, PC | 5.0★ (325) | In Milpitas |
| Law Office of BAO-QUAN P. PHAM | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Law Office of Garry Barbadillo | 3.7★ (3) | In Milpitas |
| Law office of Gopal Krishan | 4.6★ (104) | In Milpitas |
| Law Offices of Brish Miller, A.P.C. | 5.0★ (4) | In Milpitas |
| Law Offices of David Y Chun | 3.0★ (2) | 5 mi |
| Law Offices of John Hoang, P.C. 黄律师事务所，旧金山，湾区专业离婚律师/移民律师, Divorce Lawyer | 5.0★ (47) | In Milpitas |
| Maydanik Law Firm | 5.0★ (39) | In Milpitas |
| Norman E. Matteoni | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Terra Law LLP | 1.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| The Law Offices Of Weilin Sun | 5.0★ (1) | In Milpitas |
| Totah Law | 5.0★ (2) | 11 mi |
| Trinh law | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
How we ranked Milpitas real estate lawyers
We scored 76 Milpitas 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 Milpitas 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 Milpitas: frequently asked questions
Which real estate lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Milpitas?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked real estate lawyer in Milpitas, CA is Bay Legal, PC with an LFR Score of 70/100. It has 4.8★ from 441 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Castaneda & Co., PC, Real Estate Attorneys (#2) and Tobener Ravenscroft - San Jose Tenant Lawyers (#3) follow. We ranked 76 real estate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many real estate lawyers are there in Milpitas?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 76 real estate lawyers serving Milpitas, CA. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which real estate lawyers in Milpitas are open 24/7?
7 ranked real estate lawyers in Milpitas post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Bay Legal, PC (#1), Tobener Ravenscroft - San Jose Tenant Lawyers (#3) and Hills Law Firm (#9). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which real estate lawyers in Milpitas work on weekends?
17 of 76 ranked real estate lawyers post Saturday hours and 12 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Bay Legal, PC (#1), Tobener Ravenscroft - San Jose Tenant Lawyers (#3) and The Jellins Group APLC (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Milpitas real estate lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 76 rated real estate lawyers in Milpitas is 4.8★, with a median of 8 reviews. Bay Legal, PC has the most, 441 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 Milpitas count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Milpitas 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 Milpitas, CA 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 Milpitas, CA 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 Milpitas?
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 Milpitas
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 76 real estate lawyers serving Milpitas.
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