Ranked #1 in Westminster
Based in Baltimore, 19 mi away
65/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 416 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Real Estate Lawyers in Westminster, MD: 2026 rankings
33 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 Westminster: RESE - Real Estate Settlements & Escrow, LLC, LFR Score 65/100; 5.0★ from 416 Google reviews; open evenings.
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Most-reviewed: Lawyers Express Title, LLC, 465 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 33 ranked; ranked #7.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
33 Westminster 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 4.7★ across 33 rated law firms.
Top 10 real estate lawyers in Westminster 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 | RESE - Real Estate Settlements & Escrow, LLC | 65 | 5.0★ (416) | Baltimore, 19 mi away | Evenings | Top score |
| 2 | DK Law Group | 64 | 4.7★ (404) | Owings Mills, 16 mi away | — | — |
| 3 | Desper Law Group | 58 | 4.9★ (264) | Westminster | — | — |
| 4 | Lakeside Title Company | 58 | 4.8★ (215) | Westminster | — | — |
| 5 | Black Oak Title LLC - Baltimore County | 57 | 5.0★ (24) | Towson, 23 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Lakeside Title Company | 57 | 5.0★ (6) | Hanover, 14 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Lawyers Express Title, LLC | 54 | 4.9★ (465) | Baltimore, 23 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 8 | McEvoy Law | 53 | 5.0★ (3) | Frederick, 25 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Jeff Rogyom, Attorney at Law | 52 | 5.0★ (81) | Towson, 24 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 10 | Law Offices of Jessica L. Murray, LLC. | 52 | 3.8★ (55) | Westminster | — | — |
All 33 real estate lawyers in Westminster, 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.
#2 DK Law Group
Based in Owings Mills, 16 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 404 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in Westminster
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 264 Google reviews.
Based in Westminster
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 215 Google reviews.
Based in Towson, 23 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in Hanover, 14 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in Baltimore, 23 mi away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 465 Google reviews, the most in Westminster.
#8 McEvoy Law
Based in Frederick, 25 mi away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in Towson, 24 mi away
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 81 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Westminster
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.8★ from 55 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based in Frederick, 25 mi away
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Owings Mills, 16 mi away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 134 Google reviews.
Based in Westminster
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Westminster
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General practice attorney”.
Based in Westminster
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Frederick, 25 mi away
48/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 49 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Trial attorney”.
Based in Cockeysville, 19 mi away
47/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Title company”.
Based in Cockeysville, 21 mi away
47/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Title company”.
#19 PM Law
Based in Eldersburg, 12 mi away
47/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
#20 Barley Snyder
Based in Hanover, 16 mi away
47/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Owings Mills, 16 mi away
47/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Title company”.
Based in Frederick, 25 mi away
47/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Towson, 24 mi away
46/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Owings Mills, 14 mi away
46/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Catonsville, 24 mi away
46/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
All 33 real estate lawyers
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #33, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | D'Alessio Law, LLC. | 46 | 5.0★ (6) | 19 mi |
| 27 | G. Steven McKonly, PC | 46 | 4.2★ (5) | 16 mi |
| 28 | Galaxy Settlements | 46 | 5.0★ (7) | 21 mi |
| 29 | Thomas, Ronald, Cooper & Krumpe, P.A. | 44 | 3.7★ (3) | 19 mi |
| 30 | Law Offices Of Harry M. Rifkin | 44 | 2.5★ (14) | 22 mi |
| 31 | Offit Kurman | 43 | 4.0★ (4) | 25 mi |
| 32 | Miles & Stockbridge PC | 43 | 4.7★ (3) | 25 mi |
| 33 | Offit Kurman | 43 | 1.7★ (7) | 22 mi |
Also serving Westminster
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Albers & Associates | 4.8★ (353) | In Westminster |
| Bauhof Legal LLC. | 4.4★ (37) | In Westminster |
| BobSmithLaw, LLC | 4.6★ (27) | In Westminster |
| Catalyst Lawyers | 4.7★ (35) | In Westminster |
| Dennis M. Twigg | 4.9★ (10) | In Westminster |
| Hake & Schmitt | 5.0★ (12) | In Westminster |
| Hoffman, Comfort, Offutt, Scott & Halstad, LLP | 5.0★ (83) | In Westminster |
| Law Office of Christy McFaul Saunders & Associates, LLC | 4.3★ (11) | In Westminster |
| Law Office of Paul A. Capriolo & Cynthia Hatten Unglesbee, P.A. | 3.8★ (17) | In Westminster |
| Luzuriaga Matthew G | 4.8★ (17) | In Westminster |
| Marlow Law, LLC | 5.0★ (11) | In Westminster |
| Maronick Law LLC | 4.5★ (25) | In Westminster |
| Rice Law | 5.0★ (11) | In Westminster |
| Ruben Law Firm | 4.8★ (65) | In Westminster |
| Seth Okin Criminal Defense Attorney | 4.9★ (72) | In Westminster |
| Shaffer, Miller, & Hurff, LLP (formerly Shaffer and Shaffer, LLP) | 5.0★ (7) | In Westminster |
| Sitterding Martha Ann | 4.1★ (9) | In Westminster |
| The McFadden Law Offices, LLC | 4.9★ (49) | In Westminster |
| Tieperman Law, LLC | 4.8★ (21) | In Westminster |
| William Finch Jr Law Offices | 4.9★ (12) | In Westminster |
How we ranked Westminster real estate lawyers
We scored 33 Westminster 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 Westminster 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 Westminster: frequently asked questions
Which real estate lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Westminster?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked real estate lawyer in Westminster, MD is RESE - Real Estate Settlements & Escrow, LLC with an LFR Score of 65/100. It has 5.0★ from 416 Google reviews. It is open evenings. DK Law Group (#2) and Desper Law Group (#3) follow. We ranked 33 real estate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many real estate lawyers are there in Westminster?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 33 real estate lawyers serving Westminster, MD. 6 of them are based in Westminster; 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 Westminster work on weekends?
1 of 33 ranked real estate lawyers post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is Jeff Rogyom, Attorney at Law (#9). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Westminster real estate lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 33 rated real estate lawyers in Westminster is 4.7★, with a median of 14 reviews. Lawyers Express Title, LLC has the most, 465 reviews, and ranks #7. 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 Westminster count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Westminster 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 Westminster, MD 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 Westminster, MD 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 Westminster?
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 Westminster
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 33 real estate lawyers serving Westminster.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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