Attorneys
McNeelyLaw
McNeelyLaw LLP is a full-service Indiana law firm with offices in Shelbyville and Carmel that represents clients in nearly every county of the state. Its real estate clients range from tenants and local landlords owning a single property to national REITs, and the firm handles both residential and commercial matters.
Real estate services include contract review and negotiation; land use, planning, development and zoning; landlord-tenant matters including evictions; leases; litigation and property disputes; preparation of easements, covenants, deeds and other instruments; quiet title actions; receiverships; and residential and commercial purchases and sales. A separate practice provides title company support services, drafting and reviewing the documents behind residential closings for title companies. Because the firm practices in 25 areas of law, real estate matters that touch business law, tax or estate planning stay inside the same firm.
The firm was founded by Lee McNeely and says it has over 50 years of legal experience, with attorneys who have worked on significant Indiana cases and appeals. Offices are at 2177 Intelliplex Drive, Suite 251, Shelbyville and 581 S Rangeline Rd, Suite A1, Carmel; the main line is 317.825.5110 and general enquiries go to inquiries@mcneelylaw.com.
Rates are not published and the firm's real estate page does not name manufactured housing, self-storage or other niche asset experience, so confirm the fee basis and relevant asset experience at the consultation.
Best for
Indiana landlords, investors and commercial buyers who want one firm for a purchase, its leases, a zoning issue and any eviction or title dispute that follows. Owners outside Indiana will need counsel admitted in their state.
What they do
- Commercial and residential purchases and sales
- Contract review and negotiation
- Lease drafting and negotiation
- Landlord-tenant matters, including evictions
- Land use, planning, development and zoning
- Easements, covenants and deed preparation
- Quiet title actions
- Receiverships
- Real estate litigation and property disputes
- Title company support services
Details
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Other offices | Carmel, IN |
| Practice areas | Purchase & sale, Entity formation, Leasing, Land use/zoning |
What stands out
- Practices in 25 areas of law and represents clients in nearly every county of Indiana.
- States over 50 years of legal experience since its founding.
- Two Indiana offices, in Shelbyville and Carmel.
- Real estate clients range from single-property landlords and tenants to national REITs.
Common questions
- Do I need a real estate attorney for a home purchase in Indiana?
- Indiana does not legally require buyers or sellers to hire an attorney to close a residential real estate transaction. The firm's position is that having an attorney review the purchase agreement, title documents and closing disclosures protects against errors, omissions and unfavourable terms that may not be immediately apparent.
- What zoning issues commonly affect real estate transactions?
- Zoning affects a property's permitted uses, structural modifications and development potential. Common problems are a property zoned for a use that conflicts with the buyer's intended purpose, non-conforming structures, and pending zoning changes that could affect value. The firm reviews zoning classifications before a transaction closes.
- How are property disputes typically resolved?
- Through negotiation, mediation or litigation, depending on the nature and severity of the conflict. Mediation is often faster and more cost-effective, but disputes such as quiet title actions or contested boundary lines may require court proceedings to reach a binding resolution.
- What is the difference between a general warranty deed and a quitclaim deed in Indiana?
- A general warranty deed gives the buyer the highest level of protection: the seller guarantees clear title and agrees to defend against future claims. A quitclaim deed transfers only whatever interest the grantor currently holds, with no warranties. Quitclaim deeds are more commonly used between family members or to correct title errors.