Do the documents describe the same property and interest you intend to buy?
Inconsistencies in names, descriptions or records need attention before assumptions are made.
LEGAL SUPPORT
FOR WHAT’S NEXT.
REAL ESTATE · NIGERIA
Property Title Verification in Lagos
Check the legal information behind a proposed property purchase. Laude coordinates agreed title enquiries and explains findings, gaps and review limitations.
Lagos, NigeriaWorking with local and international clients.
WHAT WE HELP WITH
Property Title & Due Diligence: how we help.
A focused scope built around your plans, the documents involved and the decisions that need to be made.
Ownership document checks
Examine the ownership documents provided and identify gaps or inconsistencies requiring further information.
Search coordination
Coordinate the searches and enquiries agreed for the property and proposed transaction.
Encumbrance enquiries
Consider information about interests, claims or restrictions that may affect the proposed acquisition.
Due diligence reporting
Explain findings, outstanding questions and the limits of the checks undertaken in the agreed reporting format.
WHEN YOU NEED A LAWYER
Common situations we support.
A decision is approaching
You want to verify the seller’s interest and understand title risks before purchasing property.
Money will be committed
A deposit, purchase payment or occupation commitment is approaching while documents or conditions still need to be checked.
Records raise questions
The description of the property, the party’s authority or the documents supplied do not provide a complete picture.
The relationship becomes difficult
A buyer, seller, owner or occupier disagrees about an obligation. Preserve the relevant records before deciding how to respond.
THE DETAIL BEHIND THE DECISION
Understand the bigger picture.
Property due diligence is an investigation of the legal information supporting the interest being offered. Its usefulness depends on the records available, the searches agreed and the questions that follow from them. We help identify the scope of the review, examine supporting documents and explain findings so that you can make a more informed transaction decision.
What remains unverified when the report is delivered?
An informed decision should distinguish confirmed information from missing records and unresolved questions.
A CLEAR AND COLLABORATIVE APPROACH
How the process works.
A straightforward process designed to give you clarity, practical advice and a considered next step.
- 1
Define the matter
We start with your objectives and the circumstances behind your property title & due diligence enquiry. The firm confirms whether it can assist and agrees scope and fees.
- 2
Review the information
We consider the relevant records and questions, including ownership document checks and search coordination where within scope.
- 3
Explain the decisions
We discuss findings, missing information and the options available. You can ask questions before deciding how you want to proceed.
- 4
Carry out the agreed work
We prepare documents, advise, negotiate or coordinate the steps included in the engagement, with outstanding responsibilities made clear.
PREPARE FOR A USEFUL CONVERSATION
What to have ready.
Provide the property location, survey and ownership documents available from the seller.
- Complete copies of available title documents
- Survey and property identification details
- Seller or representative information
- Offer terms and proposed transaction timeline
You do not need every document to make an enquiry. Tell us what is available and what is missing. Wait for our team to confirm the appropriate channel before sending sensitive material.
OUR PEOPLE
Lawyers who understand
the commercial context.
Good advice starts with understanding your objectives and the decisions ahead. The firm will identify the appropriate support once it has assessed your enquiry.
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About our firm →FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Your questions,
answered.
Does due diligence guarantee that property is risk-free?
No investigation eliminates every risk. The report should explain the agreed scope, findings, missing information and limitations so that you understand what has and has not been checked.
Can checks start with incomplete documents?
We can assess what is available and identify additional material needed. Missing records may limit the review or require further enquiries before a useful conclusion can be reached.
Is a survey or valuation included?
Technical survey and valuation work are separate disciplines. We can discuss how the legal work will coordinate with any specialists you engage.
What should I prepare for the first discussion?
Provide the property location, survey and ownership documents available from the seller. Start with an outline; the team will confirm a suitable channel before requesting sensitive documents.
How are scope, fees and timing agreed?
The work depends on the documents, complexity and decisions involved. We discuss the proposed scope, fees and timing before beginning. Work outside the agreed scope is discussed separately; no fixed fee or completion date is promised here.
Does an enquiry mean the firm is acting for me?
No. The firm must assess the enquiry, check whether it can accept instructions and confirm engagement. Please do not send highly confidential information or assume a deadline has been accepted before that confirmation.
Let’s discuss your next step.
Speak with our team about your legal needs.