Real Estate

About McLain & Merritt

With offices in Buckhead, West Midtown, Alpharetta, Decatur, Stockbridge, Acworth, and Duluth, McLain & Merritt provides clients with convenient access to in-person real estate closings throughout the Atlanta region. Our extensive local presence ensures efficiency, accessibility, and a personalized experience for borrowers, sellers, and lenders alike.

Our Network of Industry Partners

We maintain trusted relationships with key third-party providers in the finance and real estate industries — including appraisers, surveyors, title companies, and environmental consultants. These strategic partnerships help us streamline transactions, reduce turnaround times, and ensure that each closing proceeds smoothly from start to finish.

Commercial Real Estate Practice

Our commercial practice represents developers and builders throughout every stage of the project lifecycle:

  • Land acquisition

  • Acquisition and development (A/D) loan closings

  • Construction financing

  • Final home closings

From initial negotiations to final execution, our team delivers practical, results-driven legal guidance for complex commercial transactions.

Residential Real Estate Practice

Our residential team works closely with brokers and agents to manage every step of the transaction process. We prioritize clear communication, attention to detail, and reliable support to ensure a seamless closing experience for buyers, sellers, and agents.

Title Insurance Expertise

McLain & Merritt is a proud approved agent for several leading national title insurance companies, including:

  • Chicago Title
  • Fidelity National Title
  • First American Title
  • Old Republic Title

Our litigation team also represents national title companies and their insureds in resolving claims affecting title to real estate, providing knowledgeable counsel and timely resolutions.

A Full-Service Real Estate Law Firm

From the earliest stages of land acquisition and development through financing, construction, and closing, McLain & Merritt offers a comprehensive suite of real estate legal services.

Simply put, we are a full-service real estate law firm guiding projects from concept to completion and ensuring that every transaction closes with confidence and precision.