Secure Your Assets With A Quiet Title Attorney In Georgia

Resolving a quiet title action in Georgia requires intelligent legal advice. At McKillip Law Firm, we are more than just legal counsel. Since 1996, we have served investors and property owners throughout the state. We bring decades of experience to every case.

We are a team of title nerds that understands the mechanics of property acquisition and title curative work from the inside out. Our founder is an active investor and developer who has purchased hundreds of properties through tax deeds. Whether you are handling a clouded title or a complex tax sale, we provide the guidance you need to move forward.

Comprehensive Title Curative Services For Investors

We offer a full suite of services to facilitate profitable real estate transactions. Our goal is end-to-end support for your investment strategy. You can rely on us for:

• Quiet title actions: Filing lawsuits to resolve property title disputes.
• Title repair: Identifying and fixing title defects such as deed errors or unreleased old mortgages.
• Title clearing: Researching the chain of title to identify clouds and other obstacles to marketable, insurable title.
• Distressed property investing: Assisting with tax deed properties and judicial foreclosures.

We focus on finding the most efficient path to a marketable, insurable title for every client. Our analytical approach and extensive experience ensure we do exactly what you need without unnecessary delays.

What Is A Quiet Title Action? When Is It Required In Georgia?

A quiet title action is a legal proceeding used to resolve any and all title issues. You may need this when a title search reveals a clouded title. This often happens due to:

• Inheritance property issues
• Boundary disputes
• Missing links in the chain of title

In Georgia, this process involves a petition to the Superior Court. The court will appoint a third-party attorney, known as a Special Master, to review the evidence. Once the judge signs the final decree, the title becomes clear and insurable.

Do I Need A Quiet Title Action After Purchasing A Tax Deed Property?

Yes. Purchasing a tax deed in Georgia gives you only a defeasible fee title. This is not the same as a marketable title that a title insurance company will issue a policy on. To perfect your title after a tax deed investment, you must first foreclose the right to redeem. Even after that process, title insurance companies will require a quiet title action before you can sell or obtain a loan on the property.

How Long Does It Take To Clear Title On A Distressed Property?

The timeline depends on the complexity of the title defects. Generally, a standard quiet title action will take several months. If we must locate missing heirs or serve defendants by publication, the process takes longer. Our legal team works quickly and efficiently to streamline these procedures, staying in constant communication so you know the status of your case.

Get Your Free Consultation From Our Georgia Title Professionals

McKillip Law Firm is ready to help you secure your investments across the state. Let us help you turn a clouded title into a valuable asset. We are available 24 hours a day to answer your questions. To schedule a free consultation, contact us at 706-925-5923 or send us an email today.