Business Details
47 Years
experience
Experienced Real Estate Legal Services in Virginia
Established in 1979, Buck Anderson & Somerville PC has provided expert legal services in real estate transactions, title insurance, and contract law for over 45 years. As licensed Settlement Agents under Virginia's Consumer Real Estate Settlement Protection Act, we specialize in guiding clients through complex real estate closings for residential and commercial properties. Our firm maintains memberships in prominent legal and real estate associations, including ARAG and MetLife pre-paid legal services plans, demonstrating our commitment to industry excellence. Led by acclaimed attorneys Craig Buck and Teri Anderson Buckboth recognized by regional real estate associationswe combine extensive experience with personalized service.Our team conducts closings for all major lenders while offering competitive pricing and a unique 100% client satisfaction guarantee. Through our in-house title company, Alliance Title & Escrow, we streamline processes with efficient title searches and insurance services. With two conveniently located offices in Fairfax and Fredericksburg, Virginia, we serve clients across the state with prompt, professional legal representation.
Services
Real Estate Closings
Title Insurance
Contract Negotiations
1031 Exchanges
Title Searches
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- Over 45 years of experience in Virginia real estate law
- Licensed Settlement Agents with specialized real estate expertise
- Award-winning attorneys recognized by regional real estate associations
- In-house title company for streamlined title searches and insurance
- Competitive pricing with a $50 price-beat guarantee
Associations and certifications
- Virginia's Consumer Real Estate Settlement Protection Act Settlement Agents
- ARAG
- MetLife
What people say
Friendly staff
Professional service
Timely solutions
Cost efficient
Patient experts
Services
Real Estate Closings
Buck Anderson & Somerville PC provides comprehensive real estate closing services for residential and commercial properties. Our experienced attorneys handle document review, title verification, and financial transfers. Clients benefit from our 45+ years of experience, two conveniently located Virginia offices, and commitment to resolving complex transaction issues. We specialize in both standard and For Sale By Owner closings.
Title Insurance
Through our in-house title company Alliance Title & Escrow, we offer title insurance protection for property transactions. Our services include thorough title searches, issue resolution, and binding insurance commitments. Clients gain assurance from our proven process that safeguards against future ownership claims, leveraging our decades of industry expertise in Virginia's real estate market.
1031 Exchanges
The firm specializes in structuring 1031 tax-deferred exchanges for investment property owners. We prepare all required documentation, coordinate qualified intermediary services, and ensure IRS compliance. Our experience with hundreds of exchanges provides clients valuable insights into maximizing tax benefits while maintaining full regulatory compliance throughout the transaction process.
Contract Negotiations
Buck Anderson & Somerville PC offers expert contract negotiation and drafting services for real estate transactions. Our attorneys protect clients' interests in purchase agreements, seller disclosures, and financing terms. We provide clear explanations of contractual obligations and advocate for favorable terms, drawing on extensive experience with Virginia-specific real estate laws and practices.
Title Searches
Our in-house title company performs comprehensive title searches to verify property ownership history. We identify and resolve potential issues like liens or disputes before closing. Clients benefit from our accurate, timely research combined with legal expertise to address title complications, ensuring clean property transfers backed by our proven track record in Virginia's real estate market.
People
Craig Buck
Founder & Attorney
University of Virginia economics graduate and William & Mary law graduate. Author of The Real Estate Contracts Handbook. Recognized as Virginia's top settlement attorney by real estate agents and former president of the Virginia Real Estate Attorneys League.
Teri Anderson Buck
Attorney
University of Louisville political science graduate and American University law graduate. Recipient of Prince William Association of Realtors' Affiliate of the Year award. Former U.S. Marine Corps officer with extensive real estate law experience.
Questions
What real estate services does Buck Law Firm offer?
We provide real estate closings, title insurance, 1031 exchanges, contract negotiations, title searches, and For Sale By Owner transaction support.
Are Buck Law Firm's attorneys specialized in Virginia real estate law?
Yes, our attorneys have 45+ years of combined experience with Virginia-specific real estate laws and serve as licensed Settlement Agents under state regulations.
What payment methods does Buck Law Firm accept?
We accept cash, checks, credit cards, and wire transfers for our legal services.
How can I get a closing cost quote?
Fax your lender's good faith estimate to our office and we'll beat any competitor's fees by at least $50.
Where are Buck Law Firm's offices located?
We have offices in Fairfax (8280 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr.) and Fredericksburg (1109 Heatherstone Dr.), Virginia.
What makes Buck Law Firm different from other real estate attorneys?
We combine 45+ years of experience, in-house title services, competitive pricing, and recognition by real estate associations as legal experts.
Reviews (4)
Sreenivasa Rao Gunnampalli
Aug 21, 2021
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I chose this firm based on 5 star reviews others have posted but my experience has been quite opposite. Cannot get them to respond to anything either emails or phone calls. They are quick to accept but once they are on your case they even forget what they have to do for you. They prepared a wrong deed and I had to point it to them during the review. Once the deed was fixed I was asked to return the document overnight and they did not act on recording until a week after they received the document. After multiple reminders they recorded it with county but had wrong last name during electronic recording
Carl Tebell
May 21, 2021
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I could not recommend this firm more highly, especially Steve Standish who has gone above and beyond with our particularly complex parcel.
Mrs. Hill
Sep 26, 2019
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The whole office are very understanding and very patient with me. I am thankful for them. They show me they know what they are doing. I'm not use to this kind of help. I am not good at communication I don't know what I should ask about my case. So with them seem to be smart at what they do is good for me. Witch means I feel 99% they are doing a good job. Thank you!
Chelsea House
May 09, 2018
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We had an incredibly difficult closing on our house that took almost took a year to happen. The Buck Law Firm was beyond excellent in helping us get through this situation. Teri and Brenda answered every one of my 100 phone calls, there were vigilant in getting answers and making sure things were done, and most importantly they were beyond encouraging and supportive. I would 100% recommend the Buck Law Firm and I am so beyond thankful for them!
