Our attorneys and underwriters are well-versed in a variety of legal areas related to real estate transactions, including:

• Title searches: Conducting thorough title searches and ensuring that a property has a clear title, free of any liens or encumbrances that could be affecting the sale or the transfer of the property.

• Property taxes: Our attorneys are familiar with the tax laws that apply to real estate transactions, including property tax assessments, tax liens, and tax abatements.

• Closing procedures: Our attorneys know how to navigate the complex closing process, including coordinating with title companies, lenders, and other parties involved in the transaction.

• Easements and restrictions: Our team is able to identify and advise clients on any easements or restrictions that may affect the use or development of a property.

• Landlord-tenant laws: Our attorneys are familiar with the laws governing landlord-tenant relationships, including lease agreements, evictions, and security deposits.

• Mortgage and financing: Our team has a comprehensive understanding of the different types of mortgages and financing options available to buyers, and are able to best advise clients on the most appropriate options for their particular situation.

MEET MATT PAULSON:

Matt was born in Virginia Beach and has lived in Northern Virginia since 2001. Matt graduated from Frank W. Cox High School in 1997 and attended James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and Economics in 2001. Matt attended American University, where he earned a Juris Doctor in May of 2007. He is licensed to practice in Virginia and Maryland.

Matt has experience in a wide range of legal areas including Estate Planning and Administration, Small Business Representation, Real Estate, and Civil Litigation. His trial experience includes representation of individuals and companies before Circuit Courts throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia and Maryland, including the Arlington, Fairfax, Alexandria and Montgomery County Circuit Courts. Matt is licensed to practice before the Virginia Court of Appeals, the Virginia Supreme Court and the Supreme Court of Maryland.

MEET Kim Stepanuk:

Kim was born in Maryland and, with the exception of her father’s back-to-back military tours as a fighter pilot on the West Coast, she has lived in the DMV area for her entire life.  Kim graduated from Chantilly High School and attended Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia, where she earned Bachelors Degrees in Urban and Regional Planning and Political Science.  Kim graduated from the University of Baltimore School of Law.

Kim’s prior experience in litigation is what gives Kim an edge over many other lawyers in the title industry.  Following graduation from law school, Kim clerked for a Circuit Court judge in the Circuit Court for Baltimore City before going on to litigate hundreds of matters in the state trial courts throughout the area.  Kim is licensed to practice in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and Virginia.

MEET jenny Richards:

Jenny was born and raised in Florida. She attended the University of Florida in Gainesville, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Journalism and Bachelor of Arts in Classical Studies. Jenny was heavily involved in the campus community during her undergraduate studies and was inducted into the UF Hall of Fame for her contributions. She went on to attend and graduate from William & Mary Law School in Williamsburg, Virginia.

Before joining the Allied team, Jenny gained experience in both the residential and commercial real estate sectors. In those roles, she received front-seat training in the real estate projects that continue to shape our neighborhoods and the overall DC region. Jenny has experience in a range of matters, including contract drafting and negotiation, commercial leasing, corporate governance, and non-profit regulatory compliance. Jenny is licensed to practice in Virginia.

MEET Luke Remsberg:

Luke grew up in the DMV area and attended Towson University in Baltimore County, Maryland. Luke earned a Bachelor's degree in Sport Management before attending law school at the Antonin Scalia Law School at George Mason University. Shortly after graduating law school in May 2023, Luke joined the team at Allied. Luke is licensed to practice in the District of Columbia. 

Outside of work, Luke is an avid basketball fan, player, and coach. In his free time, he coaches youth basketball in the Arlington rec leagues. In the summer after his first year of law school, he married his High School sweetheart, and they now happily reside in Arlington, VA with two adorable cats!