Travis Lackey

Specialties & Capabilities

• Standard Residential Closings

Languages Spoken

English

Since 1957, McLain & Merritt, P.C. has been a trusted legal partner, providing skilled representation in both real estate and litigation. With over six decades of experience, the firm is renowned for its commitment to excellence and a client-focused approach that consistently yields results. They serve a diverse clientele, including individuals, businesses, builders, and developers, guiding them through a wide spectrum of legal matters from intricate real estate transactions to complex disputes.

The firm's comprehensive Real Estate Practice offers trusted counsel to lenders, brokers, developers, homebuilders, sellers, and purchasers in both commercial and residential transactions. Their attorneys and closing staff are highly skilled in navigating residential resale and new construction closings, providing practical advice and dependable outcomes. McLain & Merritt P.C. operates as a full-service real estate firm, overseeing projects from initial concept and land acquisition through financing, construction, and ultimately, the final home closing.

For Residential Closings, McLain & Merritt P.C. employs a disciplined, detail-driven approach, prioritizing accuracy, compliance, and risk management. They work closely with all parties—buyers, sellers, agents, and lenders—to ensure efficient and well-organized closings. The firm offers a full suite of legal and escrow services, including title and escrow coordination, 1031 exchange facilitation, risk management, and meticulous document review and preparation. To enhance security, they utilize ClosingLock technology to protect sensitive information and funds during transfers.

Beyond closings, their expertise extends to Builder and Developer Services, providing strategic counsel throughout the real estate development lifecycle. They also offer specialized Land Banking Services and comprehensive Investor Services, supporting clients through fast-paced investment transactions. In Litigation, McLain & Merritt P.C. represents businesses and individuals in complex disputes, focusing on strategy and effective advocacy. The firm holds an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell and a Chambers and Partners ranking, reflecting their adherence to the highest standards of ethical and legal excellence.