Deeds

A deed is the written instrument by which title to real property is conveyed from one person to another. There are a number of kinds of deeds, such as warranty deed, quitclaim deed, special warranty deed, administrator’s deed, deed in lieu of foreclosure, mineral deed, sheriff’s deed, and deed of trust, among others. There are specific laws governing the form and substance of deeds and where they must be filed. It is important for you and your heirs that a deed be properly prepared and filed. At the Law Offices of John R. Reeves, PC, we have prepared deeds of all kinds for years. We can help make sure your deed is prepared and filed properly.

Deed problems the firm handles

A deed transfers ownership of land, and mistakes in a deed can cause problems for years. Common issues include incorrect legal descriptions, missing signatures or acknowledgments, deeds that were never recorded, deeds signed under pressure or without capacity, and questions about what interest was actually conveyed.

The law offices of john r. reeves, pc prepares warranty and quitclaim deeds, and represents clients in chancery court to correct, reform or set aside deeds and to confirm title. Deeds in Mississippi are recorded with the chancery clerk of the county where the land is located.

This page provides general information, not legal advice. Every situation depends on its own facts, and reading this page does not create an attorney-client relationship.