Business and Corporate Law

• Business Formation
  Founded in 1978, Salisbury, McLister & Foley, LLP is a reputable law firm and real estate settlement company. Our attorneys have handled thousands of real estate settlements and regularly advise clients in other legal matters such as business formation, estate planning, and foreclosure avoidance. We write and prepare real estate contracts for buyers to present to sellers. We also help clients with short sale services and For Sale by Owner (FSBO) contracts. Closings at our firm are always conducted by our attorneys to make the settlement process as smooth as possible. As an independent title company and law firm in Frederick, MD we are not affiliated with any specific real estate service providers, which means we will always be fair and unbiased.

Property Law

• Real Estate Litigation
  He is admitted to practice law before all Maryland and West Virginia state courts, as well as the United States Supreme Court. Patrick focuses his law practice on real estate matters, wills, and small business formation. He is also a volunteer with the Literacy Council of Frederick County.
• Real Estate Transactions
  “Unparalleled experience, a staff that makes everyone feel comfortable, and a setting that is perfect for something as important as a real estate settlement. Salisbury, McLister & Foley is a wonderful place to handle your real estate transactions.”
• Easement

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  Prior to joining Salisbury & McLister, John practiced real estate law for four years with a reputable firm in Montgomery County. John’s law practice emphasizes residential and commercial real estate settlements, loan document preparation, and estate planning & administration.
• Wills
  A.K.A – Will. This  legal document provides instructions for what should happen to a person’s assets after his or her death. If a person dies without a will, they are said to be “intestate,” and state intestacy laws govern the distribution of the property of the decedent.
• Power of Attorney
  A power of attorney (POA) is a legal document giving one person the power to act for another person. POA can have broad legal authority or limited authority to make legal decisions about the principal’s property, finances or medical care. The power of attorney is frequently used in the event of a principal’s illness or disability, or when the principal can’t be present to sign necessary legal documents for financial transactions.

Finance Law

• Foreclosure
  A short sale is usually a favorable alternative to foreclosure. In general, a short sale has a lesser effect on your credit score and you will be able to buy another home sooner than you would with a foreclosure. Short sales are extremely complex legal matters and you need competent, experienced representation to help you avoid the many potential pitfalls involved.