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Old Dominion Title Services

At The Law Offices of Kidwell & Kent, every settlement is supervised or conducted by an attorney, who is available to answer questions prior to, during and even after the settlement.

Our attorneys are approved for all the title insurance companies doing business in this area, and through our title agency, Old Dominion Title Services, Inc., we obtain lenders’ and owners’ title insurance at very reasonable rates for our clients as a normal part of our services.

We Provide The Best Available Rates For Title Insurance

Through the combined resources of Kidwell & Kent and Old Dominion Title Services, Inc., home buyers and sellers receive a SETTLEMENT ADVANTAGE. They receive legal representation at settlement from the attorneys at Kidwell & Kent at no additional charge and they receive title insurance through Old Dominion Title Services, Inc., at the best rates available.

Professional Residential Real Estate Services

Providing quality representation in all aspects of residential real estate transactions and litigation is a long-standing strength for the attorneys and professional team at The Law Offices of Kidwell & Kent. As in all our legal practice areas, clients benefit from personal attention and the utmost diligence to ensure their financial and personal interests are protected.

Kidwell & Kent has formed a strategic affiliation with The Hardman Team partners Kelly Hayes and Kristin Leathers.

This partnership allows every client to receive:

  • An attorney to review and approve each contract represented, conduct every settlement, and provide counsel throughout the home buying or selling process
  • $200 off settlement and closing fee
  • Kidwell & Kent will prepare your will for free

The Hardman Team is a power team with over 25 years of experience coordinating settlements. Kristin is a licensed settlement processor/title agent and Kelly is a former Legal Assistant with Kidwell & Kent. Their mission is: “To raise the bar in full-service real estate representation by leveraging our considerable business credentials and affiliations. AND To give back to the very communities in which we buy and sell homes.” For every transaction, Kelly and Kristin donate a portion of their commission to JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) to research for a cure!

There Is No Such Thing As Too Complex Of A Case

Our Rockville and Fairfax residential real estate lawyers apply decades of experience and in-depth market knowledge to handle cases of any size.

Our firm provides residential real estate services that include:

  • Contract preparation, negotiation, formation and review to complete settlements for newly constructed homes, resales and refinances – in concert with our subsidiary, Old Dominion Title Services, Inc.
  • Preparation of deeds, promissory notes, leases and title opinions

Save Time And Money With Our In-House Title Company

Our attorneys will offer active, informed counsel before, throughout and after the sale or purchase of your home. We will guard your interests in all dealings with agents, banks and other parties involved in the loan settlement and transaction. Clients benefit substantially from our ability to underwrite title insurance through our in-house title company – at no extra cost versus the use of a settlement company that has no affiliation with a law firm.

We strive for unmatched levels of efficiency and professionalism across our real estate practice. In addition to a knowledgeable, personable lawyer who will take the time to understand your goals and concerns, you will be supported by dedicated paralegals and settlement processors operating a state-of-the-art computer system.

We Provide The Best Available Rates For Real Estate Settlements

Through the combined resources of The Law Offices of Kidwell & Kent and Old Dominion Title Services, Inc., home buyers and sellers receive a SETTLEMENT ADVANTAGE. They receive legal representation at settlement from the attorneys at Kidwell & Kent at no additional charge and they receive title insurance through Old Dominion Title Services, Inc., at the best rates available.

We are fully automated with a state-of-the-art computer system for processing real estate settlements. This system allows us to process paperwork accurately and efficiently, and if a document needs to be changed or a new document needs to be prepared at settlement, we can do this quickly and accurately.

Our standard fees for residential settlements are competitive and reasonable and are applicable to all conventional, FHA and VA sales, assumptions, and refinancings. We invite prospective clients to call our office personally or through their realtors to ascertain our fees and to discuss any other matter of preliminary interest to them. Clients may also wish to inquire as to our standard fees for the preparation of second trusts, home equity loans, reverse mortgages, equity sharing agreements, and tax-free exchanges.

Avoid A Costly Mistake By Calling Us Today

Our family-owned law firm is dedicated to helping our valued clients complete smooth, cost-efficient real estate transactions and resolve residential real estate disputes in the most favorable manner possible. To discuss your upcoming home purchase, home sale, refinancing needs or any other real estate-related matter, contact us to schedule a consultation in Fairfax, Virginia, (703-988-7429) or Rockville, Maryland, (301-264-7185).

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Educational Books

By John Kidwell, Owner & Managing Partner

John Kidwell, owner and managing partner of Kidwell & Kent, has written a number of books that are extremely helpful to many of his clients. Quick reads, his books are designed to help you better understand specific areas of law, through clear and concise explanations. Some are downloadable here for free, and others are available on Amazon.