Quiet Title Attorney – St. Augustine & Northeast Florida

Resolve Title Defects & Secure Ownership with a Quiet Title Action

If you’ve purchased a property with a clouded title—or discovered issues after acquiring real estate—you may need a quiet title action to establish clear and marketable ownership.

At St. Johns Law Group, our experienced quiet title attorneys in St. Augustine represent property owners, real estate investors, and title companies throughout Northeast Florida in resolving title defects through court action. Whether it’s a tax deed property, inherited land, or a disputed boundary, we help you secure your rights and move forward with confidence.

What Is a Quiet Title Action in Florida?

A quiet title action is a lawsuit filed in civil court to “quiet” or remove any competing claims, defects, or clouds on the title of a property. Once the action is successful, the court issues a judgment confirming the rightful ownership—making the title insurable and suitable for sale, refinance, or development.

Quiet title actions are commonly used when:

• A property was purchased via tax deed or foreclosure auction

• There are conflicting ownership claims (e.g., missing heirs, forged deeds)

• Old mortgages, liens, or judgments were never properly released

• A prior deed contains errors or incorrect legal descriptions

• There are boundary disputes or easement issues

• Title companies require court clearance to insure a sale or closing

When Do You Need a Quiet Title Attorney?

You should speak with a Florida quiet title lawyer if:

• You cannot get title insurance due to a defect

• You purchased property at a tax deed or foreclosure auction

• A title company or lender requires court action before closing

• You want to sell or refinance property but have a cloud on title

• There are heirs, unknown parties, or former owners with potential claims

Quiet title lawsuits are legal proceedings governed by Florida law, and a successful outcome depends on precision in procedure, service, and pleading. Our attorneys have extensive experience handling quiet title actions in both residential and commercial contexts.

Our Quiet Title Legal Services Include:

• Title search and issue identification

• Preparation and filing of the quiet title complaint

• Service of process to all known and unknown interested parties

• Legal publication (constructive notice) as required

• Court filings, hearing representation, and final judgment

• Coordination with title company to finalize insurance

We work closely with real estate investors, developers, Realtors, and homeowners to move efficiently from defect identification to final judgment—often within 90 to 120 days depending on case complexity and court docket.

Common Scenarios That Require a Quiet Title Action

• Tax deed purchases where prior liens or owners were not fully cleared

• Deeds from deceased individuals without formal probate

• Quitclaim deeds with questionable history or improperly recorded documents

• Heir property where multiple relatives may claim interest

• Incorrect legal descriptions or scrivener’s errors in the deed

• Unreleased mortgages or judgments from prior owners

Serving Clients Across Northeast Florida

We represent clients in quiet title matters across:

St. Johns County – St. Augustine, St. Augustine Beach, Nocatee, Ponte Vedra, Silverleaf, Julington Creek
Flagler County – Palm Coast, Flagler Beach
Duval County – Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, San Marco
Clay County – Fleming Island, Green Cove Springs
Putnam County – Palatka, East Palatka

Why Choose St. Johns Law Group?

• Deep experience with Florida real estate law and litigation

• Familiarity with tax deed properties, title companies, and investor closings

• Skilled in navigating local court procedures for quiet title actions

• Clear communication 

📞 Clear Your Title Today – Schedule a Quiet Title Consultation

Don’t let a clouded title delay your sale, investment, or closing. Let the real estate attorneys at St. Johns Law Group help you resolve the issue and move forward with certainty.

📍 104 Sea Grove Main Street, St. Augustine, FL
📞 (904) 495-0400
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