Buying and selling property
Review of the property record, the certificates and the status of the property and the parties, plus contract review and follow-up through registration.
Situations
When to look for a real estate lawyer
Property is usually the largest asset of a family or a company. These are common situations in which legal guidance may be needed.
Real estate contracts
Drafting and reviewing sale contracts, preliminary agreements, assignments of rights, exchanges and terminations, with attention to clauses and risks.
Property regularization
Guidance on deeds, registration, recording of construction, area discrepancies and other issues that prevent correct documentation.
Usucapião (adverse possession)
Review of the requirements and the period of possession to check whether there is a path to recognition of ownership, in court or out of court.
Development projects and land subdivisions
Guidance for developers, land subdividers and buyers on contracts, registration, regularization of the project and the relationship with buyers of lots and units.
Possession, neighbors and condominiums
Possession disputes, invasion, division of land, boundaries between properties and condominium matters.
Does your case involve any of these topics?
Tell us about the property and schedule a consultation to understand the possible legal paths.
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Before buying
What to check before buying or selling a property
A prior review of the documents helps identify risks before signing the contract or paying any amount.
- Up-to-date property record (matrícula) at the Real Estate Registry Office
- Certificate of encumbrances, to check for mortgage, attachment or fiduciary lien
- Seller's personal certificates in the civil, labor and tax spheres
- Status of property tax (IPTU), condominium fees and other debts of the property
- Regularity of the construction, with recorded building and occupancy certificate, when there is a building
- Review of the contract, payment clauses, deadlines and responsibilities
In Brazil, ownership of a property is only transferred when the title is registered in the property record (matrícula) at the Real Estate Registry Office. For this reason, a signed contract alone does not complete the transfer. This content is informational and does not replace the individual analysis of each case.
Service
How our service works
You know what information will be needed and what the next steps may be from the first contact.
First contact
You briefly explain the property situation on WhatsApp.
Document review
The team requests the property record, contracts and other documents to understand the case.
Initial guidance
The legal paths that can be considered for your situation are explained.
Next steps
If any measure is needed, you receive guidance on the procedure and follow-up.
The Firm
Torres Gomes Advogados works in a dedicated way in real estate law, supporting those who buy, sell, regularize or need to resolve issues involving a property.
Before signing a contract or paying any amount, it is important to know whether the property record, certificates and documentation are in order. That is why our service starts with a clear conversation about your property and a review of the documents, to explain which risks exist and which legal paths can be considered.
Under the responsibility of Dr. Endriw Torres, who holds a postgraduate degree in Real Estate Law, OAB/MG 227.720 and OAB/BA 88.853, the firm works on buying and selling, contracts, regularization, adverse possession, development projects and land subdivisions, with close support at every stage.
Personalized service
Each situation is analyzed according to its particulars.
Transparent communication
You receive clear guidance on progress and next steps.
Strategic approach
Decisions are made with planning, responsibility and care.
Close follow-up
The team stays available to guide the client through every stage.
Our team
Founding partner
Professionals prepared to offer responsible, close and organized service.
Dr. Endriw Torres
Lead attorney | OAB/MG 227.720 and OAB/BA 88.853
Attorney specializing in Real Estate Law, with postgraduate degrees in Real Estate Law, Civil Law and Civil Procedure. Personally handles each client meeting, offering strategic guidance and close follow-up on buying and selling, contracts, regularization, adverse possession, development projects and land subdivisions.
Testimonials
What our clients say
Reviews published by clients on Google about the service of Torres Gomes Advogados (in Portuguese).
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Tatiana Chagas3 reviews
★★★★★November 2026
Advogado excepcional! Me defendeu com muita competência, atenção e transparência. Sempre me deixou informada sobre tudo e conseguiu um resultado excelente no meu caso. Profissional de total confiança, super recomendo!
Diogo Pedro VicenteLocal Guide · 3 reviews
★★★★★November 2026
Quero deixar aqui minha satisfação e minha total recomendação ao Dr. Endriw Torres Gomes! Eu estava com um problema muito delicado na área imobiliária, já havia tentado resolução com outros dois advogados e o processo não caminhava. Quando já pensava em desistir, um amigo em comum me indicou seu escritório. Ele conduziu tudo com uma clareza, segurança e humanidade que eu nunca tinha visto. Desde o primeiro atendimento ele me explicou cada etapa, me deixou tranquilo, me respondeu sempre com rapidez e lutou pelo meu direito até o final. Graças ao trabalho dele, o caso foi resolvido da melhor forma possível! Para quem está passando por qualquer questão imobiliária, não procure em outro lugar. Profissionalismo, ética e resultado! Virei cliente pra vida toda. Valeu mesmo, Dr.!
Read full review on GoogleDavidson PedroLocal Guide · 13 reviews
★★★★★November 2026
Excelente escritório, especialmente o Dr. Endriw Torres. Me sinto na obrigação de deixar meu breve relato. Tive um problema judicial, que estava com uma causa praticamente perdida, devido o erro de um outro advogado que eu tinha contratado primeiro, mas graças à um amigo que me indicou o Dr. Endriw, ele conseguiu ganhar o meu processo, não foi fácil, mas ele fez o que pôde e acabou que conseguiu ganhar o meu processo que já estava praticamente perdido. Muito obrigado pelo empenho e dedicação.
Read full review on GoogleLucas do Espirito Santo FragaLocal Guide · 10 reviews
★★★★★November 2026
Profissional extremamente competente e de extrema confiança. A assessoria que recebi do Dr. Endriw foi fantástica: ele foi paciente para explicar os detalhes, ágil nas respostas e sempre muito ético. Ter um advogado assim ao nosso lado faz toda a diferença. Super recomendo!
Thyago Cassimiro13 reviews
★★★★★October 2026
Excelente profissional atencioso, fez um trabalho de excelência, parabéns.
Zekrayat Barakat1 review
★★★★★September 2026
Excelente profissional! É o advogado responsável pela nossa empresa e vem realizando um trabalho maravilhoso. Sempre muito competente, atencioso, transparente e disponível para esclarecer nossas dúvidas. Sentimo-nos seguros e muito bem assessorados. Recomendo com total confiança!
Joe Barakat3 reviews
★★★★★September 2026
Como estrangeiro vivendo no Brasil, contar com um advogado de confiança é muito importante. Ele me ajuda a compreender melhor as leis brasileiras, explica cada situação com clareza e atua na defesa dos meus direitos com competência e profissionalismo. Recomendo o seu trabalho.
Jordany Moura1 review
★★★★★May 2025
Excelente profissional, muito disponível e eficiente.
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Schedule an in-person consultation in Porto Seguro or online and bring your documents for review.
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Service in Porto Seguro
Real estate law in Porto Seguro and the surrounding region
Torres Gomes Advogados serves individuals and companies with property matters in Porto Seguro, including the districts of Arraial d'Ajuda, Trancoso and Caraíva, as well as clients who live in other cities and are served online.
Dr. Endriw Torres, OAB/BA 88.853 and OAB/MG 227.720, holds postgraduate degrees in Civil Law, Civil Procedure and Real Estate Law and personally oversees each client matter.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about real estate law
What does a real estate lawyer do?
A real estate lawyer advises and acts on property-related matters, such as reviewing documents before a purchase, drafting and reviewing contracts, regularization, adverse possession, development projects, land subdivisions, possession disputes and conflicts between neighbors, condominiums or contracting parties.
Which documents should be checked before buying a property?
The main ones are the up-to-date property record (matrícula) at the Real Estate Registry Office, the seller's certificates, the certificate of encumbrances, the status of property tax (IPTU) and condominium fees, and the regularity of the construction. The analysis of each case depends on the characteristics of the property and the parties involved.
Does the purchase and sale contract already transfer ownership of the property?
No. In Brazil, ownership of a property is only transferred when the title is registered in the property record (matrícula) at the Real Estate Registry Office. The contract alone creates obligations between the parties but does not complete the transfer.
What is usucapião (adverse possession)?
Usucapião (adverse possession) is a way of acquiring ownership of a property through long-term possession, exercised continuously and without opposition, provided the legal requirements are met. There are different types with different periods and conditions, and each situation must be analyzed individually.
Does Torres Gomes Advogados serve clients outside Porto Seguro?
Yes. The firm offers in-person service in Porto Seguro (BA) and Montes Claros (MG) and online service across Brazil.
Contact
Schedule your consultation about the property
Briefly explain what is happening. The team will indicate what information and documents are needed to analyze your situation.
- In-person serviceAvenida 22 de Abril, 249, Centro, Porto Seguro BA
- WhatsApp(73) 99920-0428 / (38) 99885-9456
- Opening hoursMonday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Brasília time)
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