The Devil’s in the Details: Spotting Issues in Family Law Court Orders Involving Real Estate

Family law court orders frequently intersect with one of the most regulated industries in the world — real estate. Yet the language found in many orders often conflicts with the legal and procedural realities of real estate transactions.

From fiduciary duties and contractual guidelines, to Multiple Listing Service (MLS) compliance, title underwriting, and lender requirements, the real estate industry operates under strict frameworks rarely reflected in family law orders.

The result? Orders that are ineffective, unworkable, or even harmful to clients—despite good intentions.

In this interactive CLE, we’ll examine real court orders from family courts across the country and “spot the issues.” Through group discussion and practical examples, participants will learn how to identify and avoid common pitfalls, draft clearer language, and align orders with the realities of real estate compliance.

When court orders work in harmony with industry practice, clients are protected, transactions move efficiently, and attorneys reduce exposure…