A property transaction is one of the most significant decisions a business or individual makes. LexWin's real estate legal due diligence uncovers title defects, encumbrances, and legal risks before they become your problem — and drafts the documents that protect your investment.
From the first title search to the final registered deed — LexWin provides the legal rigour that protects every property transaction, commercial or residential.
A thorough examination of property ownership history to establish clear, marketable title — tracing back through decades of records to identify any defects, gaps, or disputes.
Identification of all charges, mortgages, liens, and encumbrances registered against the property — essential before any purchase, lease, or financing decision.
Verification that the property and its use are consistent with applicable land use regulations, development permissions, and statutory approvals — critical before purchase or lease.
Legally sound lease deeds that balance the interests of lessor and lessee — clearly defining rights, obligations, renewal terms, exit provisions, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
Precision-drafted sale documentation that protects the buyer's interest, reflects the agreed terms accurately, and meets all registration and stamp duty requirements.
A structured, written due diligence report that brings together all findings — title, encumbrances, regulatory compliance, litigation, and risk assessment — in a format usable by buyers, investors, and lenders.
Over 66% of all civil cases in Indian courts relate to property disputes. Many begin with a title defect, an undisclosed encumbrance, or a document that was never properly executed — all of which a proper legal due diligence would have caught.
The cost of due diligence is a fraction of the cost of a property dispute. And unlike a dispute, due diligence has a guaranteed outcome — clarity before you commit.
Whether you are buying, leasing, or investing — the time to uncover a problem is before the transaction, not after. LexWin's due diligence gives you the clarity to proceed with confidence, or the evidence to renegotiate or walk away.
Book a Due Diligence Consultation →The nature of due diligence varies significantly between commercial and residential property. LexWin tailors its approach to the specific legal, regulatory, and commercial considerations of each type.
Commercial property transactions carry higher stakes and greater regulatory complexity — zoning restrictions, building approvals, fire NOCs, environmental clearances, and complex lease structures that often bind businesses for years.
Residential property is often the largest personal or family asset. Title defects, builder fraud, and society disputes are common — and a thorough legal check before purchase or lease is the only reliable protection.
Due diligence tells you what you are buying. The documents determine what rights you actually have. LexWin drafts and reviews all property transaction documents with the same rigour as the due diligence that precedes them.
Long-form commercial lease deeds drafted for office, retail, industrial, and warehouse properties — covering every commercial, operational, and legal eventuality of a multi-year tenancy.
Properly drafted leave-and-licence agreements that distinguish a licence from a tenancy — protecting the licensor's rights to recover possession and preventing adverse tenancy claims.
Complete sale transaction documentation — from the initial agreement that protects both parties during the transaction period, to the final registered sale deed that conveys title.
The full range of ancillary property documents that arise in complex transactions — ensuring every aspect of the deal is documented with the same legal precision as the primary agreement.
A systematic, thorough process that leaves no document unexamined and no risk unreported — before you commit to any property transaction.
We understand the property, transaction type, your role (buyer / lessee / investor), timeline, and any specific concerns — in a focused initial consultation.
We identify and collect all documents required — title documents, revenue records, approved plans, EC, mutation entries, society records, and seller-provided papers.
Systematic title examination, encumbrance search, court record search, regulatory compliance check, and RERA verification — all conducted methodically and documented.
A comprehensive written report — title opinion, encumbrance findings, regulatory status, risk matrix, and clear recommendations on whether and how to proceed.
Drafting or reviewing the transaction documents — sale agreement, lease deed, or conveyance deed — and supporting you through execution and registration.
Whether you are a corporate lessee, a property investor, or an individual buyer — LexWin provides the legal rigour your transaction deserves.
Businesses leasing office, retail, or industrial space — often signing multi-year leases that commit significant capital. LexWin's due diligence and lease review protect against landlord-side risks and poorly drafted terms that create operational problems later.
Foreign businesses establishing Indian offices or facilities often need registered office addresses and leased premises as part of their incorporation process — and require rapid, reliable property due diligence from an advisor who understands their setup context.
Real estate investors, developers, and private equity funds acquiring commercial or residential property or land — needing due diligence reports that satisfy their investment committees, lenders, and audit requirements.
Individuals purchasing residential property — apartments, villas, or plots — who want the assurance of a thorough legal check before committing their savings to a transaction that may have hidden title defects or undisclosed encumbrances.
Businesses acquiring or leasing industrial land, factories, or warehouse facilities — with zone classification, environmental clearance, and NA conversion requirements that must be verified before operations can commence.
Infrastructure companies, renewable energy developers, and EPC contractors requiring multi-parcel land due diligence with SPV structuring advice — where title certainty is a pre-condition for financing and project commencement.
A reference overview of the primary documents and records that LexWin examines in the course of a comprehensive real estate due diligence assignment.
| Sr. | Document / Record | Purpose | Applicable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 7/12 Extract / Property Card | Revenue record confirming ownership, survey number, area, and land classification | All properties |
| 2. | Encumbrance Certificate (EC) | Registered mortgages, charges, and encumbrances over a defined period | All properties |
| 3. | Index-II / Registered Documents Search | History of registered transactions — sales, mortgages, leases, gifts | All properties |
| 4. | Title Documents Chain | Continuous ownership chain from current owner back — at minimum 30 years | All properties |
| 5. | Approved Building Plan & Commencement Certificate | Confirms the structure is built as per approved plans and within permissible limits | Built-up properties |
| 6. | Occupation Certificate (OC) / Completion Certificate | Confirms the building is legally fit for occupation | Apartments, commercial buildings |
| 7. | RERA Registration | Mandatory for under-construction projects — confirms registration and complaint status | Under-construction projects |
| 8. | Non-Agricultural (NA) Order | Conversion of agricultural land to non-agricultural use — essential for development | Plots, industrial land |
| 9. | Society NOC & Share Certificate | Housing society's no-objection to transfer and share certificate in buyer's favour | Cooperative housing society flats |
| 10. | Development Plan / Zone Classification | Confirms land use zone (residential, commercial, industrial) and permissible FSI | All properties |
Meticulous, documented, and commercial — real estate due diligence that gives you confidence, not just a certificate.
Whether you are buying, leasing, or investing in property — the right time for legal due diligence is now, not after the agreement is signed. Start with a free 30-minute consultation.
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