Philip W. Gasbarro, Esq.

04/13/2026

Need a flexible Attorney? Look no further!

04/07/2026

Congratulations to our new buyer!

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04/07/2026

"Your Home, Our Commitment"🔑🏘️

11/21/2025

A Title Company Is Not Required to Protect You. An Attorney Is.

Here's something every buyer should know: a title company is not necessarily your advocate. Under a 2012 Rhode Island Superior Court case, title companies acting as settlement agents have no fiduciary duty to you. They're hired only to confirm the status of title and issue title insurance—nothing more. They aren't required to explain risks, review your contract, or guide you through decisions, because legally they're only doing "title and settlement," not representing you as your attorney.

But having your own buyer's attorney is different.

An attorney is legally bound to act in your best interest. That means protecting your rights, reviewing documents with your goals in mind, and giving you real legal advice throughout the process. Even when a transaction feels simple, advocacy still matters. Most of the work happens quietly: checking contract language, spotting issues before they become problems, and keeping the process on track with tact and clarity.

It's not about just processing paperwork, it's about offering advice and being an advocate. It's not about just following a checklist, it's about understanding the common pitfalls and working to prevent them.

Gasbarro Law is not a national title company handling thousands of files. We're a small, local team offering individual attention, legal insight, and true advocacy for clients with properties in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. And it doesn't cost more.

If your home is one of the biggest investments of your life, make sure you are choosing a team that puts your interests first.

Read more in our blog post, "What separates us as a law firm doing closings from just another title company? Advocacy."

https://www.gasbarroesq.com/what-separates-us-as-a-law-firm-doing-closings-from-just-another-title-company-advocacy/

10/09/2025

Join my continuing education course on October 21, 2025! It's been approved in Rhode Island for 3 credit hours.

As a guest instructor through the RI School of Real Estate, I had the opportunity to design a custom course that takes a look at Purchase and Sales Agreements from the point of view of a practicing attorney.

This class is going to be a fun mix of different elements. Read the full details in my blog post and find out where to sign up.

— Phil Gasbarro, Esq.

Link to blog post for full details: https://www.gasbarroesq.com/continuing-ed-real-estate-agents-ri-credit-hours/

Direct link to course: https://rischoolofrealestate.com/schedule/ce110-contract-law-for-licensees-2/

If you have trouble with the registration link, please let me know at [email protected]

09/23/2025

"Phil assisted us with the purchase of our new home. He and his team made our buying process extremely easy and was very communicative from the first day we made contact - all the way through to the closing. Phil's attention to detail and expert knowledge of real estate transactions was very evident. We had an issue with a clear title and he and his team swiftly diagnosed the problem and remedied it for us. He took all the stress out of our purchase process. We highly recommend Phil and his team for any of your real estate needs."

— Google Review from Lisa

We appreciate your kind words, Lisa. So glad we could take care of that for you!

09/09/2025

"I was very happy with the services the Law Offices of Philip W. Gasbarro provided during the closing of our new home. They were proactive, communicative, and made the whole process easy. Phil explained everything as we closed. Further, he and his were very thorough behind the scenes to ensure that our purchase would close without a hitch.

I would highly recommend the Law Offices of Phillip W. Gasbarro to you in your real estate dealings."

— Google Review from Greg

Thanks for your appreciation, Greg. It was our pleasure to serve.

07/03/2025

Your closing attorney's role: ensure your deal is correct.

A buyer closing attorney has 3 main roles in your closing:

1. To make sure that the legally-binding details of your contract match your expectations and needs.

2. To examine the legal title of the house to make sure it is clear.

3. To hold the closing and make sure everything is properly signed, recorded, and disbursed.

🔹 Example 1: A financing clause in the contract allowed the seller to cancel if the buyer's loan wasn't final by a certain date—even if the delay wasn't the buyer's fault. We caught the legal wording and helped revise it to protect the buyer.

🔹 Example 2: A title search revealed an old lien the seller didn't know about. Without clear title, the seller legally couldn't transfer ownership to the buyer. We resolved the issue before closing to avoid delays and future disputes.

🔹 Example 3: At closing, we spotted a wire transfer error that would've sent funds to the wrong account. We caught it in time and corrected it immediately.

Your closing is about more than signing papers. It's about protecting your future.

07/01/2025

"Atty Phil Gasbarro and his staff are top notch! Phil personally oversaw and assisted with 3 residential real estate closings of my own flawlessly. I always refer people to him. He does diligent work researching title history and made the closings a painless process. It is with my highest recommendation that I endorse Atty Phil Gasbarro."

— Google Review from Nicholas

We appreciate your kind words, Nicholas!

06/26/2025

We believe in focusing on one specific area — real estate law.

This allows us to be the best in our industry while honoring our commitment to personalized representation and individual attention.

Our efficient and streamlined workflows provide you with timely, dependable, and consistent results.

A few examples of what we've been able to achieve in five concentrated years of real estate closings:

👉 Developed a unique 77-step workflow to use on every file

👉 Hand-built a database of 5,563 legal documents

👉 Processed more than 51,467 individual PDF files for our clients

👉 In 2024 alone, we handled more than $54.2 million in volume

The reality is that we've been hard at work building a practice that is engineered to do one thing well — and do it at an industry-leading level.

It's "Your Home, Our Commitment." And when it's one of the biggest financial transactions of your life, you can trust our laser-focus on real estate law, to help make your next purchase or sale a success.

Follow the link to see more details about our practice in real estate law: https://www.gasbarroesq.com/a-narrow-focus-on-real-estate-law/

06/19/2025

Why Use an attorney for a Family Home Sale?

Selling a home to a family member may seem straightforward, but there are key reasons why having a real estate attorney is essential to ensure everything goes smoothly.

1️⃣ Ensuring Legal Compliance

Even family transactions must follow local, state, and federal laws. A real estate attorney ensures your sale complies with all legal requirements, from title transfer to tax obligations.

2️⃣ Drafting & Reviewing Documents

A sale involves legal documents like the purchase agreement and deed. An attorney makes sure they're clear, legally binding, and tailored to your family's needs.

3️⃣ Handling Title Issues

Title issues, such as liens or unresolved debts, can be overlooked in a family sale. An attorney conducts a title search and resolves any complications.

4️⃣ Proper Closing

A real estate attorney ensures that all documents are filed correctly, the deed is recorded, and funds are transferred properly, handling the final details of the sale.

Having an attorney in a family sale provides peace of mind and ensures that the process is smooth and legally sound. Ready for a hassle-free sale? Call us today!