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# property law — Legal Counsel

As Legal Counsel, 'property law' competence isn’t about memorizing historical estate types – it’s about *risk mitigation* across a huge swathe of business activities. Daily tasks frequently involve reviewing and drafting agreements related to real & personal property: leases (commercial/residential), purchase agreements, easements, licenses, security interests, construction contracts, and vendor agreements where ownership or use of assets is transferred or impacted. You'll be advising on title issues, zoning compliance, and potential liability stemming from property-related disputes – think boundary disagreements, encroachment claims, or even just ensuring 'Posted' signage meets legal requirements for trespass defense (as seemingly minor details *matter*). Tools include due diligence platforms for title searches, contract templates tailored to jurisdiction, and access to current case law databases.

## Praxiswissen (Stack Exchange, CC-BY-SA 4.0)

**The asker's friend borrowed their guitar which was then stolen by the asker’s ex-partner; they are considering entering the ex-partner’s home with family permission while he is away to retrieve it and want to know if this would be illegal.**

While retrieving personal property isn't inherently illegal, navigating the situation legally involves understanding distinctions like 'civil assist,' repossession (if applicable), and replevin. Obtaining consent to enter a property avoids issues of trespassing, but pursuing legal avenues such as filing charges for theft or a civil claim could provide further recourse. Even if you recover your property, the act of stealing it still constitutes a crime that can be pursued legally.

*Source: [Stealing my own property back?](https://law.stackexchange.com/q/31510) — answer by ohwilleke, CC-BY-SA 4.0*

**The questioner noticed 'POSTED' is commonly written on 'No Trespassing' signs and wondered if it has a legal purpose beyond simply stating the obvious – that the sign *is* posted.**

The word 'Posted' isn’t redundant; it’s a specific legal term indicating the landowner has taken legally-required steps to formally notify others against trespassing. This often involves placing signs (or paint markings) at property boundaries according to precise state regulations regarding size, color, and spacing. Using this term signals compliance with trespass laws and strengthens a potential legal case if someone ignores the warning.

*Source: [Why do many "No Trespassing" signs say "POSTED"?](https://law.stackexchange.com/q/83103) — answer by David Siegel, CC-BY-SA 4.0*

**The questioner routinely accesses a post office employee-only area at the invitation of a supervisor to drop off packages, but is concerned about potential legal issues related to trespassing based on advice from others.**

Explicit permission from an authority figure negates a trespassing claim. As long as access is granted and no conditions are violated, being in a restricted area isn't illegal; however, that permission can be revoked at any time, after which continued presence *would* constitute trespassing. This highlights the importance of understanding that implied or explicit agreements define acceptable behavior on private property.

*Source: [USPS Back Room - Trespassing?](https://law.stackexchange.com/q/41270) — answer by Nuclear Hoagie, CC-BY-SA 4.0*

**A tenant's landlord proposed switching their standard rental lease to a "land contract" as a way to avoid city inspection fees, leaving the tenant concerned about unexpected financial burdens and loss of tenant protections.**

Land contracts are not rentals; they represent a purchase agreement where the buyer makes installment payments for property ownership. These agreements shift responsibilities like taxes and maintenance to the buyer, but offer significantly fewer legal protections than traditional leases or mortgages, especially in cases of default. While sometimes legitimate, land contracts can be predatory, so it's crucial to understand the risks before considering such an arrangement.

*Source: [Landlord wants to switch my lease to a "Land contract" to "get back at the city"](https://law.stackexchange.com/q/38916) — answer by David Siegel, CC-BY-SA 4.0*

**An individual is questioning the legality of a private 'repo' operation that impounds e-scooters left on private property, as it appears to be operating without legal authority and potentially engaging in extortion.**

The situation hinges on established tort law principles regarding property rights. Property owners have the right to remove items encroaching on their land, but are limited to recovering reasonable costs associated with that removal. The scooter companies' claim rests on unlawful interference with their property (the scooters), while the landowners justify action based on maintaining access and preventing obstruction; ultimately, the outcome will depend on how courts interpret these principles in this novel context.

*Source: [Is it legal for private citizens to "impound" e-scooters?](https://law.stackexchange.com/q/43175) — answer by Dale M, CC-BY-SA 4.0*

## Weitere Anreicherung

Stage-2 source for future practitioner grounding: CORE / DOAB (open-access law monographs).
