Escrow Administration Under Written Agreement
Escrow services are performed pursuant to written agreements, applicable law, client identification requirements, conflict checks and clearly documented release conditions.
A Neutral Legal Framework Between Counterparties
In a significant transaction, the question is rarely whether the parties intend to perform - it is how each side can be assured the other will. An attorney-administered escrow answers that question with documents rather than promises.
Funds or instruments are deposited with a neutral escrow holder and released only when the written conditions agreed by both parties have been satisfied. The structure protects committed capital, demonstrates funding readiness, and creates a complete record of the transaction from deposit to disbursement.
The firm does not accept every transaction. All engagements are subject to legal review, KYC/AML procedures, conflict checks, source-of-funds review where appropriate, and formal acceptance by the firm.
- Commercial transaction escrow
- Purchase and sale escrow
- Cross-border transaction escrow
- M&A transaction escrow
- Commodity transaction escrow
- Real estate-related commercial escrow where permitted
- Settlement and holdback arrangements
- Earnest-money arrangements
- Transaction closing coordination
- Escrow agreement preparation
- Conditional release structures
- Disbursement administration
Four Controls That Define Every Escrow
Written Escrow Agreement
Every engagement is governed by a written escrow agreement defining the parties, the deposited funds or instruments, the conditions for release, and the duties and limitations of the escrow holder.
Identity & Conflict Screening
Before acceptance, the firm completes conflict checks and client identification procedures, including KYC/KYB review appropriate to the parties and the transaction.
Documented Release Conditions
Release conditions are established in writing before funding. Disbursement occurs only upon satisfaction of those conditions, supported by documented authorization.
Neutral Administration
As escrow holder, the firm acts as a neutral stakeholder. It does not advocate for buyer or seller; it administers the written agreement according to its terms and applicable law.
What an Escrow Does - and Does Not Do
An escrow documents and administers agreed conditions.
It does not guarantee that a counterparty will perform, that goods exist as described, or that a transaction will close.
The escrow holder follows the written agreement.
It cannot release funds outside the documented conditions, and it does not exercise discretion in favor of either party.
Escrow reduces administrative risk.
It does not eliminate commercial risk, and it is not insurance, a guarantee product, or a bank service.
Discuss an Escrow Engagement
Escrow engagements are accepted following conflicts review, client identification and compliance screening. Contact us to discuss whether your transaction is suitable for attorney-administered escrow.