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Solicitor's escrow (escrow) for property transactions Solicitor's escrow

Buying and selling property in the Czech Republic —
without the risk of losing your money

We arrange a solicitor's escrow (advokátní úschova): the buyer's funds are held in an escrow account with a licensed solicitor and are transferred to the seller only after ownership rights are registered with the land registry. Both parties are protected

We arrange a solicitor's escrow (advokátní úschova): the buyer's funds are held in an escrow account with a licensed solicitor and are transferred to the seller only after ownership rights are registered with the land registry. Both parties are protected

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Funds are held in a solicitor's escrow account (Act No. 85/1996 Sb.) · remote support · confidential
Lawyer
reg. no. 16278
18 YEARS
of experience
5.0★
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1,000+
cases

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We'll analyse your transaction and suggest an escrow arrangement. No strings attached. We'll analyse your transaction and suggest an escrow arrangement. No strings attached.

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Funds are held in a solicitor's escrow account (Act No. 85/1996 Sb.) · remote support · confidential

Lawyer
reg. no. 16278
18 YEARS
of experience
5.0★
Google ReviewsGoogle
1,000+
cases
With the solicitor
funds held in the solicitor's escrow account
Both parties
protection for buyer and seller
82%
of disputes resolved out of court
Forbes
interview with the founder
What transaction brings you here?

Escrow is needed where it's important not to lose your money

Find your situation — we'll show you how to complete the payment safely.

How it protects

The funds stay protected until all conditions are met

The funds are held neither by the seller nor the buyer, but by a neutral solicitor — and are released only in accordance with pre-agreed rules.

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Buyer protection

The money will not go to the seller until ownership is registered in your name in the land registry. If the conditions are not met on time, the funds are returned to you.

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Seller protection

You can see that the money is genuinely there and set aside in the solicitor's escrow account. You hand over the property knowing that payment is guaranteed.

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Conditions for releasing the funds

We specify the exact events, deadlines and documents: registration with the land registry, handover of keys, removal of encumbrances.

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Escrow agreement

We agree the escrow contract with all parties to the transaction — transparently and clearly for everyone.

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Monitoring performance

We monitor compliance with the conditions and ensure the timely transfer of funds to the seller.

Large transfer?

The bank won't block your transaction

In large transactions, direct transfers between the parties are often blocked by banking compliance. Funds held in a licensed solicitor's escrow account remove this risk.

  • Funds are paid into the solicitor's account — the bank has fewer questions about the source of the money
  • We coordinate the transfer with the bank in advance and prepare a set of supporting documents
  • The transaction isn't derailed at the last minute due to financial monitoring
Who it's for

Who we arrange escrow for

First and foremost — for property transactions where a significant sum is at stake.

🏠 Property buyers

  • A flat, house, commercial property or land — escrow protects you from losing your deposit or paying ‘into thin air’.

🔑 Property sellers

  • A guarantee that the buyer has genuinely set aside the funds and that payment will arrive once the transaction is complete.

🌍 Overseas buyers purchasing remotely

  • You're abroad and can't oversee the transaction in person — escrow provides protection even without your presence in the Czech Republic.

📈 Property investors

  • Transactions with instalments, conditions and large sums — escrow sets the rules and guarantees they're followed.
Why choose NAWI

The escrow is managed by a solicitor — not an intermediary The escrow is managed by a solicitor — not an intermediary

Your money is held by a licensed solicitor under the law, not ‘in a company account’.

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Escrow held in a solicitor's account

We arrange the escrow in a licensed solicitor's account under Act No. 85/1996 Sb. on the Bar — with full legal protection.

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Clear release conditions

Neither party can ‘change their mind’: funds are released only in accordance with pre-agreed rules.

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We work with international clients

Full remote support in Russian, Ukrainian and English — no need to travel to the Czech Republic.

How the process works

4 steps to a secure transaction

From describing the transaction to transferring funds to the seller after registration with the land registry.

1

Transaction analysis

You describe the transaction, the parties and the terms — we determine the escrow arrangement.

2

Escrow agreement

We draw up a contract with clear conditions for releasing funds for all parties.

3

Transfer to escrow

The buyer transfers the funds to the solicitor's escrow account.

4

Fulfilment

After registration with the land registry and handover of documents, the funds are released to the seller.

Transparent costs

How much does arranging an escrow cost?

A clear starting price. The final cost depends on the amount and complexity of the transaction.

Cost from
10 000
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The final cost depends on the scope of work and is confirmed after we review your transaction.
  • Arranging an escrow with a solicitor (advokátní úschova)
  • Drafting the conditions for releasing funds (release conditions)
  • Agreeing the escrow agreement with all parties
  • Monitoring compliance with the conditions and transferring funds
  • Coordinating a large transfer with the bank
  • Remote support for foreign parties
The escrow is managed by a solicitor

Mgr. Miroslav Kučera

Lawyer · registration no. 16278 (ČAK)

All legal services within the meaning of Act No. 85/1996 Sb. on the Bar are provided by the lawyer Miroslav Kučera. The escrow funds are held in the lawyer's escrow account — this is the guarantee of the security of your transaction.

18 years of practice · 300+ satisfied clients · 1,000+ cases resolved · 82% of disputes settled out of court.

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What our clients say

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Marsel Prokopev
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‘I entrust them with the most complex issues’

‘I turn to NAWI with the most complex issues. They are true professionals — they always find the most cost-effective and secure solution.’

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Artur Luganskyi
★★★★★
‘They warned me about the risks and checked the documents’

‘They proposed a solution, warned me about potential problems and checked the contracts. Everything was clear, on time and within budget. I can honestly recommend them.’

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Andriy Hryciuk
★★★★★
‘Professional advice and a high standard of service’

‘My experience of working with the company has been excellent. I would recommend them to anyone dealing with business matters in the Czech Republic.’

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is an escrow account and how does it work?

Escrow is a secure payment mechanism: the buyer's funds are held in an escrow account with a licensed solicitor and are transferred to the seller only after the agreed conditions are met, for example registration of ownership in the land registry.

How does a solicitor's escrow differ from a notary's?

The function is the same — the secure holding of funds by a neutral party. With a solicitor's escrow the funds are held in the solicitor's account; with a notarial escrow (notářská úschova) they are held by the notary. Both are reliable; we'll select the one best suited to your transaction.

What happens if the terms of the agreement are not met?

If the release conditions are not met within the specified timeframe, the funds are returned to the buyer. The return procedure is set out in advance in the escrow agreement.

Can escrow be arranged remotely?

Yes. An escrow handled by a Czech solicitor provides legal protection under Czech law and is coordinated remotely for all parties — there's no need to be present in the Czech Republic.

For which transactions is escrow used?

Primarily property transactions (flats, houses, commercial properties, land), as well as large payments and transactions with deferred performance.

Solicitor's escrow (escrow) for property transactions in the Czech Republic

Buying or selling property involves a significant sum of money and carries a high level of risk. Escrow (advokátní úschova) eliminates this risk: the buyer's money is held in an escrow account with a licensed solicitor and is transferred to the seller only after ownership is registered in the land registry. This protects both parties: the buyer will not lose their money until title has been registered, and the seller can be confident that payment is secured.

A particular advantage of escrow is that it complies with banking regulations. With large transfers, direct payments between the parties are often blocked by banking systems. Funds received into a solicitor's escrow account raise fewer questions, and we coordinate the transfer with the bank in advance. All legal services are provided by the lawyer Miroslav Kučera (reg. no. 16278) in accordance with Act No. 85/1996 Sb. on the Bar.

Complete your transaction without losing either your money or your peace of mind

Submit an enquiry — we'll analyse your transaction and propose a secure escrow arrangement. We'll reply within 24 hours.