Business Services
Real Estate Contracts
Commercial leases, purchase agreements, and contract negotiations. Attorneys handle the legal documentation that protects your real estate interests.
The Focus
Contract Work, Not Title Work
The focus is on the legal agreements that govern commercial real estate transactions. The work includes drafting, reviewing, and negotiating leases and purchase agreements to protect your business interests.
For title insurance, escrow services, and closings, attorneys coordinate with title companies. This allows the focus to remain on ensuring your contracts are clear, enforceable, and favorable to your position.
Services Offered
Contract Services
Commercial Lease Review & Negotiation
Commercial leases contain complex terms that significantly impact your business. Attorneys review, negotiate, and draft lease agreements that protect your interests as tenant or landlord.
- Term analysis
- CAM provisions
- Renewal options
- Exit clauses
Purchase & Sale Agreements
Real estate purchases require careful contract work. Attorneys draft and negotiate purchase agreements, ensuring contingencies, representations, and closing terms protect your position.
- Due diligence periods
- Contingencies
- Representations
- Closing conditions
Lease Negotiation Support
Whether you are negotiating as landlord or tenant, attorneys provide strategic support throughout the process. From initial proposals to final execution.
- Position development
- Counter-proposals
- Term negotiations
- Final review
Lease Assignments & Subleases
Business changes sometimes require lease modifications. Attorneys handle assignments, subleases, and amendments to existing lease agreements.
- Assignment terms
- Sublease structures
- Landlord consents
- Liability allocation
Development Agreements
Real estate development projects require comprehensive agreements covering construction, timelines, and deliverables. Attorneys draft agreements that allocate risk and define obligations.
- Scope definition
- Timeline provisions
- Change orders
- Dispute resolution
Easements & Access Agreements
Property access rights must be properly documented. Attorneys draft and review easement agreements, access rights, and related documentation.
- Access terms
- Maintenance obligations
- Duration
- Recording requirements
How It Works
The Process
Initial Consultation
Your attorney discusses the transaction, property type, business objectives, timeline, and any specific concerns about the deal.
30-60 minutes
Document Review
For existing agreements, your attorney provides detailed analysis with issues identified. For new transactions, your attorney gathers the information needed for drafting.
2-5 business days
Strategy Session
Your attorney walks through the analysis, explain implications in plain language, and develop negotiation strategy for key terms.
45-60 minutes
Negotiation & Execution
Attorneys handle negotiations with the other party or their counsel, working toward agreement on terms that meet your objectives.
Varies by transaction
Questions
Frequently Asked
Do you handle title work and closings?
No. The focus is exclusively on contract work, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating leases and purchase agreements. For title insurance, escrow, and closing services, attorneys work with title companies and can provide referrals to trusted partners.
What types of commercial leases do you handle?
Attorneys work with office leases, retail leases, industrial and warehouse space, mixed-use properties, and ground leases. The focus is on the contract terms that protect your business interests.
Can you help with residential real estate transactions?
The real estate practice focuses on commercial transactions. For residential matters, attorneys can provide referrals to attorneys who specialize in that area.
How long does a typical lease negotiation take?
Timeline varies significantly based on transaction complexity and the other party's responsiveness. Simple lease reviews may take a few days; complex negotiations can extend over several weeks. You are kept informed throughout the process.
What should I bring to my initial consultation?
Any existing documents related to the transaction: the lease or purchase agreement you received, property information, previous correspondence, and notes about your business objectives and concerns.
Ready to Discuss Your Transaction?
Schedule a consultation to review your commercial lease or purchase agreement.
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