A Client-Focused Approach to Business and Real Estate Law
Common area maintenance reconciliation describes the process of calculating the costs of CAM in an office building or other commercial property. Generally, the landlord or property management company divides these charges among the tenants. Review these best practices...
Dealing with business disputes will always hold some element of stress. But they will happen regardless of the precautions you take. These precautions are still important, but it is more important to have a plan for dealing with disputes. You can prepare in many...
Buying another company is a strategic way to grow your capital and draw upon the desirable competencies of other like-minded professionals. Preparing for an acquisition requires you to organize specific legal documents that articulate the terms of your agreement. ...
If you are a real estate broker or you work in commercial real estate in some other capacity, you understand the importance of addressing the needs of your clients. At times, this is very challenging, and some people decide to file a complaint against a real estate...
Disputes are common regardless of the relationship between parties. In business, disputes that arise between partners and shareholders can prove catastrophic for the company. Not all disagreements between shareholders are over simple and easy to resolve matters. Some...
You create a fiduciary relationship when you entrust another person or entity to use his, her or its discretion or experience to act in your best interests, and when that person or entity knowingly accepts that responsibility. Per U.S. law, once you establish a...
If you are the owner of a property, you can do almost anything you want with it, although the law does impose some restrictions. If you are not the owner, you generally do not have the right to do anything with the property. However, the law does allow for an...
Community plans in California focus on villages, neighborhoods and communities within larger jurisdictions. They provide guidelines for development strategies best suited in particular areas. If your business doesn’t meet the zoning requirements listed in the...
When you own a significant portion of land in California you may receive inquiries from people regarding easements. Agreeing to an easement means you agree to allow others to use your property even though you maintain the owner's rights. Understanding the different...
Relationships ebb and flow through time, and those forged in business are no different. Even the most solid business partnerships may face challenges that call the future of the organization into question. Some disputes arise more often in a business partnership....