Contracts
We prepare, negotiate, and review commercial contracts such as operating agreements, purchase agreements, service and employment agreements, vendor contracts, confidentiality agreements, and other critical business documents.
Practice Areas
Direct, personal attention to every matter — from due diligence through closing escrow.
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Real Estate Transactions
Commercial real estate transactions require more than legal documentation—they require practical guidance, strategic thinking, and an attorney who understands how business objectives intersect with legal risk. We represent developers, investors, landlords, tenants, lenders, and business owners through every stage of a transaction, providing proactive counsel designed to move deals efficiently while protecting our clients' interests.
Successful transactions begin with thorough due diligence. We help clients identify legal risks before they become costly problems by reviewing every aspect of a proposed acquisition or development. Having represented buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants, lenders, and investors alike, we bring a well-rounded perspective to each review — anticipating the concerns of every party at the table, not just our own client's.
Among the transactional services we provide to clients are the following:
- Title and survey review
- Negotiation and preparation of purchase and sale agreements
- Easement and restrictive covenant analysis
- Review and negotiation of financing documents
- Effectuation of Section 1031 transfers
- Entity and organizational review
- Contract negotiation
- Closing document preparation and coordination
- Risk assessment and strategic recommendations
Our objective is to provide our clients with a clear understanding of the legal landscape so informed business decisions can be made before closing.
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Commercial Leasing
Commercial leasing requires a thorough understanding of both the legal landscape and the realities of the marketplace. At Slate Legal, we represent landlords and tenants in all aspects of commercial leasing, delivering practical, business-focused solutions that protect our clients' interests.
Our attorneys negotiate and draft leases for retail shopping centers, mixed-use developments, office buildings, medical offices, industrial and flex space, stand-alone facilities, and build-to-suit projects. We also advise clients on ground leases, sale-leaseback transactions, lease amendments, assignments, renewals, and exit strategies.
Among the commercial leasing services we provide to clients are the following:
- Lease Drafting & Negotiation
- Letters of Intent (LOIs) & Transaction Structuring
- Lease Amendments, Renewals & Assignments
- Ground Leases, Build-to-Suit & Sale-Leaseback Transactions
- Tenant Workouts, Defaults & Lease Dispute Resolution
- Portfolio Leasing & Lease Strategy
Whether representing a national retailer, local business, developer, landlord, or tenant, we leverage extensive market knowledge and transaction experience to identify risks, resolve key negotiation points, and structure agreements that support our clients' long-term business objectives. When disputes arise, we provide strategic counsel in lease enforcement and resolution to protect our clients' investments.
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Business Law
Businesses require legal counsel that understands both day-to-day operations and long-term growth strategies. We advise entrepreneurs, closely held companies, investors, and established businesses on the legal issues that arise throughout the business lifecycle.
Critical Stages
From launching a new venture to bringing on investors, expanding operations, restructuring ownership, or preparing for a sale, we provide strategic guidance through every pivotal decision.
Mergers & Acquisitions
We assist buyers and sellers with business acquisitions, asset purchases, stock purchases, mergers, and strategic transactions, providing practical guidance from letter of intent through closing.