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Commercial Real Estate Attorneys

Competitive, rapidly evolving and rich with potential, your commercial real estate transactions demands legal counsel that can keep up with these characteristic industry traits. The commercial real estate attorneys at McKenna Storer provide legal services combining experience, industry knowledge and personalized advice that covers a broad spectrum of industries and property types. No matter what side of the closing table you sit on, or the scope of your transaction, we support your best interests to close the deal.

Today, involvement in any aspect of commercial real estate can have significant legal implications. You can rely on us for sound legal counsel at every stage of building, leasing and vacating commercial properties. Among the many clients who trust in the skilled services provided by our commercial real estate attorneys are:

  • Financers: Protect your investment from terms to fulfillment
  • Developers: Ensure contracts at every stage of development reflect your interests
  • Landlords: Support from lease agreements to tenant issues
  • Tenants: Consult on tenant rights and legal action
  • Brokers: Receive assistance drafting your terms or collecting what is owed
  • Buyers: Acquire land or buildings that are suitable and compliant with your specialized needs
  • Sellers: Maximize profits and get the most from your property
  • Lenders: Document the finance structuring, details of payments; review contract position; policies and guidelines
  • Investors: Get forward-thinking advice and protection
  • Retailers: Retail Tenant lease negotiations for malls, power centers, entertainment/lifestyle centers, community shopping centers, neighborhood shopping centers and mixed-use projects

Receive up-to-date guidance navigating the complex nuances of real estate laws and regulations. Whether you have set your sights on a specific site or are negotiating the details of a multi-year, multi-property construction project, we have you covered. Zoning laws, lease terms, dispute resolution, foreclosures, construction claims and other legal requirements involving buying, leasing and selling commercial property are aspects that change rapidly and vary across jurisdictions. Our experience handling construction litigation and commercial real estate transactions helps us to ensure that your contracts, acquisitions and sales serve you now and in the future.

Trusted Counsel for Commercial Real Estate Litigation and Transactions

In order to simplify long, complex and competitive dealings while representing your interests, our commercial real estate attorneys start with gaining an in-depth understanding of your goals, concerns, history and future. Whether your industry requires specific compliance for your new commercial space or your existing property is facing liability charges, it is critical that your real estate attorney is efficient, fast and strategic. You can trust that the attorneys on our team will provide prompt and personalized counsel after taking every interest into consideration.

While real estate encompasses big contracts and significant investments, legal matters should not overwhelm you and cause needless delay. McKenna Storer offers assistance with everything from debt financing, to acquisitions, sales, private equity, restructuring, contract drafting, disputes, and insurance issues. You can focus on managing your business, while we handle the fine print and legal details of your move, relocation or setting up of new commercial premises.

Facilitating Profitable Commercial Real Estate Transactions

We have diverse experience and in-depth knowledge of our region’s real estate market. Our commercial real estate practice covers everything from construction to sales, to commercial real estate litigation and transactions, including:

Representation for Construction Litigation

Results-driven representation for building contractors, general contractors, owners, developers and suppliers

Warranty, Contract and Damage Claims

Writing terms that support your objectives and interests, with contracts that are comprehensive and forward-thinking

Construction Defect Handling

OSHA violations, sick building claims, mechanics liens, surety claims, subsurface claims

Insurance-Related Construction Issues

Claims at any stage of construction are analyzed and handled deftly

Specific Counsel

Representation and advising on performance, land use and contract-specific problems or developments

Contract Drafting

Detailed and compliant negotiations, documentation and closings for any estate type, project duration and industry

Financing Assistance

Up-to-the-minute market guidance on mortgage financing, construction and development loans, tax credit financing, loan portfolio acquisitions, mezzanine financing, multiple property portfolio financing, syndicated loans, and preferred equity financing

Surety Bonds

Recover losses, secure peace of mind and establish terms that work for you, whether you are the principal or obligee

Purchase and Sales Agreements

Detailed documents for all real estate buying and selling needs, including joint ventures, mixed-use properties, ground leases, acquisitions of any size, and more

All Phases of Real Estate Transactions

Timely advice from exploratory negotiations to deal closing for commercial, industrial and residential properties

Deals can close or change in the blink of an eye, and McKenna Storer’s real estate attorneys are as responsive as they are experienced. Day-to-day support, foresight that reinforces your projected goals and a range of legal services provide you all the resources you need to acquire, defend, secure or sell your property.

Contact McKenna Storer at 312-558-3900 (Chicago) or 815-334-9690 (Woodstock) to schedule your consultation with one of our commercial real estate attorneys or to get more information about our commercial real estate litigation services.

Meet Our Commercial Real Estate Team

Andrew Bratzel

abratzel@mckenna-law.com

312.558.3950

David A. Shapiro

dshapiro@mckenna-law.com

312.558.3969

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Chicago Office
McKenna, Storer
33 N. LaSalle, Suite 1400
Chicago, Illinois 60602
312.558.3900
312.558.8348
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Woodstock Office
McKenna, Storer
1060 Lake Avenue
Woodstock, Illinois 60098
815.334.9690
815.334.9697
Mo,Tu,We,Th 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

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