Commercial Real Estate

Pino Law Group represents buyers and sellers, landlords and tenants, lenders, developers, contractors, investors and other participants throughout the lifecycle of a commercial real estate transaction.

Because our principals have also participated in commercial real estate transactions as investors, developers and business owners, we approach each matter with an understanding not only of the legal documents, but also of the economics, financing, risks and practical considerations that ultimately determine whether a transaction succeeds.

Acquisitions & Investment

Commercial Acquisitions & Dispositions

Representing buyers and sellers through every stage of a commercial property acquisition or disposition, beginning with letters of intent and contract negotiations and continuing through due diligence, financing, title and survey review and closing.

Purchase & Sale Agreements

Negotiating and preparing sophisticated purchase and sale agreements addressing price, deposits, due diligence, financing contingencies, representations and warranties, closing conditions and post-closing obligations.

1031 Tax-Deferred Exchanges

Structuring like-kind exchanges involving investment and commercial property and coordinating with qualified intermediaries, accountants and other tax advisors.

Joint Ventures & Real Estate Syndications

Structuring joint ventures, co-investment arrangements and real estate syndications among developers, operators, sponsors and capital partners, including the operating and partnership agreements governing those relationships.

Development & Leasing

Commercial Leasing

Representing landlords and tenants in office, retail, industrial and mixed-use leasing transactions, including ground leases, build-to-suit arrangements, amendments, assignments and other sophisticated leasing matters.

Real Estate Development & Land Use

We provide strategic legal counsel to developers throughout the real estate development lifecycle, from acquisition and due diligence through zoning, entitlements, permitting, land use approvals, financing, and construction. We help clients navigate complex regulatory requirements and advance development projects efficiently and effectively.

Construction & Contractor Agreements

We draft and negotiate construction contracts, design agreements and related project documentation, advising owners, developers and other project stakeholders on procurement strategy, project delivery methods, requests for proposals (RFPs), contractor and design professional agreements, construction administration, change management, contractor performance and default issues, and project close-out.

Finance & Due Diligence

Real Estate Finance & Lending

Representing borrowers and lenders in commercial mortgage loans, bridge financing, mezzanine financing and other real estate financing transactions, including loan documents, guaranties and intercreditor arrangements.

Title, Escrow & Closing Services

Coordinating title review, surveys, escrow arrangements, closing documentation and the numerous legal and practical details necessary to move a commercial transaction efficiently from contract through closing.

Real Estate Due Diligence & Underwriting

Conducting comprehensive legal, financial and operational review of proposed commercial real estate acquisitions, loans and investments, including assistance in evaluating pricing, terms, risk and transaction structure.

Workouts & Disputes

Loan Workouts & Restructurings

Advising borrowers, lenders and investors when a real estate project encounters financial difficulty, including loan modifications, workouts, restructurings and negotiated resolutions.

Real Estate Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Representing owners, developers, lenders and investors in disputes involving transactions, leases, construction matters, partnerships and joint ventures through litigation, arbitration and mediation.