Commercial leases are often subject to negotiation between the landlord and tenant,
and there is no standard form for commercial leases. Details that should be outlined
in the lease, and may be negotiated, include the rent and any escalations; any
security deposit; the length of the lease; renewal conditions; permitted uses; utilities;
payment of maintenance expenses, property taxes, and/or insurance costs; zoning
assurances; conditions for termination; indemnifications; and more.
For clients entering into a commercial lease or already involved in a commercial lease
as either a landlord or tenant, we can help ensure a beneficial agreement is reached
at the outset of the lease arrangement, and assist with any issues that may arise over
the course of a lease. Based on our experience, we are often able to foresee the likely
outcome in particular circumstances, saving our clients significant time and money.