Commercial Real Estate Transactions

What does a commercial real estate lawyer handle?

Commercial transactions combine legal, financial, operational, and property-specific risks. Counsel helps structure the deal, draft or negotiate the agreement, coordinate due diligence, resolve title and survey issues, review entity authority, work with lenders, and manage closing.

Commercial acquisitions and sales

We represent buyers and sellers of office, retail, industrial, multifamily, mixed-use, and owner-occupied properties. Our review may cover title, survey, zoning, environmental materials, leases, service contracts, financial records, and closing adjustments.

Commercial leasing

We draft and negotiate leases for landlords and tenants, including rent and escalation terms, operating expenses, repair obligations, buildout work, options, guaranties, assignment rights, insurance, casualty, default, and exit provisions.

Real estate and property tax planning

For acquisitions, the current tax bill may not reflect the property's future assessment or operating cost. Because Younis Law Group also handles property tax appeals, we can flag assessment exposure and help clients plan for a post-closing review.

Chicagoland coverage

We handle commercial matters in Chicago and across Cook, DuPage, Lake, and Will Counties.