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Overview
Real-World Examples, Case Studies, and Drafting Tips
One overlooked clause or ambiguous definition in a commercial lease can cost your client tens - or even hundreds - of thousands of dollars. Don't let unfavorable language slip through unnoticed and become binding. This course provides the insights and practical strategies you need to draft, review, and negotiate leases that protect your client's interests, minimize risk, and align with their business goals. Spot traps before they become unanticipated costs, legal liabilities, operational disruptions, or other unfavorable consequences - register today!
- Protect clients from costly mistakes with rent, escalations, and CAM provisions.
- Prevent lease provisions from hamstringing your client's operations and growth plans.
- Anticipate the top areas of risk when it comes to definitions, ambiguity, and interrelated provisions.
- Reduce risk of disputes stemming from poorly drafted default and termination language.
- Avoid costly oversights by ensuring thorough due diligence and proper execution.
Abbreviated Agenda
- Mismanaging Rent, Escalation, and CAM Provisions
- Not Tailoring the Lease to Your Client's Business, Risk Tolerance, and Operational Needs
- Overlooking Options and Flexibility: Renewal, Expansion, Early Termination, and Purchase Options
- Neglecting Interrelated Provisions / Creating Contradictions and Unintended Liabilities
- Overlooking Critical Definitions and Allowing in Ambiguity
- Failing to Craft Default and Termination Provisions Carefully
- Assignment and Sublease Language Pitfalls
- Neglecting the Front-End and Back-End Practicalities
Credit Details
Credits Available
| Credit | Status | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Alabama CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Arkansas CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Arizona CLE |
|
6 Total |
| California CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Colorado CLE |
|
7 Total |
| Connecticut CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Delaware CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Florida CLE |
|
7 Total |
| Georgia CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Hawaii CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Iowa CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Illinois CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Indiana CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Kansas CLE |
|
7 Total |
| Kentucky CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Maine CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Minnesota CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Missouri CLE |
|
7.2 Total |
| Northern Mariana Islands CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Mississippi CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Montana CLE |
|
6 Total |
| North Carolina CLE |
|
6 Total |
| North Dakota CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Nebraska CLE |
|
6 Total |
| New Hampshire CLE |
|
6 Total |
| New Jersey CLE |
|
7.2 Total |
| New Mexico CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Nevada CLE |
|
6 Total |
| New York CLE |
|
7 Total |
| Ohio CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Oklahoma CLE |
|
7 Total |
| Oregon CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Pennsylvania CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Rhode Island CLE |
|
7 Total |
| South Carolina CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Tennessee CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Texas CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Utah CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Virginia CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Vermont CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Washington CLE |
|
6 Total |
| Wisconsin CLE |
|
7 Total |
| West Virginia CLE |
|
7.2 Total |
| Wyoming CLE |
|
6 Total |
Select Jurisdiction
CLE
Agenda
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Mismanaging Rent, Escalation, and CAM Provisions
- Rent, Escalations, and CAM: Common Mistakes and Best Practices
- Maintenance, Repairs, and Capital Improvements
- Rent Abatement and Deferrals
- Force Majeure/Operational Disruptions
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Not Tailoring the Lease to Your Client's Business, Risk Tolerance, and Operational Needs
- Real-World Examples of Untailored Leases Gone Wrong
- Use and Operational Restrictions
- Insurance and Indemnification: What Attorneys Miss
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Overlooking Options and Flexibility: Renewal, Expansion, Early Termination, and Purchase Options
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Neglecting Interrelated Provisions / Creating Contradictions and Unintended Liabilities
- Top Areas Where Contradictions or Overlaps Usually Appear
- Real-World Examples
- Red Flags Checklist and Lease Drafting Pointers
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Overlooking Critical Definitions and Allowing in Ambiguity
- 10 Definitions That Cause the Most Disputes
- Case Law Review
- Drafting Tips and Suggested Language
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Failing to Craft Default and Termination Provisions Carefully
- Defining Default Clearly
- Notice and Cure Periods
- Remedies and Termination Rights
- Security Deposits and Guarantees
- Dispute Resolution
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Assignment and Sublease Language Pitfalls
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Neglecting the Front-End and Back-End Practicalities
- Screening and Due Diligence
- Coordination with Existing Leases / Subordination & Estoppel Certificates
- Ensuring Proper Execution and Signatures
- Proper Lease Modifications
Who Should Attend
This program is designed for attorneys. Real estate professionals and paralegals may also benefit.
Speakers
Speaker bio
Nicholas P. Mollmann
is a partner with Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP in Indianapolis, Indiana. His practice is focused on all aspects of the acquisition, financing, construction, development, leasing, management, and disposition of commercial and residential real estate. He counsels land owners, real estate developers, lenders, landlords, tenants, brokers, and property management companies regarding single-family, multi-family, mixed-use, retail, industrial, office and other commercial properties. Prior to joining Taft, Mr. Mollmann was in-house counsel for multiple Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). He earned his Juris Doctor degree from Indiana University McKinney School of Law and a bachelor's degree in finance, with distinction, from Indiana University - Kelley School of Business. Mr. Mollmann is recognized as one of the “Ones to Watch” by Best Lawyers in America® for real estate law.
Speaker bio
Lorenzo R. Murillo
is an attorney at Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP's Indianapolis office with a specialized focus on real estate law. His expertise encompasses a wide range of commercial real estate transactions, including financing, acquisitions, dispositions, and commercial leasing, along with adept handling of lender-side loan documentation work. Mr. Murillo has successfully facilitated numerous transactions including portfolio real estate dispositions for multiple clients and loan documentation work for a prominent nation-wide lender. He earned his J.D. degree from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law and his B.A. degree in political science from Indiana University. Mr. Murillo's academic tenure was distinguished by several leadership roles: he was an associate editor of the Indiana Law Review, chair of the Indy Bar Law Student Division, and a member of the Hispanic Law Society. He is also a 2019 ICLEO Fellow.
Speaker bio
Adriana M. Peters
is a member of Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC's Real Estate Group in Roseland, New Jersey. She brings more than 20 years of in-house and private experience directing legal efforts with regard to real estate development, construction and finance. Ms. Peters is a trusted advisor to local, regional and national landlords and tenants on commercial leasing matters spanning all asset types. Prior to joining CSG Law, she worked with Lightstone Group, one of the largest, privately-held real estate management and development companies in the country with a commercial real estate portfolio of over 6 million square feet. As Lightstone's general counsel, Ms. Peters was deeply involved with commercial leasing and various transactions across the company's portfolio, overseeing the legal components of Lightstone's acquisition, development, disposition, financing and land use functions on a national scale. She earned her J.D. degree from Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University. Ms. Peters is admitted to practice in New Jersey and is an active member of the International Council of Shopping Centers.
Speaker bio
Elizabeth M. Jones
is a partner in the West Palm Beach office of Shutts & Bowen LLP, where she is a member of the Real Estate Practice Group. Ms. Jones has significant experience in a wide range of Florida real estate issues, including the acquisition, disposition, leasing, financing, entitlement, and development of all types of commercial property, including office buildings, retail centers, industrial, and mixed-use developments. She also represents home and apartment builders in the acquisition and development of land. Her recent experience has focused on representing landlords and investors in the purchase, sale, leasing, and management of several Class "A" office buildings and parks throughout Florida, many of which have received publicity as "deals of the year." Prior to joining Shutts & Bowen LLP, Ms. Jones began her career for a well-respected Broward County lobbying firm, where she practiced in the areas of commercial real estate, corporate, regulatory compliance, and governmental consulting. She earned her J.D., magna cum laude, from Nova Southeastern University and is admitted to practice in Florida and the District of Columbia. Ms. Jones has been recognized multiple times for her real estate practice by Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America®, and Palm Beach Illustrated.
Speaker bio
Joshua M. Gorsky
is a partner in Mandelbaum Barrett PC's Real Estate, Commercial Lending and Business Law Practice Groups in Roseland, New Jersey. His practice focuses on real estate, transactional and corporate law. He regularly represents real estate owners and investors in the purchase, sale and financing of various types of commercial property, including apartments, retail, office, mixed use, industrial and vacant land. Joshua also represents local, regional and national lending institutions in transactions securing commercial real estate and other business assets. He is involved in land use and zoning law, appearing before municipal zoning and planning boards on behalf of his clients. Finally, Mr. Gorsky represents both landlords and tenants in complex leasing transactions involving all property types. Prior to practicing law and joining Mandelbaum Barrett PC, he worked in the commercial real estate finance industry. During his tenure, he negotiated construction, bridge and permanent financing for his clients. He earned his J.D. from Seton Hall University's School of Law and is admitted to practice in New Jersey and New York. Mr. Gorsky is a Board Member for the Mental Health Association, a non-profit organization promoting mental health and total wellness for individuals facing challenges associated with mental illness and addiction recovery. In 2025, he was named to the New Jersey Super Lawyers "Rising Star" list.
Speaker bio
Bryan N. Vega
is a partner at Meland Budwick, P.A., where he focuses his practice on real estate, corporate, and transactional matters. He serves as co-chair of the firm's Real Estate and Corporate Group. Before joining the firm, he was an attorney at Greenberg Traurig. Mr. Vega represents national and regional real estate developers, private investors, entrepreneurs, and financial institutions. His real estate practice includes the acquisition, disposition, financing, development, construction, operation, and leasing of a broad range of asset types, such as mixed-use and retail developments, office buildings, hospitality projects, industrial centers, condominiums, multifamily properties, and other commercial and residential properties. He routinely drafts, reviews, and negotiates commercial and residential real estate documents, including purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, closing and conveyance instruments, and lease agreements. He also performs title and survey due diligence and oversees commercial and residential real estate closings. In his corporate and transactional practice, Mr. Vega advises clients on corporate structuring and entity formation, including the formation of limited liability companies, corporations, and partnerships. He drafts operating agreements, shareholder agreements, and other organizational documents, and negotiates complex structures, including joint ventures and general partner/limited partner arrangements. He also serves as outside general counsel to a wide range of companies, assisting with general corporate governance, contracts, and other day-to-day transactional matters. He earned his J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law and is admitted to practice in Florida. He has been listed for inclusion in Lawdragon 500 X - The Next Generation (2025), The Best Lawyers in America "Ones to Watch" (2023-Present), and Daily Business Review Florida Legal Awards "On the Rise" (2022).
Speaker bio
Elizabeth M. Rogers
is a partner with Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP in Detroit (Southfield), Michigan. She has over 20 years of experience driving complex transactions for international and national companies and closely held businesses. She has a substantial background in handling real estate, business, and general civil litigation matters and advises her clients concerning multi-billion-dollar, multi-state commercial real property and other asset-based transactions, public-private partnerships, entitlements, development, zoning, capitalization, leasing, construction, and corporate governance. In addition to practicing law in the private sector, Ms. Rogers has served as a senior assistant corporation counsel with the largest municipality in the State of Michigan and has advised governmental and quasi-governmental agencies regarding all manner of real estate, zoning and administrative matters, legal strategy, and risk mitigation. She presents complex legal concepts to elected and appointed officials and philanthropic and community organizations and regularly collaborates with stakeholders and other industry leaders regarding legislative and policy matters. She earned her J.D. at University of Michigan Law School and is admitted to practice in Michigan and New York. She has been recognized as a "Go-To Lawyer" by Michigan Lawyers Weekly.
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