Publications
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Updated 06.18.2020California Urgency Legislation (SB-939) May Significantly Affect Commercial Rent Obligations and Lease Termination RightsUpdatesOn Friday, May 22, the California Senate Judiciary Committee voted in favor of an amended version of SB-939, which would limit the rights of many commercial landlords to enforce certain provisions of their leases.
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05.12.2020Cameras, Temperatures, and Apps Oh My! COVID-19 Checklist for Commercial Landlords and TenantsUpdatesToday commercial landlords and tenants are preparing to safeguard their employees and customers from Covid-19 risks.
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05.05.2020Guidance for Reopening of Businesses Following Shutdowns Due to COVID-19UpdatesStates across the country are beginning to reopen or considering reopening following shutdowns in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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09.2019Restaurant Leasing: Permitted Use and ExclusivesArticlesThe use of a premises is often a tug-a-war between landlord and tenant.
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10.27.2016New California Lease Requirements for Disability AccessUpdatesPerkins Coie previously published an alert regarding California legislation (SB 1186), which required disclosures in commercial leases as to whether the property being leased had been inspected by a Certified Access Specialist (CASp). On September 16, 2016, new legislation (AB 2093) was enacted to encourage parties to acknowledge accessibility issues and address any necessary remediations during lease negotiations.
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03.17.2016Issues Unique to Restaurant Leasing: If You Can't Take the (Legal) Heat, Stay Out of the KitchenArticles
ACREL
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11.2015Seasonal Retail LeasingArticles
Commercial Leasing Law & Strategy
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09.17.2014Retail Leasing: 'Tis The Season to Make Your List and Check It TwiceUpdatesThe holiday shopping season is fast approaching and for the brick and mortar retail industry, it is a critical time. Whether you are a landlord of a shopping center, a long-term retail tenant, or a temporary seasonal tenant, there are several leasing issues that arise during the holidays that are worth noting.
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10.2013Restricting Expressive Activities in CA Shopping CentersArticles
Commercial Leasing Law & Strategy
This article provides owners and their counsel with suggested guidelines for the restriction of expressive activities and illustrates the types of shopping center rules that will more likely be upheld by California courts. This article was re-published in Retail Law Strategist. -
2012You May Not Be as Exclusive as You ThinkArticles
Retail Law Strategist, Shopping Center Landlord & Tenant Legal Issues
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09.11.2012An Addition to Your Holiday List: Seasonal Tenants and Lease ReviewsUpdatesRetail property owners and retailers alike are always looking for ways to increase their revenues in a cost-effective manner, especially during the holiday season when a large percentage of a retailer's profits are typically earned.
This Client Update was republished in Retail Law Strategist - Volume 12, Issue 4, Winter 2012 -
12.2009You May Not Be as Exclusive as You ThinkArticles
Retail Law Strategist, Volume 9, Issue 8
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09.16.2009Loss of Shopping Center Tenants – What Can You Do To Salvage Your Holiday Season?UpdatesA center with a high vacancy level will likely experience a significant drop-off in holiday shoppers visiting the center, so you need to be proactive to minimize the impact.
Presentations
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03.09.2022Strategically Negotiating the Changing Retail Landscape—2022 and Beyond: Utilizing Technology and Contracts to Navigate Supply Chain ChallengesWebinarsThis program addressed utilizing technology and contracts to navigate supply chain challenges in the retail and real estate sectors.
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01.19.2022
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12.10.2020
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04.13.2018Exit & Early TerminationSession Leader
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04.11.2017In the Blink of an Eye: "Pop-Up" Leasing in an Evolving Retail Environment
Panelist
Georgetown University Advanced Commercial Leasing Institute / Washington, D.C.
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04.07.2016Lease Alchemy: Turning Dirt into Gold Through Sale-LeasebacksPanelist
Georgetown University Advanced Commercial Leasing Institute / Washington, D.C. -
03.17.2016Issues Unique to Restaurant Leasing: If You Can't Take the (Legal) Heat, Stay Out of the KitchenPanelist
ACREL 2016 Mid-Year Meeting / San Diego, CA
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11.201517th Annual Commercial Real Estate InstituteCo-Chair
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10.2015Let’s Make a Deal! – The Market for Shopping Center Sales and Sticking Points in NegotiationsInternational Council of Shopping Centers / Phoenix, AZ
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05.2015If It’s Broke, Fix It: Trends in Repair ObligationsGeorgetown University Advanced Commercial Leasing Institute / Washington, D.C.
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05.2015Alternative Fee Arrangements: Better for Both Lawyers and Clients?Georgetown University Advanced Commercial Leasing Institute / Washington, D.C.
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10.2014Baskets, Floors and Ceilings, Are We Negotiating a Deal or Decorating a House?: Key Negotiating Points in Shopping Center Purchase AgreementsInternational Council of Shopping Centers - Law Conference
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04.2014Do the Right Thing – What is the Ethical Lawyer to Do?Georgetown University Advanced Commercial Leasing Institute / Washington, D.C.