Commercial Real Estate Litigation

Representing Businesses And Lenders In Real Estate Lawsuits

Even in this increasingly virtual world, most businesses become involved in one way or another in the purchase, lease or sale of real estate. When disputes arise, the experienced real estate litigation lawyers at in Santa Cruz, California, represent clients in a wide variety of commercial real estate litigation matters.

We represent clients in broker and lender defense cases, breach of purchase and sales agreements, due diligence and fraud. We also prosecute and defend mechanic’s liens and all manner of title disputes.

Our lawyers have more than 70 years of cumulative experience, including extensive experience litigating commercial real estate matters.

We Defend Hard-Money Lenders

As banks continue tightening their purse strings, so-called “hard-money” lenders or private lenders are taking advantage of the opportunity to lend to shunned borrowers.

Working through brokers, hard-money lenders typically offer high-interest, short-term loans to borrowers who cannot get traditional bank financing. The interest rate is higher than standard bank loans and the length of the loan can be as short as a few months.

We represent private lenders in litigation regarding bankruptcies and collections, loan documentation, lender liability matters and contract disputes. We also handle issues related to disputes regarding:

  • Loans and financing
  • Construction defects
  • Buy-sell agreements
  • Easements and boundary issues
  • Landlord-tenant disputes

Creative Solutions Delivered With A Personal Approach

Our real estate attorneys have represented clients in Santa Cruz and Santa Clara counties, including numerous commercial clients in San Jose, since 1969. Clients are assured of working directly with a lawyer throughout their case.

There are no junior associates or paralegals to pass work off to. We take the time to talk through every aspect of a case with each client so that we fully understand the objectives and concerns. We emphasize clear communication in order to keep you informed on all of your options from start to finish.

We welcome the opportunity to review the facts of your case and recommend the best steps to take. Call or or email us to schedule an appointment.

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