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Upcoming Courses

Introduction to Commercial Leasing: A Starter Guide for New Leasing Lawyers & Brokers

5-week course launching 11/1/23

This course will transform your relationship to commercial leasing by giving you the inside track on commercial leasing basics as well as tips on forming lasting and meaningful client relationships which are key to launching a successful commercial leasing practice. This course provides an introduction to these concepts through a thorough analysis of letters of intent.

Approval 10 hours MCLE credit [NV & CA]

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FoundationsĀ of Commercial Leasing: Learn the Essential Elements of Drafting and Negotiating Commercial Leases

6-week course launching 1/1/24

This course will teach the foundational concepts essential to any successful commercial leasing practice. Topics will include an overview of the following lease provisions: CAM/operating expenses, security deposits (including letters of credit and guaranties), repairs, surrender, holding over, subordination, insurance/indemnification, landlord remedies, standard statutory waivers, estoppel certificates, construction issues (including work letters) and renewal options. Particular attention will be paid to each of the landlord’s and tenant’s goals and negotiation strategies.

Approved for 12 hours MCLE credit [NV & CA]

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Commercial Leasing Masterclass: Take Your Commercial Leasing Practice to the Next Level

7-week course launching 10/1/24

This course will take your commercial leasing practice to the next level through interactive class sessions and case studies focusing on the most challenging issues facing commercial leasing practitioners. Topics covered will include complex delivery issues, expansion options (must-take, ROFO, ROFR), construction issues (landlord delivery, tenant builds, TI allowances), securitizing the lease, early termination options, special uses (medical, life sciences, industrial), SNDAs, landlord lien waivers, and force majeure (Covid) as well as negotiating strategies and compromises to move a lease across the finish line. Includes 1 hour of ethics (Multijurisdictional Commercial Leasing Practice).

Approved for 12 hours MCLE credit [CA & NV]

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Insider Tips for Launching a Successful Solo Commercial Leasing Practice

3-week course launching TBD

This course will help you decide whether a solo practice is your next career move. This comprehensive course begins with an analysis of the pros and cons of owning and operating a solo legal practice. Once that challenging decision is made, the course outlines the fundamentals of launching your solo practice and concludes with multiple marketing tips for building a successful client roster.

Approval Pending for 6 hours MCLE credit

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