Successful real estate projects and transactions demand the flawless simultaneous execution of a variety of business, financial, and legal functions. Lane, Alton & Horst attorneys offer functional counsel and advice concerning the sale and acquisition, as well as leasing, with respect to all asset classes of properties on both a portfolio and individual property basis.
Clients from every segment of the real estate industry – including developers large and small, landowners, contractors, brokers, lenders, investors, and others focusing on acquiring, selling, exchanging, leasing, financing and developing real estate projects in the Central Ohio area and beyond – seek our grounded practical advice and counsel regarding all facets of land use, acquisition, development, financing, construction, and leasing.
We understand time is often a critical factor in these transactions. Consequently, we stand ready to respond on an expedited schedule. Unnecessary delays can often be avoided when legal counsel in engaged to review due diligence matters such as the environmental condition of the property, zoning, access and financing issues, title and survey review, and negotiation and preparation of acquisition documents. We can also assist with related construction and financing needs.
Among other services, we provide legal advice concerning:
Whether the deal involves the new acquisition of a single parcel, is part of a complex development plan, or entails refinancing and restructuring of existing indebtedness, Lane, Alton & Horst attorneys have the experience and perspective to effiiciently and effectively manage the transaction. Our role varies from one transaction to the next; we are equally adept as lender's counsel as when called to act on behalf of borrowers.
Environmental law encompasses a wide range of challenges for businesses and presents a regulatory thicket that requires the utmost in expertise and knowledge in navigating one’s way. We provide practical pragmatic counsel and advice concerning the various responsibilities, exposures, and liabilities that can arise from myriad federal, state and local environmental legislation and regulations.
We provide both basic review and explanation of leases as well as in-depth analysis and negotiation of commercial leases for the entire range of business premises from office space or retail establishments to warehouse or manufacturing locations.
Lane, Alton & Horst, LLC attorneys have represented clients in virtually every sort of litigation involving real estate and regularly represent the interests of lenders, developers, title companies, brokers, owners, landlords, buyers, and sellers.