As properties continue to change hands and be developed, easement disputes are on the rise. An easement gives someone the right to use part of another property owner’s land. Easements can be written, recorded documents, or they can be created by the circumstances of...
Real Estate Law
Avoiding costly litigation when transferring real estate with tenants
The low inventory of new construction has recently motivated many real estate investors and property management companies to scoop up residential and commercial properties in Oregon, Washington and other parts of the United States. This trend has led to new questions...
What are my options if I need to get out of my commercial lease?
It could be that your business has grown faster than anticipated, and it’s simply not feasible to wait until the end of your lease to upgrade to a bigger location. Or your company could be in need of downsizing, and you’re looking for a place with more affordable...
Information commercial property sellers must disclose
When a commercial property dispute arises due to the failure to disclose important information, it can have serious legal and financial implications. As a seller of commercial property, there is specific information that you must disclose to any potential buyers....
Important questions to ask when creating partnership agreements
Creating a partnership agreement is essential before moving forward with any business venture involving two or more people. They are considered a protective measure to ensure that any future disagreements have a quick and fair resolution. A good partnership agreement...
Consensual ways to break a shareholder deadlock
Shareholder disputes that end in a deadlock may arise for various reasons. There could be disagreements over the development and direction of the business. The relationship between specific key individuals and the organization may be deteriorating due to a disparity...
Common Commercial Lease Disputes: A Step-by-step Guide for Landlords & Tenants
When business owners rent space to conduct business, they typically enter into a commercial lease agreement with the landlord that defines the terms of their relationship. These agreements follow traditional principles of contract interpretation and are not controlled...
OR & WA Current Regulations on Commercial Evictions
Nearly a year after states began issuing temporary regulations to shield residential and commercial tenants from evictions for nonpayment during the pandemic, several of these protections and restrictions remain in place. This blog post reviews the status of Oregon...
What to Know About Adverse Possession in Oregon
Adverse possession is a long-established legal doctrine concerning property rights. Based in common law dating back centuries, the doctrine essentially grants property ownership to trespassers (hence its informal moniker, “squatter’s rights.”) The doctrine is now...
