Protect Your Investment—Skilled Counsel for Every Commercial Deal
Commercial real estate deals are high-value and high-stakes. The Law Offices of Katrina M. Barnett provides the meticulous legal oversight you need—from negotiating lease terms that safeguard your business to closing complex property purchases or sales without a hitch. Serving landlords, tenants, and small business owners across Chicago and Illinois, we handle every detail so you can focus on the big picture.
Lease, Buy, or Build—We Handle It All
- Commercial Lease Review & Negotiation
Drafting and reviewing leases for retail, office, or industrial spaces. We negotiate terms for rent, CAM, renewals, exit rights, and limit hidden costs—ensuring the lease works for you, not just the landlord. - Business Property Purchases & Sales
Guidance through buying or selling buildings, warehouses, or investment properties. We perform thorough due diligence—reviewing contracts, title, surveys, environmental reports, and managing all closing requirements for a smooth transaction. - Zoning & Land Use Consultation
Help navigating permits, variances, and local ordinances—so your property is approved for your business’s needs, with no surprises.
Chicago & Illinois—Navigating the Local Legal Landscape
- Experience with Chicago zoning, city transfer stamps, and commercial landlord-tenant law.
- Addressing specific issues like confession of judgment, CAM fees, or unique maintenance responsibilities.
- Handling state requirements for commercial closings, including UCC lien searches and entity formation for property holding.
Deadlines Met, Deals Secured—No Surprises
- We coordinate with brokers, lenders, surveyors, and city officials to keep every transaction on schedule.
- Diligent in spotting hidden liabilities—like old liens, environmental hazards, or zoning problems—before you sign or close.
- Proactive project management ensures even complex deals (like 1031 exchanges or multi-site purchases) meet all timelines and requirements.
Commercial Real Estate—Your Questions Answered
Need a lawyer for commercial lease in Chicago?
Yes—commercial leases can be one-sided. We review, negotiate, and balance terms to protect your interests.
How to negotiate a commercial property purchase contract?
We guide you through every step—reviewing the agreement, managing due diligence, and negotiating for clear, favorable terms.
What does a commercial real estate attorney do?
We manage every legal aspect of your deal—from contract to closing, lease to land use—ensuring your investment is protected at every step.
Are services available outside Illinois?
Commercial real estate legal services are offered only to clients in Chicago and throughout Illinois.
Ensure Success in Every Commercial Property Venture
Work with a legal partner who knows the local market and the legal landscape. Contact the Law Offices of Katrina M. Barnett for expert commercial real estate counsel on leases, purchases, and all business property matters in Illinois.