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Residential & Commercial Leases

PW Lawyers can provide assistance with both residential and retail and commercial leases in a number of capacities. Our expertise includes retirement leases.

What is a Commercial Lease?

A business property lease or commercial lease is a legally binding contract between a business owner and the owner of the real estate property.

These documents are a good deal more complicated than residential leases, because the lease is usually heavily customised to the individual situation. The lease terms and conditions need to be very carefully read to make sure that they match the needs of your business, as any mistakes at the beginning could make or break your new business.

It is important to seek legal advice from an experienced commercial lawyer before entering a lease, as it has the potential of becoming a negative impact on your business’ cash flow at a later stage.

PW Lawyers can assist you with:

  • Drafting and reviewing retail and commercial leases
  • Negotiation for the terms of the lease (including rent, transfer options, duration, exit and renewal options)
  • Subletting of premises
  • Insurance advice and assistance identifying the most suitable business insurance opportunities
  • Possible dispute resolution

Can I negotiate the terms?

Yes, lease terms are often negotiable. The specific terms or restrictions which may be up for negotiation include the rent amount, rent increases, the duration of the lease, the modifications you can make to the property and whether you can transfer or assign the lease.

What else should I look for?

This is hard to answer without knowing your specific situation and your business requirements. Some of the common things we find we need to discuss with clients include:

  • If you’re a new business, check that the length of the lease suits you, as many landlords prefer to lock in a longer lease.
  • There are several ways to calculate rental increases so make sure you understand and agree to the one chosen by your lessor.
  • Read the section on property improvements very carefully as it should set out who can make changes, who pays for the modifications and whether you have to return the property to it’s original condition at the end of the lease.
  • Make sure the lease includes all of the areas you expect to use including bathrooms, parking areas and common areas.
  • Be careful that the lease doesn’t stop you from erecting signs in certain areas.

Please seek legal advice before you make any commitments, including signing an offer, paying a deposit or moving anything you own into the property.

What if I am in a dispute with my landlord?

First, find your lease documents and read them carefully, making sure that you completely understand the legal terms and conditions.

Secondly, make sure you understand your legal rights and responsibilities and those of your landlord.
Then consider the options, which include negotiation, mediation, and court action.

We can help

Contact us to for legal advice specific to your business or other lease agreement.

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PW Lawyers is a Boutique firm based in Lindfield on Sydney’s North Shore. Established by John Buttfield in 1996 as Proctor Willaws, PW Lawyers’ highly-experienced team of solicitors, licensed conveyancers, and Justices of the Peace (JPs) specialises in wills, estates and property law.

Our team provides our clients with a unique combination of friendly, personalised service alongside decades of professional experience earned in large multinational law firms, government, financial services, private practice and the corporate sector.

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  • Probate & Deceased Estates
  • Family Provision Claims
  • Contesting or Challenging a Will
  • Defending a Will
  • Powers of Attorney & Enduring Guardianships
  • Buying, Selling & Transferring Property
  • Purchase & Sale of Businesses
  • Residential & Commercial Leases
  • Retirement Villages & Aged Care

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