Commercial Leases

When you are looking to buy or sell commercial properties in the United States, there is a variety of legal hurdles to overcome that can be challenging without proper legal representation. That is where Atom Law Group is here to help.

How Atom Law Group can Benefit Your Commercial Real Estate Transaction

  • Legal expertise: An attorney with experience in commercial leasing can advise you on the legal implications of the lease terms and help you understand your rights and responsibilities as a tenant.
  • Protecting your interests: An attorney can negotiate on your behalf to ensure that the lease terms are favorable to you and protect your interests, such as by negotiating for more favorable rent terms or more flexible lease terms.
  • Identification of potential issues: An attorney can review the lease and identify any potential issues or areas of concern that you may not have considered, such as the language used in the lease, the rights and responsibilities of both parties and any potential liabilities.
  • Tailoring the lease to your business: An attorney can help you tailor the lease to your specific business needs, such as ensuring that the lease includes provisions for the type of business you operate and the specific use of the property.


  • Minimizing risks: An attorney can help you minimize the risks associated with leasing commercial property, such as by negotiating for liability protections or by identifying and addressing any potential legal issues.
  • Helping to navigate the legal process: An attorney can help you navigate the legal process of leasing commercial property, including reviewing and drafting the lease, communicating with the landlord, and filing any necessary documents.
  • Helping with disputes: An attorney can help you in case of disputes that may arise during the course of the lease.


Commercial Lease Clauses Include:

  • Rent:

    • The lease will specify the amount of rent to be paid, the frequency of payments, and any increases or decreases to the rent over the course of the lease.

    • Term: The lease will specify the length of the lease term, the start and end dates, and any options for renewal.


  • Use:

    • The lease will specify the permitted use of the property, such as retail, office, or industrial use. It may also contain restrictions on the use of the property.

  • Maintenance and repairs:

    • The lease will specify the responsibilities of the landlord and tenant for maintaining and repairing the property, including who is responsible for paying for any repairs or renovations.

  • Insurance:

    • The lease will specify the insurance requirements for the tenant, such as liability and property insurance.

  • Security deposit:

    • The lease will specify the amount of any security deposit required and the conditions under which it will be returned.

  • Subletting and assignment:

    • The lease will specify the conditions under which the tenant may sublet or assign the lease to another party.

  • Termination:

    • The lease will specify the conditions under which the lease can be terminated by either party, such as for non-payment of rent or breach of lease terms.

  • Governing law:

    • The lease will specify the governing law for the lease and any disputes that may arise during the course of the lease.

  • Alterations:

    • The lease will specify the conditions under which the tenant may make any alterations to the property.

  • Utilities:

    • The lease will specify the conditions regarding who is responsible for paying for the utilities and services of the property.

  • Landlord's access:

    • The lease will specify the conditions under which the landlord may access the property, such as for inspections or repairs.