A commercial lease can run five, ten or even ninety-nine years. Over that time, the language governing rent, maintenance, permitted use, assignment and default determines who bears the cost when circumstances change.
Halinen Law Offices represents landlords and tenants in office, retail, industrial and ground leases in Tacoma and throughout Pierce County, with an eye on whether the permitted use actually complies with local zoning.
Common Situations We Help With
- You are signing a landlord's form lease and are unsure what you are agreeing to.
- The intended use may not be allowed under the property's zoning.
- A tenant has stopped paying rent or violated lease terms.
- You need a ground lease for a long-term development project.
- Disagreement over CAM charges, repairs or tenant improvements.
Facing one of these issues?
Early advice usually costs less and preserves more options. Call for a free consultation.
Call Now for a Free ConsultationHow We Approach Real Estate Leasing
Drafting and review
We prepare and review leases with clear terms on rent, operating expenses, repairs, insurance and use.
Zoning and use review
We confirm the intended use is permitted, avoiding a lease for space you cannot legally operate in.
Ground leases
We structure long-term ground leases that support financing and development.
Defaults and disputes
We advise on notices, cures and remedies, and resolve disputes efficiently.
Results You Can Expect
- Leases you fully understand
- Confirmed, compliant permitted uses
- Fair allocation of costs and risk
- Faster resolution of tenant or landlord disputes
Real Estate Leasing in Tacoma & Pierce County
Tacoma's industrial areas near the Port, revitalized retail corridors downtown and along 6th Avenue, and expanding commercial centers in Fife and Puyallup each come with different use rules and market expectations.
We serve clients in Tacoma, Lakewood, University Place, Puyallup, Gig Harbor, Fircrest, Ruston, Fife, Milton, Edgewood, Sumner, Bonney Lake and throughout the Puget Sound region.
Real Estate Leasing FAQ
Should I have an attorney review a commercial lease?
Yes. Commercial leases are long, binding and rarely favor the tenant as written. A review before signing is inexpensive compared with the obligations involved.
What is a ground lease?
A long-term lease of land, often 50 to 99 years, where the tenant builds and owns improvements during the term.
Can my landlord lease me space my business isn't allowed to use?
It happens. That is why we verify zoning and permitted use before you commit.
Do you represent landlords?
Yes, we represent both landlords and tenants.