In the fast-paced world of real estate transactions, business negotiations, and corporate dealings, brokers and paralegals play essential roles in guiding clients through complex processes. Their industry expertise, market knowledge, and negotiation skills are invaluable. However, when legal complexities arise, partnering with an attorney can help ensure transactions proceed smoothly and clients’ interests remain fully […]
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The Case for Attorney-Led Trust Management: Avoiding Mistakes and Ensuring Your Intent
Trust management is a critical aspect of estate planning, ensuring that your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Engaging an attorney in this process is essential to avoid mistakes and uphold your intentions. The Importance of Attorney-Led Trust Management A trust attorney provides essential guidance through intricate legal and tax implications, ensuring that the […]
Read more...Is That Sign Illegal?: Understanding the Sign Ordinance Los Angeles
Outdoor advertising operators often encounter displays across Los Angeles that raise questions about compliance with local regulations. These might include billboards converted to digital displays without visible permits, large advertisements placed on utility poles or public property, or oversized signs located in areas with specific size or lighting restrictions. While some of these displays […]
Read more...Understanding the Duty of Lateral Support: What Property Owners Need to Know
Owning commercial property comes with a unique set of rights and responsibilities, not just for the property itself but also in relation to neighboring properties. One crucial responsibility often overlooked is the duty of lateral support. This legal obligation ensures that property owners take reasonable care to avoid undermining the structural stability of adjacent properties—a […]
Read more...A Corporate Real Estate Due Diligence Checklist
Navigating the complexities of commercial real estate transactions requires thorough due diligence. At Hamlin | Cody, we understand the importance of making informed decisions to protect your investments. Here’s a comprehensive corporate real estate due diligence checklist designed to guide commercial landlords through this critical process. Document Collection and Review Title and Legal Documents […]
Read more...All About FINCEN’s Beneficial Ownership Information Filing Requirements (Since Held Unconstitutional)
The U.S. Treasury Department introduced new reporting requirements for small businesses and other entities, leaving many business owners wondering how these changes will affect them. Under the new rules, most entities registered with a state—such as LLCs, corporations (including Subchapter S corporations), and even certain homeowners’ associations—must file detailed reports about their “beneficial owners.” We […]
Read more...What You Need to Get Into the Billboard Business in California
Table of Contents What are the first steps to getting into the billboard business in California? What is due diligence, and why is it important for billboards? Do I need permits to install a billboard? Where can billboards legally be placed in California? How do I secure a lease for billboard space? Can digital billboards […]
Read more...Billboard 101: Everything You Need to Know About Billboards
If you’ve ever driven down a highway or passed through a bustling part of town, you’ve probably seen billboards advertising everything from fast food to new apartment buildings. But what does it take to get a billboard up, and how are they regulated? This crash course in Billboard 101 will walk you through the basics, […]
Read more...Navigating Commercial Landlord-Tenant Disputes in Los Angeles: Why You Need an Attorney
As a business owner in Los Angeles, managing commercial properties often comes with unique challenges. Disputes between landlords and tenants can arise over lease agreements, maintenance responsibilities, or property use, just to name a few. Navigating these disputes without legal expertise can result in costly, time-consuming battles that could significantly impact your business. Partnering with […]
Read more...Navigating Legal Uncertainty: How Hamlin | Cody Helps Clear the Fog
Legal issues can often feel overwhelming, especially when uncertainty clouds the path forward. Many people hesitate to seek legal help, worried that the process might be too complicated or expensive. However, facing these challenges alone can make the situation even more stressful. At Hamlin | Cody, we help our clients understand and navigate the complexities […]
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