Commercial Real Estate Attorney in St. Augustine | St. Johns Law Group

Strategic Legal Counsel for Commercial Transactions, Development Projects, and Leasing

At St. Johns Law Group, our commercial real estate attorneys provide experienced, strategic legal representation to investors, developers, business owners, property managers, and commercial landlords across St. Augustine, St. Johns County, and the broader North Florida region. We understand that commercial real estate transactions are complex, high-stakes investments requiring precise legal handling from contract to closing.

Our attorneys bring decades of experience in guiding clients through every stage of a commercial property matter—from acquisition, financing, and development to leasing, sale, or dispute resolution. We also assist clients with long-term investment planning, including 1031 exchanges and entity formation for real estate holdings.

Our Commercial Real Estate Services

Commercial Purchases and Sales

We represent buyers and sellers of all types of commercial property, including retail centers, hotels, medical facilities, office buildings, warehouses, and multi-family developments. Services include:

• Drafting and negotiation of purchase agreements

• Title and lien review

• Coordination of due diligence

• Zoning, permitting, and land use analysis

• Lender coordination and financing counsel

• Representation at closing

Commercial Leasing

We draft, review, and negotiate leases for both landlords and tenants, including:

• Retail, office, restaurant, medical, and industrial leases

• Ground leases and triple-net leases

• CAM (common area maintenance) and operating expense provisions

• Use restrictions and exclusivity clauses

• Default and enforcement provisions

Commercial Development and Entitlements

Our firm provides counsel on commercial real estate development projects from raw land acquisition to vertical construction and completion. Services include:

• Zoning and land use approvals

• Variance and special exception applications

• Development agreements and construction contracts

• Environmental due diligence

• Representation before planning and zoning boards

Investment Property and 1031 Exchange Counsel

We help clients structure and complete 1031 like-kind exchanges and other real estate investment transactions. Our services include:

• Identification of qualifying properties

• Review of exchange documentation

• Coordination with qualified intermediaries

• Analysis of tax consequences

• Entity formation and joint venture agreements

Commercial Real Estate Litigation and Disputes

Our litigation team works closely with our real estate attorneys to resolve complex commercial disputes, including:

• Breach of purchase or lease agreements

• Landlord-tenant litigation

• Construction and development disputes

• Quiet title and boundary disputes

• Partnership and joint venture disagreements

Why Choose St. Johns Law Group

As the largest law firm in St. Augustine, our clients benefit from a multi-disciplinary team with experience in real estate, land use, business law, and litigation. We tailor our legal strategies to align with your investment goals and risk profile, offering practical solutions and responsive legal counsel at every stage of the transaction.

We are distinguished by:

• Direct attorney involvement from start to finish

• Comprehensive support for transactions, development, leasing, and disputes

• In-depth knowledge of local land use laws, permitting agencies, and zoning boards

• Experience with complex, multimillion-dollar commercial deals

Areas We Serve

St. Johns Law Group provides commercial real estate legal services throughout Northeast Florida and Southern Georgia, including:

St. Johns County

• St. Augustine

• St. Augustine Beach

• Anastasia Island

• Crescent Beach

• Vilano Beach

• Ponte Vedra

• Nocatee

• Fruit Cove

• Julington Creek

• World Golf Village

• Silverleaf

• Beachwalk

• Palm Valley

• Hastings

• Elkton

Flagler County

• Palm Coast

• Flagler Beach

• Bunnell

• Marineland

Duval County

• Jacksonville

• Jacksonville Beach

• Atlantic Beach

• Neptune Beach

• San Marco

• Southside

• Mandarin

Clay County

• Green Cove Springs

• Fleming Island

• Middleburg

• Keystone Heights

• Oakleaf Plantation

Putnam County

• Palatka

• East Palatka

• Interlachen

• Crescent City

• Welaka

Southern Georgia (for select matters)

• St. Marys

• Kingsland

• Woodbine

📞Contact Our Commercial Real Estate Attorneys

Whether you are purchasing, selling, developing, leasing, or resolving a dispute involving commercial property, St. Johns Law Group provides the trusted legal representation you need. We are committed to helping our clients structure successful transactions and protect their interests across every phase of the commercial real estate lifecycle.

📍 Office Location: 104 Sea Grove Main Street, St. Augustine, FL
📞 Phone: (904) 495-0400
📨 Email: info@sjlawgroup.com