Real Estate Law

Cuddy McCarthy has experienced professionals who counsel corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, non-profit corporations, boards of directors and independent business owners. We strive to understand a client’s business, goals, and legal objectives in order to contribute to their success.

We assist our clients with:

• Choice of entity
• Small and large businesses
• Formation of corporations, partnerships and limited liability companies
• Tax planning
• S Corporation elections
• Employment agreements
• Consulting agreements
• Purchases and sales of businesses
• Shareholder agreements
• Voting agreements
• Stock option plans
• Shareholder/member loans
• Leasing and real estate issues
• Independent contractor agreements
• Confidentiality agreements
• Non-compete agreements
• Financing arrangements and documentation
• Sales agent / representative agreements
• Distribution agreements
• Consignment agreements
• License and technology agreements
• Stock purchase agreements
• Stock redemption agreements

The firm also has extensive experience in organizing and creating non-profit corporations and foundations and seeking nontaxable status for those entities.

Our employment practices attorneys can effectively counsel employers on a wide range of topics from drafting employment manuals to avoiding harassment and other employee disputes.

Real Estate and Commercial Transactions

Our team represents clients in a wide range of real estate and commercial transactions, tailoring strategies to meet both immediate and long-term goals. We provide counsel through every stage—planning, due diligence, negotiation, financing, and closing. For businesses and developers, we handle everything from day-to-day operational agreements to high-value, multi-party transactions. Our goal is to facilitate smooth transactions while protecting our clients from legal and financial exposure.

Land Use and Development

We guide property owners, developers, and investors through the regulatory landscape that governs land use and development. Our attorneys assist with permit applications, zoning approvals, environmental reviews, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. We work to streamline projects, anticipate obstacles, and advocate for clients before administrative boards and governmental bodies. From initial concept to final build-out, we help safeguard clients’ property rights and advance their development objectives.

Leasing

We represent both landlords and tenants in negotiating, drafting, and enforcing lease agreements. Our attorneys ensure that lease terms—including rent, maintenance, renewals, and termination provisions—are fair, clear, and legally sound. We also assist clients in resolving disputes that arise during the leasing relationship, from nonpayment issues to property condition concerns. By providing proactive counsel, we help clients avoid pitfalls and maintain strong landlord-tenant relationships.

Zoning and Land Use

Our firm provides skilled counsel in navigating zoning and land use regulations, which can significantly impact property development and value. We assist clients in securing rezonings, variances, special permits, and other approvals necessary for their projects. When disputes with municipalities or neighboring property owners arise, we advocate on behalf of our clients to protect their rights and advance their interests. With deep knowledge of local regulatory frameworks, our attorneys help clients move projects forward while maintaining compliance and minimizing delays.