Commercial Real Estate Attorneys in Virginia

We represent buyers, sellers, investors, landlords, and tenants in commercial real estate transactions, including shopping centers, office and industrial buildings, apartment complexes, hotels, and retail properties. Our team has handled thousands of real estate transactions and resolves title and contract issues before they delay your closing. For residential clients, we offer full-service closings through a title company affiliated with our firm. Most of our real estate work is in Virginia, and we also handle transactions in North Carolina.

Commercial Purchases, Sales & Leases
Shopping Centers, Office, Industrial & Hotels
Title Review and Closing Coordination
Licensed in Virginia & North Carolina

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WHERE WE WORK

VIRGINIA & NORTH CAROLINA

TRANSACTIONS HANDLED

THOUSANDS

PRIMARY FOCUS

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE

Protecting Your Side of the Closing Table

Buyers, sellers, investors, landlords, and tenants each carry different risks in the same commercial transaction. We represent your interests and make sure the contract, title, and closing documents match the deal you agreed to.

Buyers & Investors

You are committing significant capital to a property your business or portfolio depends on.

Acquisition contracts and due diligence
Title, survey, and zoning review
Entity and financing coordination

Sellers & Owners

You want a clean disposition and no surprises after closing.

Contract terms and contingencies
Payoffs, liens, and title cleanup
Deed and closing documents

Commercial Landlords & Tenants

A commercial lease can shape your business for years.

Lease drafting and negotiation
Renewals, assignments, and subleases
Lease disputes

PROPERTY TYPES

Commercial Transactions for Nearly Every Property Type

From single-tenant buildings to multi-tenant shopping centers, we handle the legal work so you can focus on the property and your business. Buying or selling a business that includes real estate? Our Mergers & Acquisitions team handles the business side of the deal.

Shopping Centers & Retail

Acquisitions, sales, and leasing of retail and multi-tenant properties.

Office, Warehouse & Industrial

Purchases, sales, and leases of commercial and industrial buildings.

Hotels & Hospitality

Hotel and hospitality property transactions, coordinated with any business purchase.

Commercial Leasing

Office, retail, and industrial leases for landlords and tenants, including renewals and assignments.

Apartment Complexes & Multifamily

Acquisitions and sales of apartment complexes and multifamily investment properties. See Real Estate Investment & Development.

Churches & Nonprofit Property

Purchases, sales, and transfers of property for churches and nonprofit organizations.

1031 Like-Kind Exchanges

Purchase and sale documents coordinated with your qualified intermediary and tax advisor.

Residential Transactions

For home purchases, sales, and refinances, we offer full-service residential closings through a title company affiliated with our firm. You are free to choose any settlement agent or title company.

Have a Commercial Contract or Lease to Review?

Commercial contracts and leases set deadlines, contingencies, and obligations that are hard to change later. Have us review them before you are bound.

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THE PROCESS

A Clear Path From Contract to Closing

Every property is different, but most transactions follow the same core stages.

1. Contract Review

We review or draft the purchase contract or lease and flag deadlines, contingencies, and risks.

2. Title Examination

We review the title commitment, liens, and exceptions and work to clear issues early.

3. Due Diligence

We help you track inspections, surveys, zoning, and financing deadlines.

4. Closing Preparation

We prepare or review the deed, settlement statement, and closing documents.

5. Closing & Recording

We coordinate the closing and confirm the documents are recorded and funds are disbursed.

WHY COUNSEL MATTERS

The Costly Problems Usually Hide in the Title and the Fine Print

Most real estate problems are not visible on a listing. They show up at closing or after it, when they cost the most to fix.

Title Defects & Liens

Unreleased deeds of trust, judgments, and liens that follow the property.

Boundary & Survey Issues

Encroachments and easements that limit how you can use the land.

Missed Contract Deadlines

Inspection, financing, and due diligence periods that expire unnoticed.

Zoning & Permitted Use

A property that cannot be used the way you plan. See Land Use & Zoning.

Lease Obligations

Existing tenants, renewal rights, and estoppel issues that transfer with the property.

Financing Contingencies

Loan terms and conditions that put your deposit at risk.

Buying, Selling, or Leasing Commercial Property?

Tell us about the property and your timeline, and we will help you plan the next step.

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What Real Estate Clients Say About Working With Us

Real reviews from clients we have represented. Read all client reviews.

Chris

5-Star Client Review

I have used John McCormick and his team for many legal services including LLC formation and real estate transactions. All of the work they do is top notch. I’ve worked with other firms that routinely mess up the settlement statement and require correction at the final hour. I never have this problem with John and his team. When setting up my LLC, I asked a lot of questions and John was always prompt and knowledgeable with his responses. His paralegal Allison is great too and extremely knowledgeable. Great people and easy to work with. I highly recommend.

Quint B.

5-Star Client Review

John did an exceptional job and went above and beyond to assist us in handling a commercial transaction and everything that comes with it. We got sidelined by a larger firm and decided to go with John after talking with him; turned out to be one of our best decisions! He did a great job all around, especially good at communicating (phone, email), really helped us throughout the negotiation process, tells it to you straight (even the hard truths), phenomenal work ethic, and is very well respected by his peers. Can’t recommend him highly enough! He’s the only attorney we want to work with in the future. Thanks John!

Tamika D.

5-Star Client Review

I’ve had nothing short of an excellent experience working with this firm! They are professional, prompt, experienced and fairly priced. They have navigated me through many questions, challenges and documents. I am forever grateful for their quality service and dedication!

Josh G.

5-Star Client Review

I could not have made a better selection on the quality of professionalism and service provided by McCormick Law and if I were to do it 100 times over, I would choose them every time. Thank you very much for your responsiveness, professionalism, and courtesy while assisting me through this process.

Who You’ll Be Working With

Our real estate attorneys combine legal knowledge with practical transaction experience, and we explain every step in plain English.

John McCormick

Attorney & Founder

John McCormick is the founder of McCormick Law & Consulting. He has represented investors, developers, builders, banks, lenders, and individual buyers in transactions involving shopping centers, apartment complexes, retail stores, restaurants, and hotels.

John is licensed in Virginia and North Carolina.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an attorney for a commercial real estate purchase?

Commercial purchases involve due diligence, title and survey issues, zoning, leases, and financing terms that a standard form does not address. An attorney helps protect you before you are bound by the contract. We will tell you during your consultation what your transaction needs.

Can you review or negotiate a commercial lease?

Yes. We represent landlords and tenants in office, retail, and industrial leases, including rent and expense provisions, maintenance obligations, renewals, assignments, and personal guaranties.

What is title insurance, and do I need it?

Title insurance protects against covered defects in title that existed before you bought the property. Lenders usually require a lender’s policy. An owner’s policy is optional but protects your own investment, and we can explain the difference for your purchase.

Can you help with a 1031 exchange?

Yes. We handle the purchase and sale documents and coordinate with your qualified intermediary and tax advisor, who manage the exchange requirements and tax analysis.

Do you handle residential closings?

Yes. For residential purchases, sales, and refinances, we offer full-service closings through a title company affiliated with our firm. Our firm has an ownership interest in that title company, and you are free to choose any settlement agent or title company for your transaction.

How are fees structured for real estate matters?

We offer flat fees on most real estate transactions. We confirm the scope of work and fee in writing before work begins.

Results depend on a variety of factors unique to each matter. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

Client Reviews

We are proud to have almost 500 five-star client reviews across Google, Avvo, and other platforms, including our divisions.

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Being a first time business owner, you want to make sure you're making all the right decisions. Choosing McCormick Law & Consulting, along with Emma and Taylor, made the process so easy! Emma understood right away what my primary concerns were, and was able to execute everything in a very timely manner! She was extremely easy to talk to and she took the time to explain everything to me, settling my nerves with taking this next big step. Taylor made the process of making it all official completely stress free.

Crystal G.

McCormick Law & Consulting was integral in the creation of our non-profit. We promised our 12 y/o son that we would keep fighting cancer for kids like him but we couldn’t have kept that promise without John McCormick and his team. We were hooked at our first meeting when John simply asked “ Tell me about you son.” McCormick Law and Consulting took care of all the legal work while allowing us to focus on our mission. John and his team continue to be a great resource and supporter of D-Feet Cancer The Dalton Fox Foundation. We couldn’t have asked for better legal representation. Thank you McCormick Law & Consulting.

William F.

I definitely could have created my new business, Davis Wealth Management LLC, but boy that would have been a mistake. Because business formation is not an area in which I practice, I had no idea where my blind spots were, and let me tell you there were plenty. The knowledge I received from the firm is invaluable.

John McCormick and his firm are very reasonably priced and quickly and efficiently assisted me in creating my new business. It was completely turn key; they did everything for me. I can't recommend their services enough. Also, huge shoutout to Taylor who kept me informed every step of the way!

James D.

I highly recommendMcCormick Law & Consulting! My Father and I live in two separate states and the properties he needed legal services for are in Virginia. I reach out to Taylor on two separate occasions and she was very responsive and professional. The first time we used their services it went so smoothly that by the time I needed their services again I knew I could just send over the necessary documents, pay my invoice and rest assured it would all get taken care of. They eliminated the stress that comes with handling some else's affairs and I so appreciate that.

Heather C.

From the the very 1st conversation with their office it was clear they would be responsive to all my questions and any support with my business. They are relatable and make their customers feel comfortable with any questions and or concerns that might arise while using their services. I am happy to have found them to support me with my small business needs!

Lisa N.

I can't say enough great things about the professional team at McCormick Law & Consulting! We really had no idea of who to trust and who we could count on for quick and professional service in the Hampton Roads area for getting our new business up and running smoothly and the Team at McCormick Law & Consulting really knocked it out of the park with us!

Jerry G.

I had the good fortune of working with McCormick Law on a business sales contract. I sent them the initial draft provided by the buyer along with a few notes about my specific concerns. They carefully went through the document and provided meaningful additions and corrections that better protected my interests. Thanks to Bobby and John for their personalized attention.

Arthur B.

Mr. McCormick and his entire team were amazing! They assisted me in a legal matter concerning a business dispute. Mr. McCormick is highly experienced, ethical, dedicated, and was prepared to fight my legal matter in court if necessary. I thank the entire team for believing in me and would highly recommend them to anyone!!

Jeanette L.

We used McCormick Law to start up another LLC and it was a great experience. I have used other lawyers and attorneys in the past and I experienced delayed responses and it was what I have come to expect.From the first interactions with Robert and his team, I was surprised to how responsive they were. I even mentioned to my new business partner that this was not normal and I was very happy.Needless to say I will be using McCormick Law for all of my business needs in the future.

Colton S.

I utilized this firm for help on a real estate matter. I felt comfortable with the advice I received and am happy to continue doing business with them and referring others to the practice. Everyone I engaged with was welcoming and made the process very easy.

Christian S.

John and his team were great to work with. They provided advice for starting my business and set everything up in an efficient and timely manner. I will definitely recommend them to others!

Elizabeth H.

I contacted McCormick Law firm to register my moving service in NC. They did an outstanding job. Completed the process way sooner than I expected. Thank you, Taylor.

Steve T.

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McCormick Law, PC d/b/a McCormick Law & Consulting is a business law firm with offices in Norfolk, Virginia and Raleigh, North Carolina, handling mergers and acquisitions, outside general counsel, commercial real estate, nonprofits, and litigation, with criminal and traffic defense through Driving Defense Law and physician contracts through Med Contract Law. Whether you are a new or existing client of the firm, McCormick Law, PC, cannot represent you on any new matter until the firm has made a determination that there is no conflict of interest and that it is willing to accept the new engagement. The testimonials on this website reflect the real-life experiences and opinions of our clients. However, the experiences are personal to those particular clients, and may not necessarily be representative of all clients. We do not claim, and you should not assume, that all clients will have the same experience. Your outcome may vary.