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Michael L. Lapin, Esq.
The supply of real estate is fixed, but the complexities of owning, developing, and using real estate are perpetually increasing. Growing land use concerns affect property owners throughout the Southern California region.

During a traditional commercial real estate dispute, each party retains counsel. The lawyers then spend substantial time negotiating with each other and then additional time communicating the outcome of the negotiations to their respective clients.

This approach only escalates conflict and increases expenses. If the attorneys are not successful in reaching an agreement, the issues surrounding the dispute will be decided by a judge. Going to court delays the outcome of the dispute, sometimes the property and the dispute can be tied up for several years.

SOLUTIONS FOR REAL ESTATE MEDIATION

The solution to avoiding costly litigation and delays in the exchange or occupancy of property is mediation. In mediation, the parties, with the help of a mediator, negotiate to reach an agreement on all aspects of their dispute.

The mediator is a neutral party whose function is to help negotiations by identifying issues and exploring potential solutions. The result is an expedited, less expensive real estate dispute where agreements can be made quickly and inexpensively.

Attorney Michael Lapin is dedicated to being a fair and knowledgeable neutral in both Commercial Real Estate and Land Use mediation. Mr. Lapin has over thirty years experience in every aspect of Commercial Real Estate. He is ready to use his three decades of experience to ensure that your mediation goes as quickly and successfully as possible.

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