Commercial Real Estate Attorney Charleston SC for Confident Closings
Experienced in Commercial Transactions
Focused counsel for offices, retail, warehouses, and land
Townes Law Firm guides Charleston entrepreneurs, investors, and developers through acquisitions and sales across Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, West Ashley, Daniel Island, and Summerville. As a
commercial real estate attorney Charleston SC, we handle deals for office buildings near the Ravenel Bridge, retail along Coleman Boulevard and King Street, flex and warehouse space off Clements Ferry Road, and land purchases in growing corridors like Cainhoy. We coordinate due diligence, entity documentation, environmental reviews, and lender requirements so milestones stay aligned from letter of intent to recording. For an overview of our full closing capabilities, visit
real estate closings for service details that apply across property types.
Commercial Closing Services
What your transaction needs from contract to recording
We confirm authority for LLCs, corporations, and partnerships, review or draft purchase and sale agreements with practical clauses for lease assignments and zoning contingencies, and examine title and surveys with attention to easements, access, and encroachments. Our team prepares and reviews loan documents, guarantees, and closing certificates, then manages signatures, funding, and recording with county offices in Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester. For owners comparing timelines with a
residential closing, we can explain what differs and how to plan staffing, inspections, and lender deliverables.
Navigating Complex Closings with Ease
Clear coordination with lenders, brokers, and opposing counsel
Commercial signings often involve multiple entities, layered financing, and tenant matters. Townes Law Firm organizes checklists, tracks conditions, and schedules extended meetings when needed. We keep communication simple for out-of-town principals and local teams alike, and we are available to answer questions before documents go to signature. When survey notes or title exceptions appear late, we work with surveyors and underwriters to resolve issues and keep the closing date realistic.
Local Knowledge & Networking
Charleston experience that streamlines your schedule
Local practice matters. We work daily with Charleston-area brokers, lenders, and title professionals and understand recording timelines at the county level. That perspective helps move permits, estoppels, and payoff confirmations along and reduces surprises near funding. For closely held businesses that acquire property, many clients also update documents like a will or power of attorney. If that is on your list, explore
estate planning to keep your personal plan aligned with new assets.
FAQs – Commercial Closings
Practical answers for common questions
Do you need a specialized attorney for commercial closings in Charleston?
Yes. The contracts, due diligence, and financing are more complex than typical residential deals, so experienced counsel helps avoid delays and costly revisions.
Can Townes Law assist with 1031 exchanges and investment properties?
Yes. We coordinate with qualified intermediaries and align closing deliveries with exchange timelines.
How long do commercial real estate closings take?
Many run 60 to 90 days or more due to inspections, financing, and third party approvals. We build a schedule that reflects those steps and keep parties on track.
What are typical closing costs and attorney fees?
Fees vary with deal size and complexity. We provide a clear quote and outline other costs like title premiums and recording so you can budget accurately.
Does Townes Law handle commercial leases or development transactions?
We review leases connected to purchases and close land and construction loans. If your matter requires extensive leasing or litigation, we can refer to a focused partner while staying available for the real estate closing.
Secure Your Commercial Closing
Plan the path from contract to keys
Whether you are expanding a workspace near Shem Creek or acquiring a distribution site off I 526, Townes Law Firm builds a plan that fits your timeline and team.