Fried Frank Attorneys Pivot During Pandemic Slowdown (Corrected)

Real estate transactions have been on the decline during the coronavirus pandemic, prompting property lawyers to shift to advising clients on other issues, like how to navigate contracts and handle unpaid rent. Fried Frank real estate lawyer Jennifer Yashar and litigator Joshua Roth say they’re starting to see more questions about reopening commercial spaces as stay-at-home orders are lifted.

‘Force’ Questions: The healthcare and economic crises stemming from the pandemic have many clients exploring whether certain real estate contract obligations may be suspended under force majeure clauses in those agreements, Yashar and Roth said.

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