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Statutory Remedies and Protections in Commercial Lease Disputes

Washington State Real Estate Law Lawyer Babak Shamsi | 8/21/2025
I recently wrote a blog post here regarding some of the considerations involved for landlords and tenants in commercial leasing. The complex issues pertaining to commercial leasing can sometimes turn into disputes between the parties, and ultimately, litigation regarding the same. While the commercial lease itself will dictate most of the rights and remedies available to both… Read More

Failed Real Estate Deals: Key Lessons from a Recent Washington Case

Washington State Real Estate Lawyer William O. Kessler | 8/21/2025
Small oversights in contracts can lead to big problems. A new decision from the Washington Court of Appeals, Pacific Shoreline Properties, LLC v. First Liberty Bond, LLC, highlights some important risks for sellers. This case involved a failed sale of an apartment complex. The Court offers valuable insights for property owners who plan to sell. In… Read More

Congratulations to our Best Lawyers in America® 2026!

BeresfordBooth | 8/20/2025
Beresford Booth is pleased to celebrate several of our lawyers for their selection among The Best Lawyers in America® for 2026: David C. Tingstad, Partner and Chair of the Business, Mergers and Acquisitions Group, has been selected for his fourth time in Corporate Governance Law and Corporate Law; William O. Kessler, Partner and Chair of… Read More

Congratulations to our 2025 Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars!

BeresfordBooth | 8/13/2025
Please join us in congratulating the Beresford Booth lawyers who were chosen as honorees for this year’s Super Lawyers® list. Super Lawyers® David C. Tingstad, Managing Partner and leader of the Business, Mergers and Acquisitions Group, selected for his work in Business/Corporations. William O. Kessler, Partner and leader of the Litigation Group, selected for his… Read More

The Rise of Grey Divorce – Key Considerations for Older Couples

Washington State Divorce & Family Law Lawyer Amanda N. Gamble | 8/11/2025
The term “grey divorce” is in reference to couples ending long-term (18+ years) marriages after age 50. These types of divorces have surged dramatically in recent years. In the U.S., divorces among individuals 50+ increased from only 8% in 1990 to nearly 40% by 2019. The recent data indicate the “grey divorce” is on the… Read More

Understanding Easements: Lessons for Contractors and Homeowners from Carter v. C&K Contracting

Washington State Real Estate Lawyer William O. Kessler | 8/11/2025
If you are a contractor building homes or a homeowner settling into a new property, you have likely heard the term “easement” before. But what does it mean, and how can it be modified? A recent Washington State Court of Appeals case, Carter v. C&K Contracting, Inc. (No. 40485-4-III), offers practical lessons about easements that can save… Read More