New regulatory requirements mean new frameworks for legal services.
And the need for nimble, solo practitioners with specific experience.
Strategic guidance. Fewer headaches. Controlled costs.
We assess each client’s needs on a case by case basis, and can provide a variety of services. For compliance with building performance and emissions standards, we generally offer at least the below three service offerings, which meet many clients’ preliminary needs for support. We provide representative pricing below, so visitors can get a sense of costs and assess their budget - contact us to discuss your specific situation.
These are just examples, we provide many other services, and can also support clients with flat rate or traditional hourly fee structures, for a variety of climate issues. Contact us to discuss.
Some options for how to work with us:
Lease Audit and Redline
“I need to update my lease, but I’m not sure how…”
Where to start: Lease Audit
For owners with an existing lease (or template) who want to know their potential exposure and options, before committing to a redline review.
Most commercial leases were written before building performance standards even existed. This is the fastest, lowest-cost way to find out where your lease stands - as compared to diving straight into a Redline Review. We review your lease against the provisions that are generally at issue for compliance with Washington’s Clean Buildings Performance Standard and deliver:
A short memo summarizing what we found
A one-page issue chart: key clauses, the potential risks they create, other aspects to consider, and priority / urgency
We do not redline the lease at this stage - this is a diagnostic review, not a rewrite. If you decide to move forward with a Redline Review, it will build on this diagnostic assessment. Portfolio / template pricing available.
$1,500 - $2,500 per lease
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Building on the Audit: Redline Review
For owners ready to update their lease or template. Includes a gap analysis with a prioritized action list and redline provisions ready for negotiation. Following on the aspects outlined in the Lease Audit, services include redline review and drafting of provisions that require updating. Portfolio / template pricing available.
$3,000 - $9,500 per lease, after audit completed
How it works:
Working with a lawyer can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Here’s a breakdown of how our process generally works.
Provide a few pieces of information regarding your building. A short email or form - no lease, no confidential documents, yet.
We check for conflicts. Quick and protects both of us.
We review this information and send a flat rate engagement letter with important details. You know the terms, scope, and cost before work begins.
A few important notes:
While we often work with owners, we also work with larger tenants looking to update their lease templates or space requirements, or bespoke tenants with specific requirements in high-performing buildings.
We have to assess each client’s needs on a case-by-case basis. Every building, tenant, and situation is different. For most clients, we generally offer the service tiers below, which meet most clients’ needs. We also provide representative pricing so visitors can get a sense of costs and assess their budget. These are examples only - contact us to discuss your specific situation and needs. We also provide many other services and can support clients with flat-rate or traditional hourly fee structures for a variety of climate-related issues.
Note: the rules regarding building performance and emissions standards are changing quickly. For buildings in the City of Seattle, the City’s Building Emissions Performance Standard (BEPS) is still being finalized. Where a lease touches BEPS-related issues, we may flag them as items to prepare for, and update our guidance as the rules are finalized.
Compliance Triage Package
“I got a compliance letter, what now? I need to know my options and costs…”
$2,500 - $4,500
For building owners who just received a compliance letter and don’t know what to do next - reduce headaches and let us do the work. Deliverable of a written memo including (1) whether the building or portfolio is in scope, (2) applicable deadline(s), (3) whether any exemption(s) apply and how to proceed, (4) recommended next steps. Portfolio pricing also available.
“I need ongoing support as questions come up…”
$1,500 - $3,000 per month
You’ve got questions - we’ve got support. Subscriptions are available for property managers or portfolio owners with multiple buildings and ongoing questions. Consider us your fractional, outside counsel, but with the ability to control costs. Pricing includes an agreed number of hours per month (approx. 5 - 7), and includes standing check-ins, and priority response time.
The Subscription Retainer
Let’s Work Together
If you are interested in working with us, complete the form with a few details about your needs. Or, just email us:
Contact Us
Email
nicole@climate-alignedlaw.com
Phone
(206) 450-0887
Location
4701 SW Admiral Way #70
Seattle, WA 98116 (mail only)