At St. Johns Law Group, our real estate attorneys provide trusted legal guidance for clients involved in residential and commercial leasing throughout St. Augustine and Northeast Florida. Whether you are a landlord, tenant, property owner, or investor, we offer comprehensive legal services tailored to your leasing needs.
10+ Attorneys with 250+ Years of Combined Experience
With deep experience in both transactional leasing and landlord-tenant disputes, our attorneys are equipped to protect your rights and ensure your lease agreements are legally sound, enforceable, and in full compliance with Florida law.
We represent clients on both sides of leasing transactions and disputes. Our services include:
We prepare and negotiate residential and commercial leases that clearly define rights, responsibilities, and remedies. Common lease types include:
Residential leases (long-term and short-term)
Commercial leases (office, retail, warehouse, and mixed-use)
Ground leases and land use arrangements
Triple net (NNN) and modified gross leases
Lease renewals, extensions, and options
Whether you are a landlord or tenant, we review proposed leases to ensure fair terms, risk protection, and legal compliance. We highlight problematic provisions, recommend revisions, and explain your obligations.
When lease agreements break down, we help clients resolve:
Lease termination disputes
Breach of lease and eviction proceedings
Non-payment of rent and damages
Property condition and maintenance issues
Security deposit claims
Holdover tenants and unlawful detainer actions
We aim to resolve disputes efficiently, with minimal disruption and cost, and we offer both pre-litigation negotiation and formal legal representation in court.
Standard lease templates rarely address the specific risks or complexities of your situation. Poorly written leases often result in misunderstandings, unenforceable clauses, or disputes that could have been prevented. Engaging a real estate leasing attorney ensures:
The lease is enforceable under Florida law
Your financial and legal interests are protected
All local zoning, code, or HOA rules are followed
Tenant use is aligned with property type or business goals
Your remedies and rights are clearly preserved in the event of breach
For landlords, this helps reduce vacancy, preserve property value, and streamline tenant relations. For tenants, it prevents surprises and helps negotiate favorable terms.
We serve a broad range of clients in leasing transactions and disputes, including:
Residential landlords and property managers
Commercial landlords and business owners
Retail tenants and franchisees
Professional service firms and medical offices
Institutional property owners and developers
Vacation rental owners and investors
Tenants negotiating lease terms or renewals
Whether you are leasing one unit or managing a portfolio of properties, we offer scalable legal services to fit your needs.
Our real estate leasing attorneys serve clients across:
St. Johns County: St. Augustine, St. Augustine Beach, Nocatee, Ponte Vedra, Vilano Beach, World Golf Village, Silverleaf, Beachwalk, Julington Creek, Crescent Beach
Flagler County: Palm Coast, Flagler Beach
Duval County: Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach, San Marco, Southside
Clay County: Green Cove Springs, Fleming Island, Middleburg
Putnam County: Palatka, East Palatka, Crescent City
Southern Georgia (select commercial matters): St. Marys, Kingsland
Our attorneys are familiar with the nuances of local zoning, HOA rules, and permitting concerns that impact leasing arrangements.
If you are entering into, disputing, or renewing a lease agreement, speak with an experienced real estate leasing attorney in St. Augustine. At St. Johns Law Group, we provide prompt, professional, and practical legal solutions that support your leasing goals and protect your investment.