- Areas of Expertise
- Real Estate Disputes
PKEC represents contractors, developers, and real estate stakeholders in disputes that arise at the intersection of construction and property interests. Real estate disputes often involve overlapping issues related to project delivery, contractual obligations, title or access concerns, and post-completion liabilities. We approach these matters with an understanding of how construction activities, financing structures, and ownership interests interact, particularly on complex developments throughout California.
Our work includes resolving disputes involving purchase and sale agreements, easements, development rights, and claims tied to construction performance or defects that impact property value and use. By integrating construction-focused analysis with broader real estate considerations, PKEC develops strategies that align with both legal and commercial objectives. Whether disputes emerge during development or after project completion, we provide disciplined, practical guidance tailored to the needs of sophisticated participants in California’s real estate and construction markets.
Our Services
PKEC represents clients in easement and disputes, including access issues, boundary disputes, disputes over alleged prescriptive easements, easements by implication and equitable easements. PKEC’s lawyers have tried easement cases to judges and juries.
PKEC represents clients in appraisal proceedings that trigger rent resets in long ground leases. PKEC has represented parties involved in such leases in multiple appraisal proceedings, including matters in and around the Golden Triangle of Beverly Hills.
PKEC has experience providing guidance to property owners in resolving boundary disputes between neighbors through negotiation, mediation, or litigation—ensuring a clear and enforceable outcome for all parties involved.
Real estate transactions are governed by complex contracts, and breaches can result in significant financial and legal consequences. PKEC attorneys have successfully handled such disputes involving buyers, sellers, and occasionally brokers.
We represent commercial landlords tenants in disputes over lease agreements.
Conflicts often arise during the development phase, including delays, contract breaches, or disagreements over project scope. With our experience in both construction law and real estate, we guide clients through such disputes.
If you're dealing with construction claims on a public sector project, PKEC is ready to assist.
Contact us today to discuss how we can assist with your real estate dispute.