Real Estate Law and Construction Law

Conservation easements are a common tool for protecting agricultural land, open space, wildlife habitat, and other natural resources throughout California. While frequently associated with conservation efforts, conservation easements are fundamentally a property-rights mechanism that allows landowners to limit future development while retaining ownership of their land.

When a hurricane warning is issued and your HOA faces immediate damage requiring emergency repairs, can your board legally authorize unbudgeted expenditures without a full meeting? This analysis examines the legal framework governing emergency authority for North Carolina community association boards, exploring how boards can act decisively during crises while maintaining proper documentation and fiduciary compliance.

Courtney A. Simmons of Davis Malm shares her perspective on the future of commercial real estate, highlighting adaptive reuse and sustainability as transformative strategies. She explores how emerging technologies can revitalize older industrial and commercial buildings to meet modern demands.