Commercial Lease Reviews in Las Vegas: What Landlords and Tenants Must Watch For

Commercial leases are complex, high-stakes legal agreements that can shape the financial future of both landlords and tenants for years. In Las Vegas, where commercial real estate moves quickly and property values fluctuate, signing a lease without legal review is one of the most common — and costly — mistakes business owners and property owners make.

Unlike residential leases, commercial leases in Nevada are largely negotiable. That flexibility benefits experienced parties but exposes unrepresented landlords and tenants to significant risk.

This guide explains why commercial lease review matters, what provisions deserve special attention, and how My Real Estate Lawyer helps clients avoid disputes before they start.

Why Commercial Lease Reviews Matter

Commercial leases often span 3, 5, or even 10+ years. A single unfavorable clause can:

• Lock a tenant into unaffordable rent increases
• Shift major repair costs unexpectedly
• Limit a landlord’s ability to enforce defaults
• Create exposure to litigation

A proper lease review identifies legal, financial, and operational risks before execution — when changes are still possible.

Key Lease Provisions That Require Legal Review

Rent Structure and Escalations
Base rent, percentage rent, CAM charges, and escalation clauses must be clearly defined. Ambiguity favors disputes.

Maintenance and Repair Obligations
Who pays for HVAC, roof, plumbing, or structural repairs? Many disputes arise from poorly drafted responsibility clauses.

Use and Exclusivity Clauses
Tenants must ensure permitted use language supports their business. Landlords must avoid overbroad exclusivity promises.

Default and Remedies
Notice requirements, cure periods, and eviction rights must comply with Nevada law and commercial standards.

Assignment and Subleasing
Landlords want control. Tenants want flexibility. These clauses must be carefully balanced.

Landlord vs Tenant Considerations

Landlords prioritize income stability, enforcement leverage, and asset protection.
Tenants prioritize predictability, operational flexibility, and exit options.

Because My Real Estate Lawyer represents both landlords and tenants, lease reviews are practical, not theoretical.

Why Involving a Lawyer Before Signing Saves Money

Most lease disputes cost far more to fix than to prevent. Early legal review reduces litigation risk, strengthens enforceability, and improves negotiation leverage.