Business Details
31 Years
experience
Trusted Business & Real Estate Law Attorney in Oakland, CA
Patrick D Zimski has provided practical, cost-effective legal representation since 1995. With over 40 years of legal experience, including work as a Deputy Prosecutor in Arizona and as counsel for corporations, our firm specializes in business transactions and real estate law. We serve clients across California's East Bay, South Bay, and greater San Francisco Bay Area, offering tailored guidance for business formation, real estate development, and contract negotiations. Our attorney leverages deep expertise in corporate law, land use, and construction matters to help clients make informed decisions.We prioritize clear communication and practical solutions, focusing exclusively on transactional work rather than litigation. Clients benefit from our hands-on approach to entity selection, liability protection, and risk management. Our practice supports businesses, developers, and professionals navigating complex legal frameworks. With federal court admissions in Arizona and California, we provide geographically flexible representation. Schedule a free 30-minute consultation to discuss your specific needs.
Services
Business Formation
Real Estate Transactions
Commercial Leases
Construction Contracts
Land Use Planning
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of legal experience in business and real estate law
- Our attorney is licensed in both Arizona and California federal courts
- We focus on practical, cost-effective transactional legal solutions
- We serve clients across the entire San Francisco Bay Area
- We provide free 30-minute consultations for all prospective clients
Services
Business Formation
We help clients select and establish the optimal business structure including LLCs, S-Corporations, and partnerships. Our services cover liability protection strategies, ownership transfer planning, and ongoing compliance requirements. Clients receive comprehensive guidance from initial entity selection through post-formation operations.
Real Estate Transactions
Our firm represents buyers and sellers in commercial real estate transactions. We handle purchase agreements, title investigations, zoning compliance, and closing documentation. Services include risk assessment for property ownership and assistance with lender requirements for real estate acquisitions.
Commercial Leases
We draft and negotiate commercial lease agreements for landlords and tenants. Our representation includes terms negotiation, liability provisions, and compliance with local regulations. We also handle lease renewals, amendments, and termination agreements for office, retail, and industrial properties.
Construction Contracts
We assist construction professionals with contract drafting and review. Our services cover general contractor agreements, subcontractor arrangements, and insurance requirements. We provide legal guidance on liability management and dispute prevention for construction projects.
Land Use Planning
We advise clients on land development regulations and zoning compliance. Our services include assistance with entitlement applications, subdivision approvals, and construction financing arrangements. We help navigate local government requirements for commercial development projects.
People
Patrick D. Zimski
Attorney at Law
Licensed since 1982, Patrick has 40+ years of legal experience including Arizona prosecution work and California corporate law practice. He founded his firm in 1995 to provide practical business and real estate legal solutions to Bay Area clients.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We focus on business transactions and real estate law, including entity formation, commercial leases, property transactions, and construction contracts.
Do you handle litigation matters?
No, our practice concentrates exclusively on transactional work. We do not represent clients in court cases or disputes.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We serve clients throughout California's East Bay, South Bay, and greater San Francisco Bay Area, including Oakland, Berkeley, and San Jose.
Can you help with business entity selection?
Yes, we provide comprehensive guidance on choosing between LLCs, S-Corporations, partnerships, and other structures based on your specific business needs.
Do you offer initial consultations?
We provide free 30-minute consultations to discuss your legal needs and determine how we can best assist with your business or real estate matters.
Are your legal fees competitive?
Our rates reflect the attorney's extensive experience while maintaining cost-effectiveness for our clients' business and real estate legal needs.
