Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

Is this practicing law?

I'm not sure about the category, but I think criminal is closest, if applicable.

I am a commercial real estate broker in Florida. I want to start a consulting firm for the purpose of reviewing existing leases, negotiating new leases, and helping tenants formulate escape strategies within and without their leases. My question: since I am a licensed RE Broker, am I practicing law without a license, or within my rights as a broker? If I am ''over the line,'' will having a lawyer as a partner eliminate the issue?


Asked on 7/30/08, 6:07 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Valerie Masters Valerie Masters, P.A.

Re: Is this practicing law?

Yes it sounds like practicing law to me but you can check with the Florida Bar. Lawyers who are practicing can't go into business with non lawyers.

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Answered on 7/30/08, 7:47 pm


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