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Advanced Real Estate Transaction Case Study Seminar
Mr. Robert Fishman,
2 credits day; 2 credits evening.
This course will expose students to the world of real estate law by following a single complex
Massachusetts real estate transaction from beginning to end, specifically the development of a
campus for a senior continuing care retirement community and an associated private school,
looking at key documents from the perspective of each of the various parties involved, as well as
examining some public law issues involved. At the same time, attention will be paid to aspects of
various legal skills required to effectuate the transaction, including counseling, negotiation,
drafting (both dispositive and explanatory), advocacy, litigation, strategic thinking, and careful
organization. The objective will be to provide students with an example of the real life
application of some of the basic property law concepts they learned in the first or second year,
and also help them to develop some of their practical legal skills. NOTE: For students who have
already taken the basic course in property given by Professors Baker and Fishman, this course
will analyze some of the same materials; however, this course also will address such other topics
as drafting and negotiation of purchase and sale agreements, loan documents and closings,
leasing, and more materials on zoning and permitting. This smaller class will also allow for a
more in-depth analysis of all materials and more class participation through drafting and
negotiation exercises. Class is limited to 20 students. The class grade will be based upon a
combination of class assignments and exercises during the semester, including such skills as
drafting and negotiation, as well as a short final examination at the end.
Enrollment is limited: 20
Elective Course
Final Exam Required