Introduction to Environmental Real Estate Transactions
1h 2m
Created on April 24, 2017
Beginner
$89
Overview
Due diligence can be crucial when undertaking any significant real estate transaction. This program, presented by Karl Heisler, a partner with Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP, will cover environmental liabilities, transactional defenses arising out of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act, the "all appropriate inquiries" standard; structuring transactions, and some practical tips for purchasers,
Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to mitigate or eliminate environmental liability associated with a transaction by investigating the asset prior to purchase, sale, or financing
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Establish that all reasonable care has been taken for purposes of other defenses
- Identify and quantify environmental risks associated with a transaction such that the price can be adjusted accordingly
- Determine whether to proceed with a
transaction, and, if so, on what basis - Understand both the standardized approach to assessing historic, current, and future risks of a property before transaction, as well as why there is no "one size fits all" due diligence checklist
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Assess whether and to what extent representations, warranties, indemnities, environmental insurance, or other protections should be pursued
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