Valence LLP

Valence LLP is a San Francisco Bay Area boutique law firm focused exclusively on commercial real estate transactions. The firm represents leading companies in the technology, life sciences, manufacturing, and retail sectors in commercial leasing and in negotiating contracts related to their use and occupancy of real estate. Valence also advises property owners, landlords, and investors in commercial leasing and in purchase and sale transactions.

Founded in 2012, Valence combines the sophistication of a large firm with the responsiveness and efficiency of a boutique practice. Most of its attorneys practiced at top national firms and bring the experience and judgment needed to navigate high-value, complex transactions. With deep real estate knowledge and a practical, business-focused approach, Valence is a trusted partner for both high-stakes and day-to-day commercial real estate matters.

While rooted in California, Valence also represents clients with operations across the U.S., serving as a single point of contact for national real estate matters. Over the past decade, the firm has negotiated commercial real estate transactions totaling over $3 billion dollars in value, covering more than 14 million square feet.

The firm is a certified women-owned business recognized by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council.

Commercial Leasing

Valence negotiates and closes hundreds of commercial leasing transactions each year, representing both tenants and landlords. The firm handles a wide range of lease types, including standard office leases, headquarters and campus leases, industrial and R&D leases, life sciences and laboratory leases, healthcare leases, and retail leases for anchor tenants and national retailers. Valence also regularly drafts and negotiates construction contracts and related commercial contracts in connection with commercial leasing transactions.

Purchase and Sale

Valence represents buyers and sellers in the purchase and sale of commercial real estate across a range of property types, including office buildings, industrial sites, shopping centers, and vacant land. The firm handles all aspects of these transactions, including negotiating purchase and sale agreements, advising on due diligence and financing structures, and managing the closing of the transaction.