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LaVonne Octavia Torrence
also known as LaVonne Torrence Berner
About LaVonne
Biography
LaVonne’s career in commercial real estate began in 1999 and includes representing national and regional landlords, retailers and the government of the District of Columbia in a wide range of complex shopping center, mixed use, new development, street retail, office and transactions. LaVonne also routinely counsels multi-family and residential portfolio investors in transactional and operational matters.
Prior to founding Torrence Law Office, LLC, LaVonne was on the team of lease negotiators for an international retail development and management company and an attorney at a mid-size commercial real estate law firm. LaVonne has also litigated unlawful employment practices cases in state and federal court.
LaVonne is applauded by clients for providing clear, strategic, and cost-conscious advice and representation and for zeroing in on the details necessary to protect client interests and address client concerns while moving transactions as swiftly as possible. LaVonne’s industry knowledge and practical down to earth personality are highly valued by clients.
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 15 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 19 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Torrence Law Office, LLC
11140 Rockville Pike, Suite 400, Rockville, MD, 20852
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Posted by Louise | October 26, 2014 | Landlord & Tenant
Very knowledgeable,professional and informative
I contacted Lavonne regarding an issue I was having with my apartment. Lavonne took the time to listen to my concerns, asked some questions I had not thought about and recommended the course of action based on the information I shared with her. She explained to me the pros and cons as well as explain...
Posted by anonymous | October 30, 2012 | Landlord & Tenant
Landlord & Tenant
LaVonne is very knowledgeable about her field and provided an outstanding service for my L&T case. If you a very busy individual LaVonne would be the ideal attorney to work with since she offers a professional and an effective process to do everything online without ever going into the office in...
LaVonne Octavia Torrence's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly recommend Ms. Torrence. We worked together on opposite sides of a case but it was a good experience; because even though she zealously represented her client, she was very professional, thoughtful and knowledgeable in the law. She is a lawyer of integrity, and very pleasant and honest."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. She is experienced and knowledgeable."
Elton Norman
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
Preeminent 4.9 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Principal, Torrence Law Office, LLC
2006 - 2009
Associate, Hirschel Savitz Parker & Hollman
2002 - 2006
Real Estate Paralegal, The Mills Corporation
1999 - 2002
Real Estate Paralegal, Greenstein Delorme & Luchs
Associations
Maryland State Bar Association
Education
2005
Catholic University of America, School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
University of Maryland, College Park
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2015
TLO Residential L&T Newsletter
9 Habits of Highly Successful Landlords
Languages
English
Activity
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Can I throw away someone's property that has been in my home for almost 10 years since they won't come get it?
09 Jun 2013
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Must a commercial landlord include interest when returning a security deposit to his tenant at the end of the lease?
30 Jan 2013