$ 300-400 per hour
Jason Walter Klawitter
About Jason
Biography
My legal practice is focused on commercial real estate and business law. In real estate, I handle commercial leasing, purchase and sale, development, financing, title issues, development work, litigation and dispute resolution. In business law, I primarily deal with the "business of real estate," but I also handle general corporate formations, drafting of contracts and litigation related to business disputes. I represent a wide variety of clients, ranging from individual investors and small businesses to publicly traded corporations and REITS.
My philosophy is to offer top notch "big firm" knowledge, quality and expertise but via a specialized "boutique firm" environment which highly values the client. This allows me to really interact with my clients, understand their needs and provide efficient and appropriate legal advice and solutions. I strive to "partner" with my clients to be a creative and practical problem-solver, rather than a road block or deal breaker. Many attorneys are traditionally focused exclusively on litigation or contractual work; however, as I have experience in both, I provide a unique legal perspective and resources to my clients.
When I'm not working, you'll probably find me enjoying time with my family, hiking, cycling, or racing sailboats on the San Francisco Bay!
For more information, please contact me, or visit my website. Thank you for visiting my Avvo site.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Real Estate
80%
31 years
Business
20%
31 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 30 years
State: California
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Klawitter Law Offices
PO Box 10338, San Jose, CA, 95157
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Posted by Tammy | June 26, 2014 | Real Estate
Real Estate
I needed some legal advice on real estate estate proplem and Jason was amazing. I was so Impressed, he was knowledgeable. It turns out I didn't really need to hire a lawyer. If I ever need A lawyer in the future I would definite call him and would Definitely recommend him to friends and famil...
Posted by Moose | June 27, 2012
Very knowledgeable in his field
He is very knowledgeable in his field and willing to give you his expert advice. He is very familiar in all the different angles of his practice. I would hire him without hesitation.
Posted by Jeff Go | April 19, 2012 | Real Estate
EXCELLENT LAWYER! Responsive with a good heart and excellent credentials!!
I had an issue with a real estate property that went sour. I called Jason based on recommendations and he was very understanding, and responsive to my needs. We met that afternoon and outlined a plan of action and he immediately contacted the other attorney to discuss my case. BUT more than all of th...
Posted by Mark | June 05, 2011 | Real Estate
Highly Recommended
Jason is knowledgeable, resourceful, yet very easy to talk to. He grasps the situation quickly and gets to the point. Jason has given me good advice. I had good experience with Jason Walter Klawitter in real estate legal matters and would recommend him to others in need of similar services.
Posted by julian | October 13, 2009 | Real Estate
I highly recommend Mr. Klawitter as an real estate attorney
I highly recommend Mr. Klawitter because he responsed my case so quickly with gentle manner and has plentiful knowledge of real estate, business law and even economics and most of all, he understand potential client's situation deeply and gave the client an honest advice which helped met to have righ...
Jason Walter Klawitter's Lawyer Endorsements
"In our dealings, I've always been impressed with how pro-active and conscientious he is. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Jason for a number of years now, and he is a very trustworthy person. He is experienced in both real estate and trial. I recommend Jason without hesitation."
"I have worked with Jason in several mediations and each time found him to be a very diligent, capable and competent advocate for his clients."
Mark Strombotne
Mediation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Avvo 10.0 "Superb" (highest rating), Avvo.com
2016
Avvo 10.0 "Superb" (highest rating), Avvo.com
2015
Avvo 10.0 "Superb" (highest rating), Avvo.com
2015
20th Anniversary of Bar Admission, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Attorney, Klawitter Law Offices
2012 - 2013
Of Counsel, Silicon Valley Law Group, A Law Corporation
2003 - 2012
Attorney, Law Offices of Jason W. Klawitter
2000 - 2002
Attorney, Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis LLP
1998 - 2000
Attorney, Hoge, Fenton, Jones & Appel, Inc.
1995 - 1998
Attorney, Reynolds Price Casas & Riley, LLP
Associations
2012 - Present
State Bar of California, Real Property Law Section, Commercial Leasing SubsectionCo-Chair
2006 - Present
Santa Clara County Bar Association, Real Property SectionBoard Member, Executive Committee
2003 - Present
Santa Clara County Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm Practitioners SectionMember
2003 - Present
Campbell Chamber of CommerceMember
2003 - Present
San Jose/Silicon Valley Chamber of CommerceMember
1995 - Present
Santa Clara County Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
1995 - Present
Santa Clara County Bar Association, Real Property SectionMember
Building Owners and Managers Association
Member
National Association of Industrial and Office Properties
Member
Urban Land Institute
Member
American Bar Association
Member
2012 - 2014
Santa Clara County Bar AssociationTrustee
2008 - 2012
Santa Clara County Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm Practitioners SectionBoard Member, Executive Committee
2008 - 2012
Santa Clara County Bar Association, Real Property SectionChairman, Executive Committee
1999 - 2000
Santa Clara County Bar Association, Barristers CommitteeChairman
1997 - 2000
Santa Clara County Bar Association, Barristers CommitteeBoard Member
1996 - 2000
Santa Clara County Bar Association, Barristers CommitteeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Blankenhorn v. IDRC, et al.
Complete Defense Verdict (after 8 Day Bench Trial)
Landlord "A" v. Tenant "S"
Settled at Mediation
Investor "S" v. Managing Member "P"
Favorable Settlement at Mediation
Landmark v. Tran, Vuong, et al.
Obtained favorable pre-trial settlement
Blueline Floor Coverings, Inc. v. Nunley
Defendant paid obligation in full; case dismissed
Colet v. Park, et al.
Obtained favorable pre-trial settlement for client
Commercial Leasing
Commercial Purchase and Sale
Education
2013
Pepperdine University School of Law
Mediation Certificate
1994
Santa Clara University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
Claremont McKenna College
BA - Bachelor of Arts, cum laude
Speaking Engagements
2014
Peninsula Investment Forum
Commercial Leasing
2013
State Bar Annual Conference
The New Normal in Commercial Leasing
2012
Peninsula Investment Forum
Commercial Leasing
2012
4th Annual Real Property Law Symposium
Commercial Leasing
2012
4th Annual Real Property Law Symposium
Commercial Purchase and Sale
2011
3rd Annual Real Estate Symposium
Commercial Leasing
2011
3rd Annual Real Estate Symposium
Commercial Purchase Agreements
2010
2nd Annual Real Estate Symposium
Selected Topics in Commercial Leasing
2010
2nd Annual Real Estate Symposium
Commercial Purchase & Sale Agreements
2009
Grubb & Ellis - Regional Office Sales Conference
Bankruptcy Issues in Commercial Leasing
2009
1st Annual Real Estate Symposium
Introduction to Commercial Leasing
2006
San Jose Silicon Valley Chamber of Commerce/BRN
2006 California Real Estate & Business Law Update
2006
Campbell Chamber of Commerce
2006 - New Laws Affecting California Businesses
2005
San Jose Silicon Valley Chamber of Commerce/BRN
2005 California Real Estate & Business Law Update
Publications
2009
SCCBA Real Property Section Newsletter
Buyers Beware: Contingency Provisions in a Purchase Contract May Create an Unenforceable Option Agreement
2007
SCCBA Real Property Section Newsletter
Commercial Leasing: When is an Option to Extend Truly an Option?
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
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