An innovative provider of sophisticated legal services in over 45 practice areas.

Weintraub Tobin’s Commercial Real Estate attorneys have played a critical role in the growth and development of the greater Sacramento Region and communities throughout the state, representing clients in many of the largest and most complex real estate transactions and related financing structures to date. Whether these matters have involved the birth of a project, early-stage development, asset management, financing or disposition, or active disputes in arbitration and before the state and federal courts, our attorneys excel in providing reasoned, tactful guidance to help achieve client goals and minimize risk throughout the process. Our clients include developers, investors, financial institutions, homebuilders, property managers, brokers, contractors, construction companies, public entities, and high-wealth individuals. Our real estate attorneys practice throughout California, assisting in matters involving a wide variety of industries and asset classes and ranging from small to multi-million dollar transactions.

Of the diverse collection of matters in which our real estate team provides legal services, we have extensive expertise in the following:

Construction Seminar Series – 2026 California Construction Law Update: What New Legislation Means for the Industry

Beginning January 1, 2026, a number of new and recently enacted California laws will take effect that will significantly impact the construction industry. These changes affect a wide range of issues, including payment practices, retention limits, contract administration, claims and change order procedures, and dispute resolution. Owners, developers, contractors, and…

  • When: Feb 5, 2026 03:30 pm PST – 05:30 pm PST
  • Where: 400 Capitol Mall, Floor 11, Sacramento, CA 95814

David Creeggan Presents on Commercial Real Estate Legal and Legislative Updates For NAIOP

On May 22nd, Weintraub shareholder David Creeggan spoke at a Legal and Legislative Update Luncheon, hosted by the National Association for Industrial and Office Parks (NAIOP.) He, along with two other guest speakers, discussed legal changes that are shaping the commercial real estate landscape and helped attendees get informed ahead…

  • When: May 22, 2025 11:00 am PDT – 01:00 pm PDT
  • Where: Milagro Event Center | 6241 Fair Oaks Blvd, Carmichael, CA 95608

California’s Commercial Tenant Protection Act (SB 1103): What Property Owners, Managers & Brokers Need to Know

California’s Commercial Tenant Protection Act (SB 1103) now provides commercial tenants who operate small businesses with new legal protections of which property owners, managers and brokers must be aware. Failure to comply with this new law can expose commercial property owners to liability or impact their ability to enforce leases.    Weintraub…

  • When: May 20, 2025 12:00 pm PDT – 01:00 pm PDT
  • Where: Webinar

Weintraub Tobin Elevates Dustin Amrein and Benjamin Lewis to Shareholder

Weintraub Tobin is pleased to announce that Dustin Amrein and Benjamin Lewis have been named shareholders in the law corporation.  Dustin Amrein is a shareholder in the Firm’s Construction and Litigation practice groups. He represents contractors, subcontractors, owners, and material suppliers in complex construction and real estate disputes. His practice includes assisting clients with matters involving mechanics liens, stop…

Jessica Robison Elected to BIA’s Associates Council Board

Weintraub Tobin is pleased to announce Jessica A. Robison, shareholder in the firm’s Litigation and Construction practice groups, has been elected to the Associates Council for the North State Building Industry Association (BIA). With over two decades of experience representing developers, owners, general contractors, design professionals, and subcontractors in complex…

Alison Geddes Joins Board of Directors for BOMA California

Weintraub Tobin is pleased to announce that Alison Geddes has been elected to the 2025 Board of Directors for Building Owners and Managers Association of California (BOMA California). Alison is a shareholder at Weintraub and member of the Firm’s Real Estate practice group. Her practice focuses on commercial leasing and…

Dave Creeggan Named 2024 ACRE Sacramento Board President

Weintraub Tobin is pleased to announce that David W. Creeggan has been elected President of the ACRE Sacramento 2024 Board of Directors. Dave is a Shareholder at Weintraub Tobin and member of the Firm’s Real Estate practice group, where he assists a wide range of clients, from family-owned businesses to…

Commercial Property Owners, Brokers and Property Managers Beware: California’s Commercial Tenant Protection Act Goes Into Effect January 1st!

by Alison E. Geddes
Real Estate Legal Updates

California law has long treated commercial and residential tenancies differently. Consumer protection-focused regulations enacted to protect residential tenants were legally considered inapplicable to business tenants which were considered to have a higher level of sophistication.  This is all about to change in California. As we prepare to usher in 2025,…

CRE Update: Pending Legislation Could Cause Significant Disruption to Commercial Real Estate Sector

by Alison E. Geddes
Real Estate Legal Updates

It is rare for the commercial real estate industry to be the target of legislative reform.  Even for a progressive state like California, real estate-focused initiatives tend to focus on promoting housing policies, residential tenant rights, and environmental protections.  This year, however, there are three pending bills which could significantly…

Highlights from the 2024 ULI Technical Advisory Panel’s Recommendations for Downtown Sacramento

by Mark E. Ellinghouse
Real Estate Legal Updates

The Downtown Sacramento Partnership (DSP) and the Urban Land Institute (ULI) recently convened a Technical Advisory Panel (TAP) of distinguished third-party analysts from around the country to analyze and recommend growth opportunities for downtown Sacramento. The TAP’s recommendations were made public this month. As a member of ULI Sacramento’s Executive…