Episode 11: Navigating Purchase Agreements


In this Behind the Building episode, Emilee Collins, CCIM sits down with Lindsey Abboushi, Associate Attorney, to break down the legal foundations of commercial lease agreements—and what landlords, tenants, and brokers should be paying close attention to in 2026.

With a practice focused on commercial real estate and purchase agreement drafting, Lindsey brings a practical legal perspective shaped by her advocacy background and diverse professional experiences. From her early work in the Community Law Clinic to international public interest experience in London, she approaches commercial real estate law with both precision and perspective.

Lindsey shares how well-drafted purchase agreements protect both buyers and sellers, reduce disputes, and set transactions up for success—while highlighting common issues she sees when agreements are rushed or misunderstood.

 

Guest: Lindsey Abboushi — Associate Attorney, Brownlee Whitlow & Praet, PLLC

  • Commercial real estate and purchase agreement drafting attorney in North Carolina
  • JD and Advocacy Certificate (Honors), Loyola University Chicago School of Law
  • Experience in purchase agreements, commercial leases, landlord collections, and commercial collections
  • Member, North Carolina Bar Association and 10th Judicial District Bar

What you’ll learn:

  • The core components of strong commercial lease agreements
  • Common lease pitfalls that create risk for landlords and tenants
  • How legal clarity supports smoother negotiations and fewer disputes
  • Why understanding lease language matters more than ever in today’s CRE market

Key takeaways:

  • Strong purchase agreements create a smoother path to closing
  • Legal precision upfront saves time, money, and potential conflict
  • Collaboration between attorney, broker, and client is essential
  • A proactive legal approach strengthens every commercial real estate deal

Guest Links

Lindsey Abboushi

Lindsey Abboushi on LinkedIn

Brownlee Whitlow & Praet, PLLC

Brownlee Whitlow & Praet, PLLC on LinkedIn

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