Daniel B. Myers - Oakland, CA
Daniel B. Myers is a seasoned real estate director and Vice Chair of Fennemore's Real Estate practice group in Oakland, California, providing over twenty-five years of sophisticated counsel in commercial leasing, property acquisitions, and land use development across the western United States.
Premier Commercial Real Estate Counsel in Oakland, California
When navigating high-stakes property transactions, securing seasoned legal representation is vital to safeguarding long-term asset value and mitigating contractual risks. Daniel B. Myers serves as a Director and the Vice Chair of the Real Estate practice group at Fennemore, situated at 1111 Broadway in downtown Oakland. With more than twenty-five years of hands-on experience, he delivers practical and strategic counsel to developers, institutional landlords, regional tenants, and corporate property owners throughout California and the greater American West. Whether you need to hire a commercial real estate lawyer for multimillion-dollar portfolio acquisitions or resolve intricate lease compliance issues, his depth of industry knowledge ensures swift and favorable outcomes.
Comprehensive Real Estate and Commercial Contract Services
Real estate ventures demand meticulous contract negotiation and comprehensive regulatory oversight. As one of the Bay Area's leading commercial real estate lawyers, Daniel B. Myers guides clients through every phase of property transactions, including:
- Commercial leasing: Drafting, structuring, and negotiating retail, industrial, warehouse, and Class-A office leases for national corporations, financial institutions, and emerging local enterprises.
- Acquisitions and dispositions: Managing comprehensive title examination, environmental review, purchase agreements, and escrow closings for vacant parcels, retail centers, and industrial facilities.
- Land use and entitlements: Assisting property developers in obtaining city approvals, variances, zoning compliance, and environmental review clearances.
- Contract review and financing: Crafting robust commercial agreements, construction loans, subordination agreements, and intercreditor instruments as trusted contract lawyers.
- Food and beverage real estate: Structuring specialized leases for restaurants, craft breweries, and food manufacturing facilities with complex tenant improvement requirements.
Strategic Guidance for Landlords, Tenants, and Investors
Commercial lease agreements represent substantial financial commitments where ambiguous phrasing can lead to costly operational disputes. Attorney Daniel B. Myers regularly advises landlords and business tenants on essential transactional tools, including estoppel certificates, subordination, non-disturbance and attornment agreements, and tenant improvement allowances. In situations where an existing tenant faces insolvency or seeks lease assignments, he delivers proactive legal analysis under California commercial leasing standards. Businesses looking to find a commercial real estate attorney rely on his tactical precision to protect ongoing cash flows and preserve equity.
Proven Track Record and Institutional Strength
Daniel B. Myers graduated summa cum laude from Santa Clara University School of Law after earning his undergraduate degree with distinction from the University of California, Berkeley. Backed by Fennemore's expansive platform established in 1885, he combines the individualized attention of an Oakland-based practitioner with the cross-disciplinary power of an Am Law 200 firm. Clients seeking business and real estate lawyers gain direct access to sophisticated contract drafting, regulatory due diligence, and risk mitigation strategies tailored specifically to Northern California's demanding property market.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the heart of the Oakland City Center district, directly above major regional transit and business hubs.
Building Location
This is a premier 24-story LEED Gold-certified Class A office tower known as the APL Building or 1111 Broadway, situated directly above the 12th Street BART station, near local favorites like Highwire Coffee Roasters and Golden Lotus Vegetarian.
Parking Details
Convenient covered public parking is available adjacent to the building at the City Center Parking Garage, as well as the East Bay Municipal Utility District Parking Garage.
Public Transit
Served by San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District Red, Orange, and Yellow Lines (Bay Area); nearest stop is at 12th St. Oakland City Center Station.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the main ground-floor lobby of 1111 Broadway, check in with the lobby attendant or security desk, and take the passenger elevators up to the 24th floor to access the offices of Fennemore Wendel.