Certificates of title in commercial property – a practical guide

Certificates of title have become a standard feature of modern commercial property transactions, whether acting for lenders, investors, buyers or corporate occupiers. Yet many practitioners are asked to draft, review or rely on certificates without fully understanding the scope of the assurances being given or the potential risks involved.

This practical webinar provides a clear overview of commercial property certificates of title, explaining their purpose, key provisions and how they differ from a traditional report on title. Using the industry-standard CLLS form as a framework, the session will highlight common pitfalls and the issues practitioners should consider before signing, negotiating or relying upon a certificate.

Topics covered include:

• An overview of the CLLS certificate;
• How the certificate differs from a report on title;
• The points to watch out for when drafting the certificate;
• The points to look out for when reviewing the certificate.