Alex Finch
PARTNER
Alex Finch joined Milgrom Daskam & Ellis as a Partner in May 2023. His practice focuses on corporate law, commercial real estate development, and leasing. He regularly advises real estate developers, landlords, and tenants in commercial transactions involving the purchase, sale, lease, and financing of office buildings, shopping centers, industrial buildings, and undeveloped/raw land.
Alex began his career as an environmental consultant where he gained extensive knowledge of land management and conservation issues. Later, he transitioned into private practice as an oil and gas attorney, where he advised exploration and production companies on matters such as project land ownership, title issues, and title curative actions. Having established a strong background in mineral title, Alex expanded his expertise into commercial real estate and corporate law at two Colorado law firms.
Alex holds a B.A. in political science from the University of Michigan and earned his J.D. from the University of Colorado. He is licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado. Beyond the legal sphere, Alex finds joy in woodwork, running, and embarking on camping adventures with his wife Leah and their two kids.
FOCUS AREAS
Commercial Real Estate Development & Leasing
Corporate Law
Real Estate Financing
Articles
Owning a small retail property is often more “hands-on” than many landlords anticipate. When leasing to first-time business owners, you are not just a landlord;
It is simple to sign a lease and stuff it away to (hopefully) never be seen again. It is decidedly less simple to make sure the document protects your business’ interest (and where you are signing a personal guaranty, as is often the case, your personal interests too).
Tenants often need to provide some financial assurance, commonly known as security, to ensure they fulfill their obligations under a commercial lease. Two widely used forms of security are the cash security deposit and the standby letter of credit.
