News and Testimonials
Winter, 2011 News at Triangle Law Group
Triangle Law Group is busy with advising clients on short sale and foreclosure transactions. We are working with brokers and sellers to ensure that the transaction goes smoothly and that the seller's financial interests are being protected. We also are helping many real estate investors who purchase properties at a short sale or foreclosure with preparation of leases and other tenant documents. Having a well drafted lease can help protect your investment. Triangle Law Group is also helping brokers with the legal aspects of short sales since brokers cannot practice law without a license!
We will be teaming up with some local real estate brokers to present educational class on short sales and foreclosures. Details will be provided on our website soon.
We have a new look! Our advertising agency has designed new stationary and envelopes. The look is bright and creative, and colorful. New website design coming soon as well.
We have begun production on our quarterly newsletter. We hope to publish the newsletter in the Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter, and will be distributing this by email and regular mail. If you wish to subscribe to the electronic version of our newsletter, please contact Marissa Cox at marissa@trianglelawgroup.net.
Client appreciation event planning underway! Triangle Law Group will be holding a client appreciation event at our offices in Spring, 2011. The date is being determined and will be announced soon. We have already booked musical diva Shana Tucker, www.shanatucker.com, to provide musical entertainment at this event. Ms. Tucker's unique style, which she describes as "Chamber Soul" is sure to please everyone. She will be playing, among other things, selections from her debut CD entitled "Shine" which will be released later this year. You will not want to miss this incredibly talented singer-songwriter-cellist.
Below are a few of our recent accomplishments and new recent cases:
Helped real estate brokers respond to consumer complaints filed with the North Carolina Real Estate Commission
Counseled numerous clients on legal issues associated with short sales and foreclsoures on residential and commercial properties
Resolved a complicated litigation case involving trademark and contract issues related to an internet based business. Case involved internet gaming.
Represented a shopping center owner in Winston-Salem, North Carolina in a lien action against a former tenant
Resolved several major landlord tenant cases involving medical issues related to toxic mold, one against a major university in North Carolina
Negotiated several payment disputes for contractors
Resolved construction defect litigation matter for homeowner related to moisture intrusion
Represented North Carolina real estate brokers in disciplinary matters with the North Carolina Real Estate Commission
Helped many North Carolina residents start new businesses ranging from business consulting to construction management
Currently litigating several real estate construction defects, seeking to recover damages for misrepresentation, negligence, breach of contract, and unfair and deceptive trade practices
Resolved a complex contract dispute for a homeowner against two major banks for fraud and misrepresentation
As part of its commitment to community service, Triangle Law Group regularly speaks to the public on legal issues. If you would like us to present a class for your organization, please contact us.
Here is a list of our past speaking engagements:
7/18/2008: Laurie Gengo speaks at Construction Law seminar for Lorman Education
Triangle Law Group owner Laurie B. Gengo recently participated as a speaker at a seminar for Lorman Education. The seminar, entitled "Managing Construction Projects," was held on July 18, 2008 in Raleigh, North Carolina, and discussed issues of relevance to the construction industry such as scheduling, personnel matters, contracts, and dispute resolution. Ms. Gengo's presentation addressed practical tips for getting paid for work performed, as well as other legal issues of significance to construction professionals.
9/17/2008: North Carolina/Wake County Homebuilder's Association, Remodeler's Council
Laurie Gengo presented a class for the Remodeler's Council, which is a section of the North Carolina/Wake County Homebuilder's Association. The Remodeler's Council consists of a general contractors, subcontractors and suppliers who are involved in residential remodeling projects. The class was held at Habitat for Humanity in Raleigh, North Carolina on September 17, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. The title of Ms. Gengo's presentation was "How to Increase your Bottom Line" and addressedsteps that remodelers can take to ensure that they get paid for the work they perform.
9/15/2009: Sterling Education, Landlord Tenant Law Seminar
Laurie Gengo taught a class on landlord/tenant rights and the eviction process in North Carolina. Also discussed was new legislation in North Carolina impacting on the leasing of real property.
5/11/2010: Sterling Education, Landlord Tenant Law Seminar
Laurie Gengo spoke on recent developments in landlord tenant law, mold issues, and the eviction process. Other topics addressed were new laws on leasing real property and legislation impacting leases on foreclosed properties.
2/17/11: Sterling Education, Landlord Tenat Law Seminar
Laurie Gengo presented a class on recent developments in landlord tenant law in North Carolina and the eviction process. Additionally, strategies and tools for collecting past due rent were discussed.
Future Speaking Engagements
4/7/11: North Carolina Association of Women in Construction
Laurie Gengo will preswent a practical class on collections in North Carolina. Topics will include lien and bond claims and filing lawsuits to collect monies owed
In Process: Laurie Gengo, who is also a real estate broker, is currently preparing a class for North Carolina real estate brokers on legal issues associated with handling short sales. More news and details to follow soon!
Laura Page is currently planning a business seminar with Scott Cohen, CPA, of Hanson & Cohen. Attendees will learn about legal and tax issues relevant to starting their own business. Date to be announced soon.
