Akerman Partner John Wood and Allison Nelson, Co‑Deputy Chair of the Real Estate Practice Group, will speak on “Negotiating Commercial Leases 2026,” presented by the Practicing Law Institute (PLI). As a long-standing co‑chair of this informative program, John will participate across multiple panels, offering practical insights, strategic guidance, and industry‑specific examples to elevate participants’ commercial leasing negotiations.

Allison will lead a focused segment titled “Stayin’ Alive – Top 10 Tips for Surviving and Thriving in Life Sciences,” offering a streamlined overview of the most critical considerations in life sciences leasing. Her session will cover underwriting and financing needs, the regulatory landscape, specialized build‑outs and building systems, access and safety protocols, impacts on tenant mix and utilities, as well as key indemnity and surrender provisions.