Negotiated and closed numerous real estate transactions for a variety of clients, including corporations, partnerships and individuals, involving commercial, industrial, agricultural and residential real estate.
Negotiated and prepared office, manufacturing, warehouse, call center, retail and other types of commercial and industrial leases for clients ranging from publicly traded companies to closely held businesses of all sizes.
Negotiated and drafted various construction agreements on behalf of owners, design professionals, contractors, subcontractors and material suppliers.
Coordinated the development of real estate for residential, commercial and industrial purposes from the initial performance of due diligence in connection with the acquisition of raw land, including environmental and archeological due diligence, the subsequent acquisition of raw land, obtaining economic incentives, zoning changes or variances, subdivision approvals and other necessary developmental approvals from governmental authorities, negotiating the loan, design professional and construction agreements, and reviewing lien waivers and construction affidavits in connection with the construction progress.
Represented numerous developers and school districts throughout southern Illinois with respect to the establishment of tax increment financing districts by municipalities.
Legal Services
Education
- Washington University in St. Louis
JD 1984
- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
MBA 1981
BS in Accounting 1980
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