Taking a real estate project from its conception through completion involves close cooperation among property owners/developers, commercial lenders, engineers, architects, and contractors, as well as among the municipalities and neighbors where the project is based. Each participant's role must be defined and questions must be answered along the way. The attorneys in the Real Estate and Commercial Lending Group at Sheehan Phinney have earned a solid reputation for their ability to bring these groups together by offering practical solutions to complex real estate and lending problems.
We are results-driven and, as such, have represented owners and developers involved in sophisticated development projects in site selection, zoning and planning issues, obtaining and securing acquisition financing, negotiating leases or contracts, and condominium issues. When necessary, we draw upon the expertise of the firm's other practice areas including our colleagues in the Environmental and Energy, Governmental Affairs, Mergers and Acquisitions, Public Finance and Tax Groups.
The attorneys who practice in this group have years of experience representing commercial lenders and borrowers in transactions that range from traditional asset-based construction loans to complex lending syndications and large, multifaceted loans. Understanding that the relationship between the borrower and lender critical, we anticipate and plan for multiple transactions between the borrower and lender. We also frequently serve as local counsel for national transactions. Our membership in Lex Mundi, the world's leading association of independent law firms, provides us with the global reach and access to legal resources often required for international transactions.
Among the services the group provides are:
- Assisting developers in complex projects, including structure, document preparation, negotiation, due diligence, financing and closing
- Analyzing complex titles and finding practical solutions to title problems
- Appearing before municipal boards to obtain all necessary regulatory approvals
- Assisting clients in the development of affordable housing projects utilizing low-income housing tax credits
- Advising lenders and borrowers in commercial financing transactions
- Negotiating construction contracts for developers and contractors
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