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Godfrey & Kahn, SC

Real Estate

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Godfrey & Kahn, SC

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Godfrey & Kahn's Real Estate Practice Group is in the center of real estate activity in Wisconsin. Our clients include businesses, financial institutions, developers, contractors, construction managers, brokers and others who need legal experience with real estate matters.

A review of the team's specific real estate services demonstrates broad experience, particularly in the areas of acquisition, sale, leasing, finance and development of real estate. In addition, because real estate investments involve many other legal disciplines, the real estate team works closely with related practice groups within the firm to ensure that our clients receive integrated service in an efficient manner.

Within the state of Wisconsin, the real estate team is uniquely situated to deal with the inherently local nature of real estate transactions. Our attorneys work closely with governmental agencies, contractors and developers throughout Wisconsin.

However, our experience is not limited to the confines of Wisconsin's borders. Because our clients have real estate holdings throughout the country, our attorneys understand the challenge of working within various jurisdictions and also appreciate the value of working collaboratively with real estate professionals in other states to provide efficient client service.

For more information about our banking team, please visit: www.gklaw.com/Real-Estate.htm

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Real Estate - Wisconsin

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Godfrey & Kahn, SC delivers high-quality representation to a variety of developers, institutional investors and businesses in transactions of all kinds, often representing financial sector clients. The team is known for development and redevelopment projects, while also showing adroitness in mixed-use and affordable housing projects. It also exhibits expertise in all manner of real estate financing, including construction loans and low-income housing tax credits.

Work Highlights

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  • Godfrey & Kahn assisted Lawrence University in its $38 million joint venture with a non-profit art museum for a mixed-use property development.

Strengths

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  • Godfrey & Kahn's real estate attorneys are market-savvy. They are well informed of market conditions and practice.

    Real Estate respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleMichael Dwyer
    Senior StatespeopleMichael Dwyer

    Michael Dwyer

    Michael Dwyer is highlighted for his experience in acting for a wide range of clients in relation to sophisticated real estate transactions. He is particularly adept at financing and parceling matters, working on redevelopment, industrial and residential projects.
  • Senior StatespeopleSteve Chernof
    Senior StatespeopleSteve Chernof

    Steve Chernof

    Steve Chernof is widely respected for his significant experience in advising on complex real estate transactions, including development and tax credit housing matters.
  • Band 3Mark E. O'Neill
    Band 3Mark E. O'Neill

    Mark E. O'Neill

    Mark O'Neill is an experienced real estate practitioner with an established reputation for his counsel on complex property financing matters. He acts for a diverse roster of clients, with notable activity advising the developers of affordable housing on property transactions.
    • His comfortable and hard-working nature makes him a favorite of ours.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
  • Band 3Marvin C. Bynum
    Band 3Marvin C. Bynum

    Marvin C. Bynum

    Marvin Bynum assists a plethora of clients with a wide range of matters, including financing, development, leasing and acquisitions. He has particular experience in mixed-use, cultural and affordable housing real estate.

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