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Hill Ward Henderson

Real Estate: Litigation

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Our Real Estate Group is widely regarded as one of the elite practices in Florida for its depth of personnel, experience and knowledge in all aspects of commercial real estate. Our clients include commercial and residential developers, major lending institutions, banks, merchant builders, contractors, brokers and investors, automobile dealerships, retailers, schools and universities, and other significant property owners – both on a state and national level.

Our clients consult us on a vast range of complex issues and transactions in a number of areas, including:

  • Real estate acquisition and development
  • Real estate finance
  • Bankruptcy & creditors' rights (including loan workouts, restructurings and foreclosures)
  • Commercial leasing
  • Real estate construction and design
  • Entity formation and tax structuring
  • Real property disputes including property tax appeals

Our Land Use Group is one of the largest and most experienced of its kind in the state of Florida. Our attorneys utilize their in-depth knowledge of Florida's complex regulatory environment to assist developers and owners of real estate, as well as governmental bodies, in a wide variety of land use matters. Including:

  • DRI (Developments of Regional Impact) formation
  • Approval and management of CDDs (Community Development Districts)
  • Comprehensive Plan Amendments
  • Negotiation of Development Agreements
  • Concurrency Review
  • Rezoning and Variance Requests
  • Impact Fees
  • Government Contracting
  • Historic Preservation
  • Environmental Permitting

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Real Estate: Litigation - Florida

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Hill Ward Henderson provides high quality representation of real estate investors, owners and developers. It is especially proficient at real estate acquisition, disposition, leasing and lending. The firm also offers a highly respected land use and zoning practice, regularly guiding clients through the state's regulatory landscape in order to obtain all necessary permits and approvals. The land use and zoning team is further renowned for its strong capabilities in assisting clients with litigation matters.

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Work Highlights

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  • Hill Ward Henderson represented Alliant Partners Development in connection with the acquisition, redevelopment, leasing and sale of a medical facility in Temple Terrace.

Strengths

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  • Hill Ward Henderson has an incredibly deep bench with very experienced lawyers. The team understands the intricacies of real estate law, including land use and zoning, especially as it is practiced in Florida.

    Real Estate: Litigation respondentUSA

  • The constant communication and direct collaboration between our teams is fantastic. The land use team is exceptional at initiating ideas and stating clear expectations of the team when there is a complex matter to address.

    Real Estate: Litigation respondentUSA

  • The lawyers stand out by providing expert advice, they look out for what is best for the client. They seem to be very fair and very balanced in their approach but also tough.

    Real Estate: Litigation respondentUSA

  • The attorneys at Hill Ward Henderson are tenacious in working for their clients to develop strategies that will obtain the best possible outcome. They are well prepared to the maximum degree and think through all of the possible options and have potential solutions to all of the curveballs that are thrown at them during hearings and trials.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Thomas N Henderson III
    Thomas N Henderson III

    Thomas N Henderson III

    Thomas Henderson handles a range of real estate transactions for clients active in sectors such as clinical research and senior and affordable housing.

    • He is an absolutely top-notch attorney and professional adviser. He is a true and trusted friend to our people and our business.

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    • Thomas Henderson is a remarkable individual and attorney. I appreciate all his help and support.

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  • S Katherine Frazier
    S Katherine Frazier

    S Katherine Frazier

    Katherine Frazier handles all aspects of real estate projects, including acquisitions and financings for healthcare and developer clients.

    • Katherine Frazier always produces excellent and timely work.

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  • Scott McLaren
    Scott McLaren

    Scott McLaren

    Scott McLaren has wide-ranging experience representing clients in land use matters, including land use applications. He is particularly sought after for his outstanding expertise in litigation matters.

    • Scott is the consummate land use litigator. He is always prepared and is very loyal.

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    • Mr. McLaren is one of the best litigation attorneys that I have worked with. He is completely prepared, knowledgeable about land use litigation and a strategic thinker.

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  • Kamala E Corbett
    Kamala E Corbett

    Kamala E Corbett

    Kamala Corbett represents developers and construction companies in a range of land use matters, including contested rezonings, obtaining site plan approvals and wider permitting work.

    • Kamala Corbett has not only incredible knowledge of land use, but also excellent municipal relationships.

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    • Kami does an excellent job of identifying the risk and obstacles and never taking a zoning matter for granted. She is always looking to promote the best pathway for success.

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  • Shane Costello
    Shane Costello

    Shane Costello

    Shane Costello is well regarded for his expertise in real estate and land use litigation matters. He regularly assists clients with property and zoning disputes, as well as with appeals related to land development approvals.

    • Shane is a real estate litigator and the most impressive attorney we have ever dealt with.

      Real Estate: Litigation respondentUSA

    • Shane Costello is a great litigation attorney who understands the complex land use framework in Florida. He is always very well prepared and develops strategies to obtain successful outcomes for his clients.

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    • Shane follows up and stays on top.

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  • R James Robbins Jr
    R James Robbins Jr

    R James Robbins Jr

    James Robbins acts on land and property transactions, including in relation to large scale development projects.

    • He is highly sophisticated and always represents his clients well.

      Real Estate: Litigation respondentUSA

    • James Robbins is strong, consistent and very balanced in his advice. He is great at working the transaction through the entire stage. He makes every person feel like they are his only client and he is very personal in his approach to real estate and really seems to care about the outcomes. I would say he really feels like a team member.

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  • Jerilyn Reed
    Jerilyn Reed

    Jerilyn Reed

    Jerilyn Reed is capable of handling a broad range of real estate transactions, including land acquisitions and large scale development projects.

    • Jerilyn Reed is incredibly sophisticated and responsive.

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    • Jerilyn is the person I call first with any real estate-related matter.

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