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Husch Blackwell LLP

Real Estate

USA Guide 2026 : Missouri: St Louis & Surrounds


Husch Blackwell LLP

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Real Estate - Missouri: St Louis & Surrounds

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Husch Blackwell's outstanding team in St Louis has a strong reputation for representing developers in complex projects involving tax credits and incentives, with experience handling PPP projects. It regularly advises on development, land use and leasing projects, among others, with an impressive track record of providing counsel to both municipalities and corporations. The team offers deep sector expertise in housing, technology and hospitality and is capable of advising on real estate matters throughout the USA.

Work Highlights

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  • Husch Blackwell advised Tegethoff Development on the redevelopment of a $350 million family resort and entertainment district project in Missouri.

Strengths

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  • The team is skilled in navigating complex transactions and has demonstrated creative, outside the box thinking and solutions.

    Real Estate respondentUSA
  • The team is very responsive and provides a good balance of legal knowledge and practical advice.

    Real Estate respondentUSA
  • The team's response times are quick and the service is top-notch.

    Real Estate respondentUSA
  • Husch Blackwell has an excellent understanding of the market and its breadth of knowledge ensures the best strategies are implemented.

    Real Estate respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleGregory R Smith
    Senior StatespeopleGregory R Smith

    Gregory R Smith

    Gregory Smith is an experienced real estate lawyer in St Louis who regularly acts on large scale renovation projects, as well as the construction of new leisure facilities.

  • Band 1David A Linenbroker
    Band 1David A Linenbroker

    David A Linenbroker

    St Louis-based David Linenbroker has notable experience handling dispositions as well as complex leasing agreements on behalf of corporate clients. He is also recognized for his zoning and land use work.

    • David Linenbroker's legal oversight and guidance are impeccable.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
  • Band 1David G Richardson
    Band 1David G Richardson

    David G Richardson

    David Richardson advises on development projects, including permitting, tax and leasing aspects, from the firm's St Louis office. He has experience in matters concerning the redevelopment of industrial sites as well as entertainment districts, shopping malls and hospitals.

  • Band 3Andrew Crossett
    Band 3Andrew Crossett

    Andrew Crossett

    Andrew Crossett has notable expertise in advising clients on real estate acquisitions and refinancing matters.

    • Andy is very practical and never loses sight of his client's goals.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
    • He is exceptionally thorough, commercial and a real thought partner throughout the deal lifecycle.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
  • Band 3Charles Renner
    Band 3Charles Renner

    Charles Renner

    Charles Renner is an experienced transactional lawyer based in the firm's Kansas City office. His practice includes P3 procurement matters as well as development and redevelopment projects, and he also advises on tax incentives. His broad client base includes real estate developers along with corporates and public institutions.

  • Band 3Courtney Hill
    Band 3Courtney Hill

    Courtney Hill

    Courtney Hill has a strong real estate practice in St Louis. She is highlighted for her ability to handle a broad array of matters, including acquisitions, dispositions and lease negotiations.

    • Courtney Hill brings a high level of support and understanding of our portfolio. Her guidance is well respected within our team.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
  • Band 3Melissa K Smith-Groff
    Band 3Melissa K Smith-Groff

    Melissa K Smith-Groff

    Melissa Smith-Groff is a St Louis-based attorney highlighted for her solid reputation in the real estate space. She advises clients in the retail and food and beverage sectors on complex leasing issues, acquisitions and dispositions.

  • Band 3William Hof
    Band 3William Hof

    William Hof

    William Hof advises local and national clients on a broad range of real estate matters, with particular expertise in the acquisition, disposition and leasing of offices and other commercial assets. He is based in St Louis.

    • Bill is both creative and calculated in his approach. He thinks outside of the box and is always several steps ahead of everyone else.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
    • William Hof is an excellent business partner and always shows great skill and care.

      Real Estate respondentUSA

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