Real Estate
USA Guide 2024 : Mississippi
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Contact number
+1 601 965 1900About
Provided by Watkins & Eager PLLC
Watkins & Eager’s real estate attorneys bring experience, knowledge and responsiveness to real estate transactions within and outside the State of Mississippi. Our attorneys approach complex and simple transactions with sound, common-sense advice. Our culture of teamwork allows us to quickly address client needs, negotiate difficult issues, devise creative solutions and consummate a successful closing. Our team is well equipped to address all real estate issues including tax, environmental concerns and finance.We work closely with owners, developers, lenders and investors involved in the real estate industry. We offer a wide array of real estate services including:
Property Acquisition and Disposition; Real Estate Development (Affordable Housing, Condominium and Master Planned Communities, Mixed-Use, Multifamily, Office Buildings, Residential Subdivision Development, Shopping Center and Retail);Tax Credit Developments (Historical Tax Credits, Low Income Housing Tax Credits, New Market Tax Credits); Real Estate Financing (Public and Private); Recreational and Investment Property; Leasing (Landlord and Tenant); Zoning, Land Use Regulation and Permitting; Business Entity Planning; Construction Law; Title Insurance; Property Management and Operations; Foreclosure/Workouts.
Chambers Review
Watkins & Eager is prominent in real estate financing matters. With a broad base of expertise, it is equipped to handle the full range of real estate mandates. The firm frequently acts for lenders on transactions including the financing of large development projects, encompassing mixed-use, residential, retail, medical and agricultural facilities. Watkins & Eager has a diverse team of specialists, with a noted zoning and rezoning capability. Real estate is well integrated with the firm's other practices, including taxation, environment and litigation.
Work Highlights
- Watkins & Eager represented Rowanoak Development, LLC in the acquisition, development and financing of multiple low-income tax credit developments in Mississippi and Louisiana.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Watkins & Eager has great understanding of complex issues."
"The firm works around the clock and never misses a deadline."
"Watkins & Eager has great understanding of complex issues."
"The firm works around the clock and never misses a deadline."
Notable Practitioners
Binford Williams comes highly recommended for his extensive experience representing lenders and borrowers in financing matters. His work includes the representation of developers in the development, construction and operations of complex real estate projects.
"There is no one better than him. He handles all aspects of representation with skills that are beyond comparison."
Paul Gunn is highly regarded for his extensive experience in real estate matters. He represents lenders and developers in transactions relating to commercial and residential developments, and is noted for his expertise in title issues. He acts as chair of the real estate group.
Molly Jeffcoat Moody advises lenders and borrowers on a wide range of commercial finance matters. She has notable expertise in construction-related transactions and real estate acquisitions.
"Her industry knowledge and recall ability are unparalleled."
Roger Williams wins praise from peers and clients alike for his representation of lenders and borrowers in real estate financing matters. In addition to his work in Mississippi, he also advises on projects across the country.
"The best transactional real estate attorney around."
Jason Poulson maintains a wide-ranging real estate practice spanning acquisitions, development matters and dispositions. He possesses further experience in rehabilitation projects and financing.
"Jason Poulson is a very good attorney."
Ranked Lawyers at
Watkins & Eager PLLC
Mississippi
Members
Provided by Watkins & Eager PLLC
Clients
Provided by Watkins & Eager PLLC
HCC Mississippi, LLC
J. Walter Michel Companies
Kerioth Corporation
New Horizons Group, LLC
Renasant Bank
The Cress Companies
The Park Companies
The University of Mississippi Medical Center
Trustmark National Bank
Industries
Provided by Watkins & Eager PLLC
Banking, Charities/Not for Profit, Construction, Government, Health Care, Real Estate Finance, Real Estate, Retail