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Real Estate & Land Development
Permitting and land use approvals are among the primary challenges facing businesses and residents in our region, according to a recent survey. A land development attorney at Gawthrop Greenwood is able to navigate the challenges of submitting land use applications, securing approvals and interacting with regulatory bodies as you develop your investment. From real estate transactions to financing and development, the attorneys at Gawthrop Greenwood employ an integrated approach through every stage of the real estate life cycle.
Our clients include individuals, developers, large and closely held entities, commercial and construction lenders, school districts and non-profit corporations. We find we are uniquely positioned to be their advocates, because we have represented many of the government entities they’re facing through our thriving municipal practice. Collaborating with our Business and Litigation departments, we also support clients in real estate disputes and legal challenges that can bring successful projects to a grinding halt. Whether it is a simple residential transaction or a complex multimillion-dollar mixed use or commercial project, our attorneys have the ability to achieve our clients’ goals efficiently and economically.
REAL ESTATE & LAND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
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