Real Estate
USA Guide 2024 : Delaware
Band 2
About
Provided by Morris James LLP
We serve real estate developers and builders, publicly traded corporations, banks and lending institutions, individual investors, and owner-operators of commercial, retail, office, healthcare and industrial real estate.
Transactions
We provide assistance in a variety of transactions, from the sale or purchase of a single property to matters involving multi-state transfers and complex financing transactions. We draft, analyze and review contracts of sale, letters of intent, leases, restrictive covenants, deeds, easements, construction contracts, asset/stock purchase agreements, merger documents, neighborhood and condominium association agreements, and all other types of real estate related documents. We also routinely provide state law and bankruptcy opinions required for large, complex transactions.
Disputes
When disputes arise, we first attempt to achieve a constructive result without resorting to litigation. We manage all aspects of the resolution process, including mediation, early dismissal, and workable settlements. Should the need arise, we are prepared to represent our clients’ interests before federal, state and local agencies, all Delaware courts, as well as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Army Corps of Engineers.
Project Management
We realize at different stages of development, a project’s legal needs will change. Our Team is equipped to provide the legal assistance necessary throughout the lifecycle of a project.
Chambers Review
Morris James has a respected group with an excellent presence in Delaware, with offices in all three counties and a broad client base that includes real estate owners and developers. It is well equipped to handle complex acquisitions, sales and leasing for a range of property types and also maintains a fine reputation for refinancing work on behalf of landowners.
Work Highlights
- Morris James acted as borrower’s counsel to Glasgow Pines II, Kingsmill and Villagebrook Realty Partners in the refinance of three mobile home parks.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm's knowledge of federal, state and local land use and zoning laws and their ability to navigate the process in an expeditious manner are second to none."
"The firm's knowledge of federal, state and local land use and zoning laws and their ability to navigate the process in an expeditious manner are second to none."
Notable Practitioners
Kimberly Hoffman is recognized for her expert representation of clients in zoning matters. She brings to bear wider transactional expertise when handling development and redevelopment matters.
"Kim provides excellent and thoughtful counsel on all of our matters."
John Newcomer offers broad transactional capabilities across the real estate space, handling matters such as joint ventures involving the construction and development of mixed-use sites. His clients include developers and landowners.
Ranked Lawyers at
Morris James LLP
Delaware
Members
Provided by Morris James LLP
Brian M. Ellis
Cindy L. Szabo
David C. Hutt
Dennis L. Schrader
John H. Newcomer, Jr.
Head of Department
Nicholas J. Caggiano, Jr.
Robert G. Gibbs
Ross C. Karsnitz
Veronica O. Faust