Real Estate & Development

Whether you are first time purchaser or seller of real estate or you are a seasoned investor the we can assist you in the beginning with negotiating and drafting the Letter of Intent and Purchase Agreement and through due diligence, closing and beyond. We represent single-owner investors, seasoned real estate developers and investors, contractors, management companies, lenders and companies that occupy real estate in connection with their primary business. The LOI and Purchase Agreements need to be drafted and negotiated delicately because they are the steering wheel to your purchase or sale transaction. Let us work with you on your transactions to ensure you are heading in the right direction.

Our firm represents commercial and industrial property owners, tenants and property managers regarding their leasing needs. We will negotiate and draft the LOI and Lease with your best interests in mind. Leases have a futuristic outlook which needs to be addressed at the outset. Our Team has over 80 years of combined real estate experience to assist you with your lease.

Whether you are a purchaser or seller of real estate issues often arise during due diligence regarding certain liens, mortgages, easements or other encumbrances to title to the property. We have the experience you need to work with the title agency, surveyor, and all relevant parties to clear up title issues with your property and get your deal to closing. Our Team can even obtain the results you need by filing a lawsuit to quiet title to the property at issue.

We are recognized as one of the best local firms for land use and zoning. We routinely represent developers seeking land use and site plan approvals, re-zoning, variances, planned unit developments, special land use permits, conditional zoning, and related litigation and appeals. Our real estate team is familiar with the local municipalities and has strong relationships with key local and state government contacts which allow us to be the most efficient counsel around.

Did you know you have a right to appeal the local assessor’s tax assessment of your property? Did you know appealing the assessment can lead to a refund of taxes you paid? We have negotiated property tax reductions for commercial and industrial property owners in Michigan and defended tax appeals filed against our municipal clients. This experience on both sides of the aisle allows us to get the best result for you.