Best Lawyers in America for Real Estate Law

Paula serves as Butler Snow's Practice Management Partner and Chief Operations Officer. She represents local, regional and national lenders and borrowers in a variety of real estate and asset-based loan transactions, including loan syndications and participations.

Ms. Murphy has been recognized as one of the best real estate practitioner’s in the country. She leads the firm’s Corporate & Real Estate Department. Ms. Murphy practices primarily in areas of real estate finance and loan restructurings, real estate acquisitions and development, real estate leasing and commercial transactions. With a background in real estate matters, she is frequently sought out for her vast knowledge in commercial real estate loans and real estate developmen...

Mark E. Beutelschies is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Economic Development Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Real Estate Law. Mark E., who practices law in Memphis, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mark E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Harley Steffens’ practice, though focused in real estate, has included general corporate transactions, health care, and securities matters. Harley represents commercial real estate developers, public and private corporations, investment companies, family offices, and lending institutions including state and national banks and insurance companies. Development clients include local, regional, and national developers, as well as landlord and tenants in retail, industrial, and office leases...

Elizabeth Camacho is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Elizabeth, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Elizabeth is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

David R. Fricke is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. David R., who practices law in Raleigh, North Carolina, has been recognized since 2011. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Orlando J. Cabrera is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Orlando J., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Orlando J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Chauncey M. Swalwell is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Chauncey M., who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Chauncey M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

A practicing attorney for more than 30 years, Jeff King focuses on real estate projects. He represents commercial and residential real estate developers, builders and lending institutions in the acquisition, development and finance of projects. He also assists in the purchase, sale and leasing of property. Jeff is a LEED Accredited Professional. Mr. King served as Law Clerk for the Presiding Justice of the Mississippi Supreme Court. Jeff's civil and community involvement has centered on the b...

Timothy Shea is an Equity Shareholder with Robinson, Waters & O’Dorisio, P.C. with an emphasis in commercial real estate. He is a member of the real estate practice group with a wealth of experience handling various commercial real estate transactions. Prior to joining Robinson, Waters & O’Dorisio, Tim authored an article published by the University of Denver Law Review entitled: The Constitutional Constraints on State Regulation of the Internet: ACLU v. Johnson, 78 Univ. ...

Jason Howard is the co-chair of Alston & Bird’s Real Estate Finance & Investment Group. Jason concentrates his practice in the real estate and finance industries. His practice includes structuring joint ventures and representing developers, purchasers, and sellers in all aspects of the acquisition and disposition of mixed-use, office, multifamily residential, and industrial projects and portfolios. He also represents both lenders and borrowers in a wide range of financing transa...

John J. Griffin III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Commercial Transactions / UCC Law, Corporate Law, Litigation - Real Estate, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Real Estate Law. John J., who practices law in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, has been recognized since 2016. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high e...

Jeff Gray is a senior partner in the Corporate Practice Group. For more than 30 years, Jeff has concentrated on corporate and commercial transactions, with an emphasis on commercial real estate development. Jeff has served as outside counsel to numerous Fortune 500 companies as well as local, regional, and national real estate developers. Jeff has also served as outside counsel for a broad array of national and international clients in the energy sector, with a focus on industrial site acquis...

Ms. Li practices in real estate, concentrating in condominium and planned real estate development law. Her experience includes residential condominiums, and subdivided lot communities administered by associations, where she structures the interests of high-rises, single-family detached units, townhomes, stacked flats and duplexes. She is experienced in the conversion of rental properties to the condominium form of ownership and the statutes and regulations governing the removal of tenants in ...

James R. Austin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Commercial Finance Law and Real Estate Law. James R., who practices law in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Mr. Peel practices primarily in transactions, corporate formations, restructurings and financing, mergers and acquisitions, real estate leasing and acquisitions, and general estate planning. His clients include local and regional businesses and office and retail shopping centers. Mr. Peel received his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Minor in Business Management from Brigham Young University, where he also received All-American honors as a member BYU's Men's Lacrosse team. He receive...