The real estate industry in Texas is one of the most dynamic in the country, attracting investors due to its favorable business climate, strong population growth, and diverse economy. However, navigating the legal landscape in Texas presents unique challenges for investors, including property tax considerations, zoning laws, environmental regulations, construction, and landlord-tenant issues. Investors must stay compliant with federal regulations involving real estate financing and securities law, particularly when dealing with large-scale projects. Developers must continually stay abreast of frequently changing government regulatory changes affecting project development. Given these complexities, it's crucial for real estate investors and developers to work with legal experts who understand both state-specific and federal real estate law as well as local ordinances and regulations to ensure compliance and protect their investments, and successfully complete their projects.

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Our multidisciplinary legal team is highly experienced in providing comprehensive legal services to residential and commercial real estate investors and developers, offering expertise in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), zoning, securities, and tax matters. We understand the complexities of real estate transactions and are equipped to handle every aspect of your investment, from entity formation and structuring to financing, regulatory compliance, and tax planning. Whether you're acquiring, selling, or developing property, our team is dedicated to ensuring a smooth process while protecting your interests and maximizing your returns. With our knowledge of market dynamics and real estate-specific regulations, we aim to be a trusted partner for all your legal needs in real estate investment and development. 

 

The life cycle of a real estate investment project from inception to the acquisition of a piece of property to the sale of developed real estate requires a broad range of legal advice and expertise along the entire path. Investors often work with several solo and boutique firms because these firms typically do no have all of the needed legal expertise. FJ has the expertise for the full life cycle of a real estate investment and development project without the big firm costs.

 

• Entity Formation – Forming investment entities, holding companies and operating entities

• Entity Structure – Structuring the terms among partners

• Raising Capital and Syndications – Structuring investment funds and syndications, private placement and offering documents, and securities compliance

• Tax – Tax structure

• Real Estate Purchase Agreements – Drafting and negotiating purchase agreements

• Due diligence – Title and survey review and other legal and real estate due diligence

• Municipal Entitlements and Incentives – Zoning, entitlements, municipal incentives

• Construction – Contractor agreements and construction management

• Leasing – Drafting, negotiation and management of leases

• Property Operation and Management – Property management agreements, employment, litigation, and general operational legal