J. Andrew Crossett

Buyer and Borrower Representation

• Served as lead attorney in representing six borrowers on $160 million loan refinance transaction for which the loan was secured by real estate in six states. Corporate aspects of the transaction involved restructuring borrowing entities to conform to the lender's underwriting guidelines.
• Represented buyer in acquisition of five retail centers in two states with purchase price in excess of $85 million. Advised client on all aspects of transaction, including title, survey, environmental and other due diligence matters. Also represented client on all facets of acquisition financing secured by the shopping centers.
• Represented borrower in secured real estate loan transaction in which the loan was secured by one of the largest working ranches in the United States.

Lender Representation

• Advised lender in multimillion-dollar secured loan financing transactions in connection with development of low-income housing and related tax-credit transactions and borrower’s purchase of partnership interests related to the development.

Leasing

• Represented client with ownership and leasing issues related to portfolio of office buildings in the St. Louis, Missouri, area, including drafting new leases, modifying existing leases and advising on refinancing transactions.
• Advised restaurant client on lease issues related to client's establishment of footprint for restaurant franchise.

Development

• Advised client on acquisition and development of land to construct multifamily apartment and townhome complexes. Counsel included entitlements, title, survey, development and construction matters.
• Counseled client on acquisition and financing of $30 million under-construction shopping center development, including all aspects of due diligence and advising client on term loan, construction loan and development issues.
• Represented landlord in ground lease transaction related to regional entertainment venue.
• Drafted joint venture documentation for entity investing more than $300 million in multifamily developments throughout the United States. Advised client on operating agreement and all related corporate and financing documents for joint venture.