John brings a calm, clear-headed approach to even the most complex real estate deals—especially when the path forward is anything but straightforward.

With decades of experience advising commercial real estate developers and alternative energy companies, John is a trusted advisor for clients navigating high-stakes transactions and changing market conditions. Now serving in an “of counsel” role, he focuses his practice on representing long-standing clients across a range of commercial real estate issues, often assisting them with unexpected challenges such as volatile construction costs and shifting financing conditions.

John’s practice covers all stages of real estate development—from project financing and contract negotiation to zoning, permitting, and closing. He collaborates closely with small to mid-size developers as well as companies in the wind, solar, and battery storage sectors. Clients appreciate his ability to navigate challenging factual and legal situations with clarity, creativity, and a steadfast focus on achieving positive results.

In addition to his real estate practice, John is knowledgeable in contract law, secured transactions, foreclosures, loan workouts, business formation and governance, and alternative dispute resolution.

Throughout his career, John has established a reputation for being thoughtful, pragmatic, and deeply committed to helping clients succeed throughout every phase of a deal.

LEGAL SOLUTIONS

Residential Development in Somerville

Represented a commercial real estate developer in the acquisition and development of a 15-unit residential project in Somerville, Massachusetts.

Multi-Family Redevelopment in Boston

Advised developers and investors on the business formation, purchase, rehabilitation, and sale of multi-family residential apartment buildings in Boston.

Structuring Joint Ventures for Large-Scale Projects

Represented investors in negotiating the formation and governance of business entities for commercial real estate developments valued between $10 million and $50 million.

Secured Creditor Workouts

Represented secured creditors in complex workout negotiations with defaulting borrowers, helping to resolve disputes and recover collateral assets.

Commercial Lending Transactions

Counseled commercial and private lenders in structuring and closing loan transactions secured by real estate and other borrower assets.

Alternative Energy Leasing and Development

Represented solar and wind energy developers in negotiating leases and related contracts for the development of renewable energy projects.

Commercial Leasing for Tenants

Advised commercial tenants in negotiating lease agreements tailored to their operational and financial needs.

CREDENTIALS

Education

  • JD, Suffolk University Law School
  • BA, St. Lawrence University

Bar Admissions

  • Massachusetts
  • US District Court for the District of Massachusetts
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Experience in practice

Hyannisport Club, Board of Directors, Hyannisport, MA