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Jackson Walker
Joel W. Heydenburk

Joel W. Heydenburk

Partner, Fort Worth
817.334.7205
jheydenburk@jw.com
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Practice Areas

  • Real Estate

Experience

  • Acquisition & Disposition | Real Estate
  • Construction & Development
  • Healthcare | Real Estate
  • Industrial
  • Investment, Leasing, & Management
  • Office | Real Estate
  • Restaurant | Real Estate
  • Retail & Mixed Use | Real Estate
  • Self-Storage Facilities

Biography

Joel focuses his practice on real estate transactions and operational issues in connection with commercial real estate. Joel regularly represents landlords and tenants in the preparation and negotiation of commercial office, retail, and industrial property leases in Texas and other states across the nation. His experience consists of representing buyers and sellers in acquisitions and sales of commercial properties ranging from $1 million and exceeding $200 million. Joel also represents commercial debt holders and servicers in foreclosure proceedings in Texas. He regularly represents commercial real estate owners and managers in connection with telecommunications matters including telecommunication lease agreements, rooftop lease agreements, rooftop and cabling agreements, and cabling agreements.

Education

B.B.A., Texas Christian University
M.B.A., Texas Tech University
J.D., cum laude, Texas Tech University School of Law

  • Business Manager, Texas Tech Law Review

Bar Admissions

Texas

Practice Experience Recognition & Accolades Community Involvement Client Results Attorney News
  • Represented seller in the disposition of an approximately 400,000 square foot three-building office complex in the Preston Center area of Dallas, Texas.
  • Represented an institutional landlord in connection with a complex 100,000+ square foot lease of the US headquarters of an international financial services company in downtown Dallas, Texas.
  • Represented an institutional landlord in connection with a complex 238,000+ square foot lease to a Fortune 50 international financial services company in downtown Dallas, Texas.
  • Represented the tenant in a complex 230,000+ square foot lease renewal of the corporate headquarters for a financial services company in downtown Fort Worth, Texas.
  • Represented a large nonprofit hospital and health system in connection with multiple leasing and real estate development transactions throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
  • Represented the seller in the disposition of a 33 acre multi-building “to-the-trade” commercial development in Dallas, Texas; which was an award winning transaction
  • Represented an institutional landlord in connection with a complex 250,000 square foot lease renewal of the corporate headquarters of a large hospital operator in Dallas, Texas; which was an award winning transaction
  • Assisted in the representation of an industrial manufacturer in the sale of such business’ assets and related real estate transactions in connection therewith
  • Assisted in the representation of a large commercial mortgage servicer in connection with various owned commercial real estate assets including a retail mall, retail pad sites, and retail strip centers at locations throughout Texas
  • Assisted in the representation of commercial landlords and managers in connection with various telecommunications transactions
  • Assisted in the representation of purchaser in the acquisition of a 20-story Class A office building in Atlanta, Georgia
  • Assisted in the representation of seller in the sale of a multi-building office complex in Las Colinas/Irving, Texas
  • Assisted in the representation of the owner of industrial warehouse facility in connection with various leasing transactions in Fort Worth, Texas
  • Assisted in the representation of large landlord in connection with various lease transactions ranging from 1,000 square feet to 250,000 square feet at various office buildings throughout the southern United States
  • Assisted in the representation of purchaser in the acquisition of a 20-story Class A office building in Fort Worth, Texas
  • Assisted in the representation of seller in the sale of a large commercial farm portfolio located in multiple states throughout the western United States
  • Assisted in the representation of banks and bond holders in connection with complex foreclosures throughout North Texas
  • The Best Lawyers in America (Woodward/White Inc.), 2021-2023
    • Land Use and Zoning Law, 2023
    • Real Estate Law, 2021-2023
  • Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2020-2022
  • Texas Rising Star, Super Lawyers – Rising Stars by Thomson Reuters, 2008-2018
  • “Top Attorneys” List – Real Estate, Fort Worth Magazine, 2006-2020, 2022
  • “Top Attorneys” List – Real Estate, 360 West, 2018, 2021
  • “40 Under 40” List, Fort Worth Business Press, 2011

Professional Affiliations

  • State Bar of Texas
  • Texas Bar Foundation, Fellow
  • Real Estate Council of Greater Fort Worth, Chairman, Founding/Sustaining Member, Board Member, Past Vice-Chair
  • Tarrant County Bar Association – Real Estate Section
  • Fort Worth-Tarrant County Young Lawyers Association, Past President
  • Eldon B. Mahon Inn of Court, Past Associate Member
  • Leadership Fort Worth, Class of 2009-2010

Community Involvement

  • Ronald McDonald House of Fort Worth, Board of Trustees, 2017-2018 President, 2019-2020 Past-President
  • Junior Achievement of Chisholm Trail, Inc., Volunteer Teacher
  • The Texas Lyceum, 2018 Director, Executive Committee
  • BNSF Next Generation Leadership Program at Texas Christian University’s Neeley School of Business, Business Coach
  • Fort Worth Independent School District’s 2010 Census and Nine Single-Member Districts Redistricting Committee
Jackson Walker Represents Novaria Group in Completing Six Acquisitions in Seven Months

September 27, 2022

Jackson Walker Advises Freedom Powersports in Sale to RumbleON

November 19, 2021

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Joel Heydenburk

February 15, 2023

Attorney News

Joel Heydenburk Joins Board of Directors and Executive Board of the Fort Worth Chamber

Jackson Walker proudly congratulates Fort Worth partner Joel W. Heydenburk on his selection as a member of the Fort Worth Chamber’s Board of Directors and Executive Board.

Joel Heydenburk

February 8, 2023

Mentions

Joel Heydenburk Takes on Bigger Role in Fort Worth Real Estate | Fort Worth Report

On June 25, 2022, Fort Worth real estate partner Joel W. Heydenburk began his two-year term as Board Chairman of the Real Estate Council of Greater Fort Worth (REC of GFW). Recently, Joel spoke with the Fort Worth Report about continuing the momentum of his predecessors – most importantly, the future real estate development plans for the Panther Island project north of downtown Fort Worth.

February 1, 2023

Attorney News

‘Fort Worth Magazine’ Lists 16 Jackson Walker Attorneys Among the “Top Attorneys” of 2022

Jackson Walker is pleased to announce the selection of 16 Fort Worth-based attorneys to Fort Worth Magazine’s “Top Attorneys” list for 2022.

Evan Malloy

September 27, 2022

Client Results

Jackson Walker Represents Novaria Group in Completing Six Acquisitions in Seven Months

Novaria Group, a leading manufacturer of specialty hardware, components, and coatings for the aerospace and defense industries, recently completed its acquisition of STROCO Manufacturing, Inc. This deal marks the sixth acquisition Novaria has announced from December of 2021 through July of 2022, taking place after its successful acquisitions of FMi Chemical, Hohman Plating, Advanced Coating, Hydro Fitting, and GK Mechanical Systems.

September 21, 2022

Attorney News

Jackson Walker Congratulates Its 64 “Texas Super Lawyers” of 2022

Each year, less than 5% of attorneys in Texas are named to the list. Selection is based off of peer nominations that are then reviewed by a research team. Each nominee is evaluated on his or her professional accomplishments, peer recognition, and community involvement.

Joel Heydenburk

August 31, 2022

Mentions

‘What Does This Community Need?’: A Bird’s-Eye View on Fort Worth Real Estate

In a recent interview with Dallas Business Journal, Jackson Walker partner Joel Heydenburk provided insight about the Fort Worth commercial real estate market as the city continues to grow.

August 18, 2022

Attorney News

‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Honors 214 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2023 Edition, Including 11 “Lawyers of the Year” and 41 “Ones to Watch”

The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 214 Jackson Walker attorneys across 6 offices and 79 specialty practice areas in its 2023 edition, including 11 Lawyers of the Year and 41 Ones to Watch. Best Lawyers listings are based on an exhaustive peer review survey of thousands of attorneys who vote on the legal abilities of others in their practice areas.

Joel Heydenburk

July 1, 2022

Attorney News

Joel Heydenburk Follows in Susan Halsey’s Footsteps to Lead Real Estate Council of Greater Fort Worth

Joel Heydenburk has assumed the position of board chairman of the Real Estate Council of Greater Fort Worth (REC of GFW), effective June 25, 2022.

ATVs powersports vehicles with Jackson Walker logo

November 19, 2021

Client Results

Jackson Walker Advises Freedom Powersports in Sale to RumbleON

A Jackson Walker team led by recent Fort Worth additions Evan Malloy, Kayla Matus, and Taylor Cummins represented Freedom Powersports in the sale of its business to Dallas-based RumbleON, Inc., the largest U.S. retailer of powersports vehicles. The transaction was announced on November 9, 2021, and is expected to close in late 2021 or the first quarter of 2022.

September 22, 2021

Attorney News

Jackson Walker Congratulates Its 57 “Texas Super Lawyers” of 2021

Each year, less than 5% of attorneys in Texas are named to the list. Selection is based off of peer nominations that are then reviewed by a research team. Each nominee is evaluated on his or her professional accomplishments, peer recognition, and community involvement.

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Practice Experience

  • Represented seller in the disposition of an approximately 400,000 square foot three-building office complex in the Preston Center area of Dallas, Texas.
  • Represented an institutional landlord in connection with a complex 100,000+ square foot lease of the US headquarters of an international financial services company in downtown Dallas, Texas.
  • Represented an institutional landlord in connection with a complex 238,000+ square foot lease to a Fortune 50 international financial services company in downtown Dallas, Texas.
  • Represented the tenant in a complex 230,000+ square foot lease renewal of the corporate headquarters for a financial services company in downtown Fort Worth, Texas.
  • Represented a large nonprofit hospital and health system in connection with multiple leasing and real estate development transactions throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
  • Represented the seller in the disposition of a 33 acre multi-building “to-the-trade” commercial development in Dallas, Texas; which was an award winning transaction
  • Represented an institutional landlord in connection with a complex 250,000 square foot lease renewal of the corporate headquarters of a large hospital operator in Dallas, Texas; which was an award winning transaction
  • Assisted in the representation of an industrial manufacturer in the sale of such business’ assets and related real estate transactions in connection therewith
  • Assisted in the representation of a large commercial mortgage servicer in connection with various owned commercial real estate assets including a retail mall, retail pad sites, and retail strip centers at locations throughout Texas
  • Assisted in the representation of commercial landlords and managers in connection with various telecommunications transactions
  • Assisted in the representation of purchaser in the acquisition of a 20-story Class A office building in Atlanta, Georgia
  • Assisted in the representation of seller in the sale of a multi-building office complex in Las Colinas/Irving, Texas
  • Assisted in the representation of the owner of industrial warehouse facility in connection with various leasing transactions in Fort Worth, Texas
  • Assisted in the representation of large landlord in connection with various lease transactions ranging from 1,000 square feet to 250,000 square feet at various office buildings throughout the southern United States
  • Assisted in the representation of purchaser in the acquisition of a 20-story Class A office building in Fort Worth, Texas
  • Assisted in the representation of seller in the sale of a large commercial farm portfolio located in multiple states throughout the western United States
  • Assisted in the representation of banks and bond holders in connection with complex foreclosures throughout North Texas

Recognition & Accolades

  • The Best Lawyers in America (Woodward/White Inc.), 2021-2023
    • Land Use and Zoning Law, 2023
    • Real Estate Law, 2021-2023
  • Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2020-2022
  • Texas Rising Star, Super Lawyers – Rising Stars by Thomson Reuters, 2008-2018
  • “Top Attorneys” List – Real Estate, Fort Worth Magazine, 2006-2020, 2022
  • “Top Attorneys” List – Real Estate, 360 West, 2018, 2021
  • “40 Under 40” List, Fort Worth Business Press, 2011

Community Involvement

Professional Affiliations

  • State Bar of Texas
  • Texas Bar Foundation, Fellow
  • Real Estate Council of Greater Fort Worth, Chairman, Founding/Sustaining Member, Board Member, Past Vice-Chair
  • Tarrant County Bar Association – Real Estate Section
  • Fort Worth-Tarrant County Young Lawyers Association, Past President
  • Eldon B. Mahon Inn of Court, Past Associate Member
  • Leadership Fort Worth, Class of 2009-2010

Community Involvement

  • Ronald McDonald House of Fort Worth, Board of Trustees, 2017-2018 President, 2019-2020 Past-President
  • Junior Achievement of Chisholm Trail, Inc., Volunteer Teacher
  • The Texas Lyceum, 2018 Director, Executive Committee
  • BNSF Next Generation Leadership Program at Texas Christian University’s Neeley School of Business, Business Coach
  • Fort Worth Independent School District’s 2010 Census and Nine Single-Member Districts Redistricting Committee

Practice Areas

  • Real Estate

Experience

  • Acquisition & Disposition | Real Estate
  • Construction & Development
  • Healthcare | Real Estate
  • Industrial
  • Investment, Leasing, & Management
  • Office | Real Estate
  • Restaurant | Real Estate
  • Retail & Mixed Use | Real Estate
  • Self-Storage Facilities
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