Timothy C. Taylor
Practice Areas
Experience
- College & University Real Estate
- Construction & Development
- Healthcare Real Estate
- Industrial Real Estate
- Land Use & Municipal Law
- Multifamily & Residential Real Estate
- Office Real Estate
- Public-Private Partnerships
- Real Estate Financing
Biography
Tim Taylor focuses his practice on real estate and lending transactions. He represents individuals and businesses ranging from local investors to public companies in all aspects of real estate, from acquisition and development, to ownership, leasing, and management, and to subdivision and disposition. Tim devotes significant time to land acquisition and development, particularly residential subdivisions and mixed use developments, and he also works with local governments on land use and development issues for his clients. Tim has extensive experience in complex ground lease transactions, as counsel for both landlords and tenants.
Tim represents financial institutions in a wide variety of lending transactions, but with a focus on real estate loans (acquisition, development, and construction). In addition to real estate and lending, Tim works closely with other attorneys at Jackson Walker on matters such as the selection and formation of entities for real estate transactions, asset and stock sales, and finance transactions.
Tim is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Commercial Real Estate Law.
Education
B.A., magna cum laude, Washington and Lee University
J.D., University of Texas School of Law
- Teaching Quizmaster
- Board of Governors, Student Bar Association
Bar Admissions
Texas
Professional Certifications
Board Certified in Commercial Real Estate Law
- W. Neal Kocurek Special Achievement Award, 2024 Austin Business Journal Commercial Real Estate Awards.
- Chambers USA: Americaâs Leading Lawyers for Business, Ranked for Real Estate â Texas, 2018
- The Best Lawyers in America (Woodward/White Inc.), 2006-2026
- Lawyer of the Year – Austin, Real Estate Law, 2013
- Real Estate Law, 2006-2026
- Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2003-2013, 2018-2025
- âAustin Top Attorneysâ List, Austin Monthly, 2025
- ABJ Power Player, Austin Business Journal, 2023
Awards
Tim Taylor is recognized as one of the best real estate lawyers in Austin and Texas. He was ranked among Chambers USA: Americaâs Leading Lawyers for Business under Real Estate in 2012. He has also been named the 2013 âLawyer of the Yearâ by The Best Lawyers in America in the category of Real Estate (Austin) and has been listed as a Best Lawyer for Real Estate Law in the 2008-2023 editions. Tim has been recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters since 2003.
In 1998, Tim was honored as one of the recipients of the âAustin Under 40â award, given to recognize outstanding Austin citizens under the age of 40.
In 2003, he was named one of the best real estate lawyers in Austin by the Austin Business Journal, one of only four attorneys to receive such honor that year.
Tim was the recipient of the Commendation of Excellence Award by the Real Estate Council of Austin (RECA) for his contributions to RECA in 2007, and in 2011 RECA again recognized Tim with the Gary S. Farmer Commendation of Excellence Award. In 2016, RECA honored Tim with one of its highest awards, the Community Service Award.
In 2016, the Capitol Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America honored Tim as its Distinguished Citizen.
Professional Memberships
Tim is a member of the State Bar of Texas, the Texas Association of Bank Counsel, and the American Bar Association. He is also a Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation.
Community Involvement
Tim is an active leader in many civic and community organizations and activities, with four decades of service in the Austin community.
Tim began his service on the Board of Directors of The Real Estate Council of Austin in 1995. In 2003, Tim served as President of RECA and chaired RECAâs Executive Committee and Board of Directors, as well as sitting on the boards for both the RECA Good Government PAC and the RECA Business MPAC. In 2016, after 20 years as a director, Tim retired from the RECA board. In 2023, Tim was asked to re-join the Board and Executive Committee, a role he continues this year. Tim is serving as Vice Chair of Community Engagement in 2025. He remains active in the RECA Past Chairsâ Council, and he is on the board of the RECA Good Government PAC.
In 2007, Tim became active with the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians, serving as HAAM Benefit Day committee chairman. He continued in that role in 2008 and 2009, also joining the HAAM Board of Directors in 2008. In 2010, he was elected chairman of the HAAM Board, a position he held through December 2012. He continues to serve on the Board of Directors.
Tim has served on Board of Directors of the Central Texas Public Safety Commission (formerly the Greater Austin Crime Commission) since 2011.
In 2012, Tim became one of the five founding directors of the Austin Council on Foreign Affairs, and he continues to serve on the board of directors.
Tim was President of the Headliners Club in 2004, and he served on the Board of Trustees from 1997 to 2009 and from 2011 to 2018. Tim rejoined the Headliners Club Board in 2020. Tim is on the membership committee and also assists with special events, including the Clubâs Monthly National Security Briefing.
In 2006, Tim was appointed by Mayor Will Wynn to the City of Austinâs Affordable Housing Incentives Task Force. Elected as a Co-Chair of that task force, Tim helped guide a diverse group of affordable housing advocates, neighborhood activists, real estate developers, and other stakeholders through a collaborative process that culminated with the Austin City Councilâs passage of an affordable housing incentives ordinance in 2007. In 2013, Austin Mayor Lee Leffingwell asked Tim to serve on the Central Corridor Advisory Group, which worked with the Mayor and the City of Austin Transportation Department on transportation issues.
Tim has served on the Board of Directors and Executive Committee of the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce as well as General Counsel for the Chamber in 2001 and 2002. Tim was instrumental in the establishment of the Greater Austin Economic Development Corporation in 2003, and he served on that Board (which runs the very successful Opportunity Austin economic development program) and as its general counsel until 2015. Tim served as a member of the Board of Directors of The University of Texas Foundation, Inc., an organization dedicated to the educational advancement of the academic and health institutions comprising The University of Texas System, from 2018 through 2022. Tim served on the board of directors of Leadership Austin from 2007-2010. Tim served on the Community Advisory Board for Caritas of Austin from its inception, and he chaired that board in 1996 and in 1998. He is a past president and past board member of the Young Menâs Business League and the Austin YMBL Sunshine Camps and also served on the Board of Directors of the YMBL Sunshine Foundation. Tim has been a long-time supporter of the Dell Childrenâs Medical Center of Central Texas, as a co-founder of the Childrenâs Hospital Council (now the Dell Children’s Council) and serving as co-chair of that Council in 1997 and co-chairing the 1997 Childrenâs Hospital Gala. Tim has served many other charitable and civic organizations in Austin, and he has been a Director of the Capitol Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America, Washington & Lee University Central Texas Alumni Chapter, Center for Battered Women (now SafePlace), Ronald McDonald House, and the West Austin Youth Association. Tim was also a member of the Austin Area Research Organization (AARO) for many years, with a focus on transportation issues.
Jackson Walker Congratulates 2025 Texas Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce the recognition of 75 attorneys by Thomson Reutersâ Super Lawyers in the 2025 “Texas Super Lawyers” list, as well as 66 attorneys as “Texas Rising Stars” for 2025. Each year, less than 5% of attorneys are selected to Super Lawyers and 2.5% to Rising Stars. 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.
Attorney News • September 18, 2025
âThe Best Lawyers in Americaâ Features 350 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2026 Edition, Including 10 âLawyers of the Yearâ and 106 âOnes to Watchâ
The Best Lawyers in America, a widely regarded guide to legal excellence, has recognized 350 Jackson Walker attorneys across 87 specialty practice areas in its 2026 edition, including 10 Lawyers of the Year and 106 Ones to Watch.
Attorney News • August 21, 2025
âAustin Monthlyâ Lists 44 Jackson Walker Attorneys Among âAustinâs Top Attorneysâ of 2025
Jackson Walker congratulates the 44 attorneys recognized among Austin Monthlyâs list of âAustinâs Top Attorneysâ for 2025. For recognition in the list, Austin attorneys must be nominated by their peers on the basis that they offer experienced counsel in one of 40 categories.
Attorney News • July 15, 2025
Jackson Walker Congratulates Its âTexas Super Lawyersâ of 2024
Jackson Walker proudly announces the selection of 71 attorneys to Thomson Reutersâ 2024 âTexas Super Lawyersâ list.
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.
Attorney News • September 17, 2024
‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Features 306 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2025 Edition, Including 9 “Lawyers of the Year” and 75 “Ones to Watch”
The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 306 Jackson Walker attorneys across 81 specialty practice areas in its 2025 edition, including 9 Lawyers of the Year and 75 Ones to Watch. In this yearâs guide, Jackson Walker saw the largest number of attorneys in the areas of Commercial Litigation (75 attorneys) and Real Estate Law (55 attorneys) and the addition of 27 attorneys as Best Lawyers.
Attorney News • August 15, 2024
Tim Taylor to Receive Highest Honor at Austin Business Journalâs 2024 Commercial Real Estate Awards
Timothy C. Taylor will be the recipient of the W. Neal Kocurek Special Achievement Award at the 2024 Austin Business Journal Commercial Real Estate Awards. The distinguished accolade recognizes individuals who have had a lasting impact on the real estate sector and the Austin region as a whole.
Attorney News • April 30, 2024
Tim Taylor and Pamela Madere Appointed to Board of Directors Executive Committee of Real Estate Council of Austin
Jackson Walker congratulates partners Timothy C. Taylor and Pamela Madere for their appointments to leadership positions on the 2024 Board of Directors and Executive Committee of the Real Estate Council of Austin (RECA). Pam will serve as Secretary/Counsel, and Tim will serve as Vice Chair of Community Engagement.
Attorney News • January 25, 2024
Jackson Walker Congratulates Its “Texas Super Lawyers” of 2023
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.
Attorney News • September 19, 2023
‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Honors 287 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2024 Edition, Including 12 “Lawyers of the Year” and 80 “Ones to Watch”
The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 287 Jackson Walker attorneys across 5 offices and 82 specialty practice areas in its 2024 edition, including 12 Lawyers of the Year and 80 Ones to Watch. In this yearâs guide, Jackson Walker saw the largest number of attorneys in the areas of Commercial Litigation (66 attorneys) and Real Estate Law (60 attorneys) and the addition of 35 attorneys as Best Lawyers.
Attorney News • August 17, 2023
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.
Attorney News • September 21, 2022
‘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.
Attorney News • August 18, 2022
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.
Attorney News • September 22, 2021
‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Honors 178 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2022 Edition, Including 8 “Lawyers of the Year” and 31 “Ones to Watch”
The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 178 Jackson Walker attorneys across 6 offices and 67 specialty practice areas in its 2022 edition, including 8 Lawyers of the Year and 31 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.
Attorney News • August 19, 2021
âThe Best Lawyers in Americaâ Honors 164 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2021 Edition, Including 9 âLawyers of the Yearâ and 25 “Ones to Watch”
Jackson Walker congratulates the 164 attorneys who were selected by their peers as Best Lawyers, including 9 Lawyers of the Year and 25 Ones to Watch, across 6 offices and 66 specialty practice areas.
Attorney News • August 20, 2020
Best Lawyers in America Recognizes 98 Jackson Walker Attorneys
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. For over three decades, recognition in Best Lawyers has been regarded by both clients and legal professionals as a significant honor, since an attorney cannot pay to be listed.
Attorney News • August 16, 2018
Chambers USA 2018 Recognizes Jackson Walker Attorneys and Practices
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce 26 attorneys have been ranked in the 2018 edition of Chambers USA: Americaâs Leading Lawyers for Business guide, with four additional attorneys identified as ârecognized practitioners.â
Spotlight • May 3, 2018
Best Lawyers in America Recognizes 94 Jackson Walker Attorneys
The Best Lawyers in America, a widely regarded guide to legal excellence, has recognized 94 Jackson Walker attorneys in its 2018 edition. 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.
Attorney News • August 15, 2017
Recognition & Accolades
- W. Neal Kocurek Special Achievement Award, 2024 Austin Business Journal Commercial Real Estate Awards.
- Chambers USA: Americaâs Leading Lawyers for Business, Ranked for Real Estate â Texas, 2018
- The Best Lawyers in America (Woodward/White Inc.), 2006-2026
- Lawyer of the Year – Austin, Real Estate Law, 2013
- Real Estate Law, 2006-2026
- Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2003-2013, 2018-2025
- âAustin Top Attorneysâ List, Austin Monthly, 2025
- ABJ Power Player, Austin Business Journal, 2023
Awards
Tim Taylor is recognized as one of the best real estate lawyers in Austin and Texas. He was ranked among Chambers USA: Americaâs Leading Lawyers for Business under Real Estate in 2012. He has also been named the 2013 âLawyer of the Yearâ by The Best Lawyers in America in the category of Real Estate (Austin) and has been listed as a Best Lawyer for Real Estate Law in the 2008-2023 editions. Tim has been recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters since 2003.
In 1998, Tim was honored as one of the recipients of the âAustin Under 40â award, given to recognize outstanding Austin citizens under the age of 40.
In 2003, he was named one of the best real estate lawyers in Austin by the Austin Business Journal, one of only four attorneys to receive such honor that year.
Tim was the recipient of the Commendation of Excellence Award by the Real Estate Council of Austin (RECA) for his contributions to RECA in 2007, and in 2011 RECA again recognized Tim with the Gary S. Farmer Commendation of Excellence Award. In 2016, RECA honored Tim with one of its highest awards, the Community Service Award.
In 2016, the Capitol Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America honored Tim as its Distinguished Citizen.
Community Involvement
Professional Memberships
Tim is a member of the State Bar of Texas, the Texas Association of Bank Counsel, and the American Bar Association. He is also a Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation.
Community Involvement
Tim is an active leader in many civic and community organizations and activities, with four decades of service in the Austin community.
Tim began his service on the Board of Directors of The Real Estate Council of Austin in 1995. In 2003, Tim served as President of RECA and chaired RECAâs Executive Committee and Board of Directors, as well as sitting on the boards for both the RECA Good Government PAC and the RECA Business MPAC. In 2016, after 20 years as a director, Tim retired from the RECA board. In 2023, Tim was asked to re-join the Board and Executive Committee, a role he continues this year. Tim is serving as Vice Chair of Community Engagement in 2025. He remains active in the RECA Past Chairsâ Council, and he is on the board of the RECA Good Government PAC.
In 2007, Tim became active with the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians, serving as HAAM Benefit Day committee chairman. He continued in that role in 2008 and 2009, also joining the HAAM Board of Directors in 2008. In 2010, he was elected chairman of the HAAM Board, a position he held through December 2012. He continues to serve on the Board of Directors.
Tim has served on Board of Directors of the Central Texas Public Safety Commission (formerly the Greater Austin Crime Commission) since 2011.
In 2012, Tim became one of the five founding directors of the Austin Council on Foreign Affairs, and he continues to serve on the board of directors.
Tim was President of the Headliners Club in 2004, and he served on the Board of Trustees from 1997 to 2009 and from 2011 to 2018. Tim rejoined the Headliners Club Board in 2020. Tim is on the membership committee and also assists with special events, including the Clubâs Monthly National Security Briefing.
In 2006, Tim was appointed by Mayor Will Wynn to the City of Austinâs Affordable Housing Incentives Task Force. Elected as a Co-Chair of that task force, Tim helped guide a diverse group of affordable housing advocates, neighborhood activists, real estate developers, and other stakeholders through a collaborative process that culminated with the Austin City Councilâs passage of an affordable housing incentives ordinance in 2007. In 2013, Austin Mayor Lee Leffingwell asked Tim to serve on the Central Corridor Advisory Group, which worked with the Mayor and the City of Austin Transportation Department on transportation issues.
Tim has served on the Board of Directors and Executive Committee of the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce as well as General Counsel for the Chamber in 2001 and 2002. Tim was instrumental in the establishment of the Greater Austin Economic Development Corporation in 2003, and he served on that Board (which runs the very successful Opportunity Austin economic development program) and as its general counsel until 2015. Tim served as a member of the Board of Directors of The University of Texas Foundation, Inc., an organization dedicated to the educational advancement of the academic and health institutions comprising The University of Texas System, from 2018 through 2022. Tim served on the board of directors of Leadership Austin from 2007-2010. Tim served on the Community Advisory Board for Caritas of Austin from its inception, and he chaired that board in 1996 and in 1998. He is a past president and past board member of the Young Menâs Business League and the Austin YMBL Sunshine Camps and also served on the Board of Directors of the YMBL Sunshine Foundation. Tim has been a long-time supporter of the Dell Childrenâs Medical Center of Central Texas, as a co-founder of the Childrenâs Hospital Council (now the Dell Children’s Council) and serving as co-chair of that Council in 1997 and co-chairing the 1997 Childrenâs Hospital Gala. Tim has served many other charitable and civic organizations in Austin, and he has been a Director of the Capitol Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America, Washington & Lee University Central Texas Alumni Chapter, Center for Battered Women (now SafePlace), Ronald McDonald House, and the West Austin Youth Association. Tim was also a member of the Austin Area Research Organization (AARO) for many years, with a focus on transportation issues.