Real Estate
At Jackson Walker, our real estate clients see us as more than just lawyers. We are their business counselors, transactional advisors, risk managers, and growth strategists, as well as their guides through the legal landscape between their aspirations and their accomplishments.
Our experience extends across all asset types, in both regional and national markets. We work with a variety of clients on both sides of the negotiating table and through business cycles, from growth to decline. Such exposure allows us to see all aspects of the transaction and the market to anticipate issues and determine the best course to meet our clientsâ goals.
In todayâs business climate, deals can be won or lost in a matter of daysâeven hoursâmaking prompt response time critical. Streamlined processes contribute greatly to the cost-effective services we are able to provide our real estate clients. It is this combination of experience, promptness, and precise processes that makes Jackson Walkerâs real estate attorneys a premier group.
We recognize that every transaction is unique, and we find creative responses to the issues our clients face. We manage complex and multi-disciplinary transactions involving numerous players and guide them to a timely and successful close. True to our partnering philosophy, what matters to us is the satisfaction of our clientsâŚnot the size of the deal.
Beyond the Basics
Our Real Estate attorneys excel at the fundamentals of the business â assisting clients with buying, selling, developing, and operating properties. But weâre not satisfied with covering the usual bases. Our attorneys represent clients and handle matters in all the areas listed on the navigation links on the right side of this page.
Our real estate practice extends from coast to coast. Weâve represented clients and conducted real estate, land use, and financial transactions in 46 states, plus Mexico, Canada, Jamaica, the Bahamas, and more.
July 21, 2025
Attorney News
Nineteen Jackson Walker Attorneys Recognized by â360 West Magazineâ as Top Fort Worth Lawyers in 2025
Jackson Walker is proud to celebrate 19 attorneys recognized as 2025 âTop Attorneysâ by 360 West Magazine for their outstanding work across Fort Worthâs legal community. Congratulations to all the honorees!
July 17, 2025
Insights
Fair Notice Drafting: Indemnity Clauses that Stand Up in Texas Courts
By John David Kirby and Travis W. McNellie
Indemnity clauses are essential tools for allocating risks in contracts. At their basis, they protect the indemnified party by shifting the costs of a lossâoften arising under some form of vicarious, constructive, derivative, or technical liabilityâto the indemnifying party.
July 15, 2025
Attorney News
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.
June 24, 2025
Insights
Analysis of Texas S.B. No. 17 Restricting Foreign Ownership of Real Property in Texas
By Robert L. Soza, Jr. and Jenny Roan Forgey
Texas has enacted significant new legislation, effective September 1, 2025, that imposes sweeping restrictions on the purchase or acquisition of real property by certain foreign individuals, entities, and governments.
June 5, 2025
Spotlight
Chambers and Partners Releases 2025 USA Guide Featuring 79 Jackson Walker Attorneys and 28 Ranked Departments
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has selected 79 attorneys and 28 departments for inclusion in the 2025 edition of the Global and USA guides. Attorneys were ranked across 29 departments, with 4 attorneys listed among multiple areas, 9 ranked nationwide in their respective areas, and 12 recognized for the first time.
June 4, 2025
Attorney News
Lindsey Kellam Valenta and Lauren Hunsaker Named to 2025-2026 HBA Real Estate Law Section Leadership
Jackson Walker proudly congratulates Lindsey Kellam Valenta and Lauren Hunsaker on their elections to leadership positions within the Houston Bar Associationâs Real Estate Law Section for the 2025-2026 term.
May 6, 2025
Spotlight
In Memoriam: A Tribute to Michael Kuhn
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our friend and partner Michael Kuhn on April 15, 2025. Michael was a cherished member of our team and a beloved friend to many. His contributions to our firm and the legal community were immense, and his presence will be profoundly missed.
April 25, 2025
Attorney News
Jackson Walker Congratulates 21 Attorneys Named Among 2025 “Best Lawyers in Dallas”
Jackson Walker congratulates the 21 attorneys recognized among D Magazineâs list of the âBest Lawyers in Dallasâ for 2025. For recognition in the list, Dallas attorneys must be nominated by their peers on the basis that they offer unmatched counsel in one of 40 categories.
April 7, 2025
Attorney News
Thad Armstrong Elected to American College of Real Estate Lawyers
Congratulations to Thad Armstrong on being elected a Fellow of the American College of Real Estate Lawyers! His dedication to excellence in commercial real estate law continues to set the bar.
April 7, 2025
Attorney News
Heidi Angel Elected to Board of Directors for the Tarrant County Bar Association
Jackson Walker proudly congratulates Heidi Angel on her election to the Tarrant County Bar Association Board of Directors for 2025-2026! Her leadership and expertise in trusts & estates will be a great asset to the TCBA and the local legal community.
