Maximizing Value in Distressed Commercial Real Estate
Bracewell’s real estate special situations team represents lenders, CMBS master and special servicers, private equity funds and other capital providers in distressed commercial real estate matters, including loan defaults, enforcement actions, restructurings and commercial real estate loan workouts.
Strategic Counsel for Distressed Real Estate
Market shifts, credit walls and operational challenges require legal counsel capable of coordinating litigation, restructuring and transactional strategy. We draw on the strengths of our real estate, commercial litigation, financial restructuring, finance, tax and environmental practices to deliver practical solutions that help clients protect their position and recover value.
Integrated Capabilities for Distressed Real Estate Assets
Bracewell’s integrated team provides comprehensive support at every stage of the resolution process.
Loan Enforcement, Foreclosure and Litigation
We act quickly to secure and protect assets through strategic enforcement actions, including default notices, receivership actions and guarantee lawsuits.
Bankruptcy, Restructuring and Loan Workouts
When borrowers seek bankruptcy protection, our restructuring lawyers pursue relief from the automatic stay and guide clients through complex restructuring scenarios.
Asset Stabilization and Property-Level Disputes
Stabilizing a distressed asset often requires resolving operational issues at the property level. Our team handles tenant enforcement actions, lease negotiations and disputes involving reciprocal access agreements and other operational matters.
Regulatory, Tax and Environmental Issues
Distressed real estate assets frequently present regulatory and structural challenges. Our tax, environmental and regulatory teams help clients address issues such as REMIC compliance, environmental liability and other risks affecting asset value.
Loan Assumptions, Modifications and Portfolio Sales
When it is time to reposition or exit an investment, we advise on loan modifications, assumptions and portfolio sales designed to maximize recovery and long-term value.
