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Winstead Shareholder David F. Johnson recently shared his courtroom expertise at the State Bar of Texas’ inaugural “Becoming a Fiduciary Litigator” course in Fort Worth. David served as both moderator and panelist, leading a discussion on trial strategy with Hon. Brian Stagner and Sarah Patel Pacheco. The panelists covered every stage of a fiduciary case, from jury selection and opening statements to witness examination and closing arguments. Learn more here and read David's newest article “Oral Advocacy in Fiduciary Litigation”: https://lnkd.in/ehz87GVg #FiduciaryLitigation #TrialAdvocacy

Congratulations to Winstead Shareholder Robert Bass, who was honored with the 2026 Pioneer Award by the Construction Law Foundation of Texas and the Construction Law Section of the State Bar of Texas. Winstead Shareholders Michelle Rieger and Stewart Whitehead attended the event to present the award to Robert and celebrate his outstanding achievements. This prestigious award is a recognition reserved for individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to the practice of construction law in Texas. Whether acting as "outside general counsel" to develop sophisticated contracting templates or mentoring the next generation of industry leaders, Robert’s impact on our firm and the Texas legal community is immeasurable. Please join us in congratulating Robert on this recognition and his career-long dedication to excellence. #ConstructionLaw #StateBarofTexas #PioneerAward #LegalExcellence

In their latest blog post, Winstead Shareholders Bob Burton and Preston Patten continue their discussion of the condominium supply crisis, this time focusing on the critical role of financing policy. Fannie Mae’s recently released Lender Letter LL-2026-03 introduces technical changes that could have significant real-world consequences for housing affordability. While intended to address risk, these updates, which include eliminating "Limited Review" and increasing reserve requirements, risk pushing many projects into "non-warrantable" status. The result? Higher interest rates, larger down payments, and a shrinking pool of eligible buyers at a time when attainable housing is needed most. Read the full blog post here: https://lnkd.in/gXmfgUsm... #AffordableHousing #CondoMarket #RealEstateDevelopment

A big thank you to all our clients and friends who joined us for Winstead’s Annual March Madness event in Dallas and Houston. It was a pleasure to step away from our computers to enjoy some great food, better company, and the opening rounds of the tournament. We value the partnerships we’ve built with each of you, and events like these remind us why we do what we do. Now that the games are in full swing—good luck with your brackets! May your favorite teams keep playing and your Final Four remain intact. #JoinWinstead #MarchMadness

Welcome Jack King to Winstead’s Nashville office! Jack joins our Real Estate Development & Investments Practice Group. His practice focuses on the entire life cycle of real estate projects, with a particular emphasis on the acquisition, development, financing, and disposition of commercial assets. Throughout his career, Jack has worked closely with developers, investors, and closely held companies to navigate the complexities of purchase and sale agreements, joint venture arrangements, and risk allocation. His background also includes significant experience in the M&A space, representing both private equity-backed buyers and entrepreneurial sellers in a variety of transactions. Jack earned his J.D. from the University of Tennessee Winston College of Law. Please join us in welcoming Jack to the team! #JoinWinstead #RealEstateDevelopment

When drafting governance for mixed-use projects, the costliest mistake a developer can make is relying on a residential-style template. As Winstead Shareholder Bob Burton explains in his latest blog post, the "delta" between residential and mixed-use regimes is more than structural—it is psychological and economic as well. A homebuilder focused on rapid turnover operates on a fundamentally different risk profile than a commercial anchor invested for the long haul. Bob breaks down the strategic framework for designing governance that lowers negotiation friction and safeguards long-term asset value. Read the full blog post here: https://lnkd.in/ghF2WZnt #MixedUseDevelopment #RealEstateLaw #ForwardMarketability #PropertyGovernance

Winstead welcomes Darian Mendez to our Austin office! Darian joins our Corporate, Securities/M&A Practice Group. He specializes in technology and IP matters at the core of business operations, including structuring and negotiating SaaS agreements, licensing deals, and commercial contracts. Acting as a strategic partner, Darian often serves as outside counsel to align legal frameworks with broader corporate objectives. He works closely with internal stakeholders to navigate the regulatory and operational nuances of high-stakes technology transactions. Darian earned his J.D. from the University of Colorado Law School. Please join us in welcoming Darian to the team! #JoinWinstead #IPLaw

Winstead’s Elizabeth Holland recently moderated a panel discussion for CREW Nashville. She was joined by Winstead Shareholder Emily Lamb and Nashville Metro Planning Department Deputy Executive Director Lisa Milligan in a thoughtful exploration of the city’s evolving urban landscape. The discussion focused on the intersection of Opportunity Zones and the East Bank development. As Nashville continues its rapid growth, the panel highlighted the importance of public-private collaboration in shaping a sustainable and vibrant waterfront district. Thank you to CREW Nashville for their outstanding leadership and for hosting another impactful event. #CREWNashville #EastBankDevelopment #OpportunityZones #WinsteadNashville #WomenInRealEstate

Winstead congratulates its client, Merus, on establishing the state’s first Infrastructure Development District (IDD) supporting the Station Camp multi-use project in Gallatin, Tennessee. Led by Nashville-based Winstead Shareholder Keith Randall and Patrick Poole of Merus, along with Rick Rosenberg of DPFG, the team successfully petitioned for the creation of the IDD under the Tennessee Real Estate Infrastructure Development Act of 2025. The Big Station Camp IDD lays the groundwork for the Station Camp project development featuring nearly 133,000 square feet of retail and medical office space complemented by 178 senior housing units, 76 single-family homes, 45 townhomes, and 300 multifamily units. The IDD ensures that key infrastructure, especially major upgrades to Big Station Camp Blvd at SR 386, is financed through private assessments. Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/gf7wAKYN #InfrastructureDevelopment #BigStationCamp #Gallatin

Winstead is gearing up for our annual Winstead Healthcare Real Estate and Construction Forum next month in Nashville. This year’s event brings together leaders from across the industry for panel discussions and networking opportunities designed to foster connections among professionals. If you’re a developer, lender, REIT, investor, or healthcare provider, this forum is a powerful opportunity to learn best practices, explore emerging trends, and help shape what’s next in healthcare real estate. 📄View the full agenda here: https://lnkd.in/gBzBBkzz Interested in attending? Email Britney McCown for more details: bmmccown@winstead.com #JoinWinstead #HCREForum #HealthcareRealEstate