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A Premier Real Estate Finance Attorney at Goulston & Storrs
Darren M. Baird is a distinguished director in the Real Estate Group at Goulston & Storrs, an Am Law 200 firm renowned for its preeminence in real estate law. 🏛️ From the firm’s Boston headquarters, Darren operates at the highest levels of the commercial real estate finance industry, serving as a trusted advisor and lead counsel to the nation’s most sophisticated institutional lenders. His practice is exclusively focused on representing banks, insurance companies, and debt funds in complex, high-value financing transactions that shape skylines across the United States. With a pragmatic and business-oriented approach, Darren is known for his ability to navigate intricate deal structures and bring even the most challenging transactions to a successful closing, protecting his clients’ interests every step of the way.
Specialized Expertise in Commercial Real Estate Finance
Darren’s practice is dedicated to the lender’s side of complex real estate financing. He has a wealth of experience handling a wide array of loan types and property classes, consistently delivering results on deals often valued in the hundreds of millions of dollars. His deep industry knowledge makes him an invaluable partner to his clients. 💰
- Construction and Development Loans: He represents lenders in financing major ground-up construction and redevelopment projects, requiring a deep understanding of the unique risks and complexities of development.
- Permanent and Term Financing: He handles the permanent financing and refinancing of stabilized assets across all major property types, including office towers, life sciences campuses, retail centers, industrial facilities, and multifamily residential complexes.
- Mezzanine and Subordinate Debt: Darren is skilled in structuring and negotiating complex capital stacks, including mezzanine loans and other forms of subordinate financing.
- Loan Workouts and Restructuring: When loans become distressed, he provides strategic counsel on workouts, restructurings, and enforcement of remedies to protect the lender’s position.
A Recognized Leader in the Field
Darren Baird’s excellence and dedication to his craft are consistently recognized by his peers and leading legal industry publications. 🏆 His inclusion in prestigious lists such as The Best Lawyers in America© for Real Estate Law, Chambers USA, and Super Lawyers® underscores his standing as a top-tier attorney in his field. This recognition is a direct reflection of his sophisticated legal skill and his unwavering commitment to achieving his clients’ business objectives.
Specializing In
Commercial Real Estate Finance, Real Estate Lending, Construction Loans, Mezzanine Financing, Loan Workouts, Portfolio Loans, Syndicated Loans
Address & Location
Located along the scenic Waterfront district of Boston, overlooking the historic harbor and the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway.
Building Location
This is a handsome 6-story commercial office building constructed of brick and timber, historically known as the Atlantic Building, located directly adjacent to Rowes Wharf and steps away from James Hook & Co. restaurant.
Suite Access
Enter through the building’s main lobby of the Atlantic Building on Atlantic Avenue, where you can use the passenger elevator to reach the offices.
Parking Details
Paid secure public parking is available nearby at the Rowes Wharf Garage or The Garage at Post Office Square, which is a premier underground option.
Public Transit
Served by MBTA Route 4 (North Station); nearest stop is at Atlantic Ave @ Rowes Wharf.
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