J. Colter Harris - Dallas, TX
J. Colter Harris is a partner at Jackson Walker in Dallas, delivering premier commercial real estate finance, asset-based lending, and urban redevelopment counsel for top financial institutions and developers.
Sophisticated Real Estate Finance and Commercial Lending in Dallas
Executing high-value real estate transactions and structuring multi-tier credit facilities demands rigorous financial command and deep market insight. Located on the 60th floor of Bank of America Plaza at 901 Main Street in downtown Dallas, J. Colter Harris is a senior partner in the Finance and Banking and Real Estate practice groups at Jackson Walker LLP. A graduate of Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center who earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Texas at Austin, attorney Harris has practiced law in Texas since 1994. Nationally ranked by Chambers USA and recognized for over a decade in The Best Lawyers in America, he represents some of the nation's largest financial institutions, institutional lenders, and premier commercial developers in complex transactions across Texas and the United States.
Complex Commercial Real Estate Financing and Lending
Navigating debt capital markets requires precise documentation and strategic structuring to protect creditor collateral and sponsor liquidity. When financial institutions and capital providers need to hire an attorney to close sophisticated loan facilities, Colter Harris delivers exceptional transactional execution. Operating as preeminent commercial real estate lawyers, his practice spans:
- Construction financing, permanent mortgage loans, and syndicated credit facilities secured by office towers, industrial logistics parks, and multifamily assets.
- Multi-tier capital structures, including senior debt, mezzanine loans, preferred equity, and complex intercreditor arrangements.
- Asset-based lending (ABL) facilities and revolving lines of credit secured by real estate, inventory, equipment, and corporate assets.
- Loan workouts, debt restructurings, forbearance agreements, and distressed debt acquisitions.
By anticipating regulatory developments and structuring watertight security instruments, attorney Harris ensures that lenders and corporate borrowers close high-stakes financing packages smoothly.
Urban Redevelopment and Historic Central Business District Projects
Revitalizing urban cores requires intricate coordination between private development capital and public sector incentives. Attorney Harris has been integrally involved in the transformation and adaptive reuse of numerous landmark historic properties throughout the Dallas Central Business District. Serving as dedicated business and real estate lawyers, he advises developers and lenders on:
- Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreements and municipal economic development incentives under Chapter 380 of the Texas Local Government Code.
- Federal and Texas state historic rehabilitation tax credits, structuring equity syndications and compliance covenants.
- Commercial property acquisitions, site development agreements, zoning covenants, and long-term dispositions.
- Comprehensive contract lawyers reviewing ground leases, architectural agreements, and general contractor documentation.
Distinguished Legal Leadership in the Texas Commercial Market
With more than three decades of transactional leadership, J. Colter Harris is recognized among the foremost banking and finance lawyers in the Southwest. His active involvement in The Real Estate Council (TREC), the Dallas Bar Association, and the Greater Dallas Chamber of Commerce Leadership Dallas program reflects his enduring commitment to the commercial vitality of North Texas. Working from Jackson Walker's Dallas headquarters, he leverages the resources of more than 500 attorneys across Texas to deliver comprehensive corporate support.
Connect with J. Colter Harris at Jackson Walker in Dallas
Whether you are structuring a multi-million dollar syndicated real estate loan, acquiring core commercial assets, or undertaking an ambitious historic redevelopment, attorney Harris provides the experience and seasoning required to achieve your business objectives. When you need to find a lawyer with elite commercial lending experience, contact Jackson Walker in Dallas to arrange an executive legal consultation.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the heart of the Main Street District in Downtown Dallas, a vibrant commercial center situated near the historic West End.
Building Location
The office is situated within the iconic Bank of America Plaza at 901 Main Street, which is the tallest skyscraper in Dallas (72 stories), famously outlined in green LED lighting. Nearby landmarks include the scenic Civic Garden and popular local restaurants like Dickey's Barbecue Pit.
Parking Details
For clients, multiple paid surface parking lots are available nearby. Additionally, the complex provides ample public parking, including valet parking services, visitor parking on the Grand Plaza, and covered parking in the adjacent 14-story parking garage connected directly to the tower.
Public Transit
Served by Dallas Area Rapid Transit Blue, Red, Orange, and Green Lines; nearest stop is at West End Station.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the main entrance of Bank of America Plaza, check in at the security desk in the grand lobby, and take the passenger elevators up to the 60th floor to find Suite 6000.