Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

Commercial Real Estate

Partner - Real Estate

Jim Brescoll is a practical real estate attorney with a complex and nationwide practice. REITs, real estate funds, investors, owners, and operators rely on Jim for his pragmatic solutions and thoughtful guidance.  Jim uses the same reasonable approach whether he is handling a purchase, sale, development, financing, joint venture, hotel management or franchise agreement, or other real estate transaction.

While Jim’s practice includes a wide range of sophisticated commercial real estate matters, he is particularly strong in the hospitality, industrial, multifamily and mixed-use sectors. Jim’s no-nonsense approach is valued not only by his clients, but also his colleagues. Jim excels at building effective teams with complimentary skill sets that provide the best level of service for clients. Jim is always interested in learning more about clients and their businesses. Clients, in turn, are keen to tap into Jim's practical ability to get deals done on their timeline. 

CIVIC INVOLVEMENT & HONORS Best Lawyers®: Ones to Watch, Real Estate Law, 2021-Present The American Registry, Ones to Watch, 2021