Marshall Brown is a boutique real estate law firm focused on delivering practical, business-savvy legal solutions to clients across Chicago and beyond. We combine the depth and experience of a large firm with the agility and personal service of a small one, offering thoughtful, efficient, and cost-effective counsel without unnecessary overhead.

We represent national and regional landlords, developers, institutional investors, and cultural organizations on high-impact projects across the country. Our attorneys are trusted partners on commercial real estate matters, from million-square-foot retail centers to mixed-use urban developments. We advise on every stage of the real estate lifecycle, including site acquisition, leasing, entitlement, financing, joint ventures, and development agreements. Our goal is to provide practical, responsive counsel that drives business forward.

Our team also brings deep experience in leasing and development, and land use and zoning. This includes drafting applications for zoning relief and economic incentives, preparing economic disclosure statements and FOIA requests, and supporting matters before city, county, and suburban municipalities. We are especially known for our work in historic preservation, representing landmark properties and cultural institutions in shaping the city’s built environment.

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