Strategic Legal Counsel, Backed by Investor Insight

Sophisticated legal solutions for complex real estate transactions.

Building Value Through Legal Excellence

Counsel from Both Sides of the Table

Mote Law Firm PLLC combines the perspective of an active sponsor and developer with the discipline of seasoned legal counsel. This dual experience provides clients with representation that not only addresses legal complexity but also reflects the financial, operational, and strategic realities of real estate projects from acquisition through delivery.

Our practice emphasizes acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, development agreements, capital formation, and risk allocation across all asset classes. We combine legal precision with business judgment to deliver practical solutions that close deals efficiently.

Why Choose Mote Law Firm

  • Former AmLaw 50 partner with Big Law expertise at competitive rates
  • General counsel experience providing sponsor-side perspective
  • 15+ years focused exclusively on commercial real estate
  • Proven track record with $2B+ in closed transactions
  • Expertise in public incentives (380/381/TIRZ/PID)
  • Fractional GC services for ongoing legal support

Practice Areas

Commercial Real Estate Transactions

Structure and negotiate acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and ground leases across industrial, retail, mixed-use, and multifamily projects. Manage the entire development lifecycle from pre-development through vertical construction.

Real Estate Financing

Raise and structure institutional debt and equity from investment firms and family offices. Negotiate senior construction loans, bridge facilities, mezzanine debt, and permanent financing with LifeCos and banks. Coordinate intercreditor agreements and loan compliance.

Capital Formation

Structuring real estate funds, REITs, and syndications. Securities law compliance for real estate offerings and crowdfunding platforms.

Public Incentives & Tax Credits

Secure and negotiate 380/381 economic development agreements, TIRZ reimbursements, utility reimbursements, and PID participation. Build compliance calendars and reimbursement frameworks to maximize value capture from public incentives.

Land Use & Entitlements

Navigating zoning, permitting, and entitlement processes. Representing clients before planning commissions and city councils to secure development rights.

Risk, Insurance & Compliance

Comprehensive risk assessment and mitigation strategies. Insurance coverage analysis and claims advocacy. Regulatory compliance for developers and asset managers.

Mason Mote

Managing Attorney

Former AmLaw 50 partner and general counsel to private equity–backed development and investment firms with 15+ years of experience across the commercial real estate sector. Mason advises sponsors, developers, and investors on the full spectrum of transactions, including acquisitions, developments, dispositions, financings, and joint ventures.

Mason's practice focuses on structuring equity and debt capital stacks, negotiating public–private partnerships (380/381/TIRZ/PID), and managing risk from formation through project delivery. His approach combines sponsor-side judgment with transactional precision to help clients negotiate and close deals strategically and efficiently.

Education

  • J.D., Certificate in International & Comparative Law, Tulane University Law School (2010)
  • B.A., International Studies / Economics, summa cum laude, Loyola University Chicago (2005)

Bar Admissions

  • Texas
American Bar Association Houston AI Board Bastrop Chamber Board Greater Houston Partnership Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star

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Contact Information

Office Location

4201 Main St, Ste 418
Houston, TX 77006

Phone

713.857.0600