Stephen N. Etheredge

Managing Risk in Real Estate Deals

Because his clients range from publicly traded companies to single developers and everything in between, Steve understands how needs and risk profiles change with varied transactions and as companies grow or when there is a change in market conditions. He develops valuable personal relationships by working closely with dealmakers at all tiers of an organization, from the general counsel and CEO to managing director, property manager, or owner. This allows him to see the business side of every deal and thus approach the legal side with a bottom-line focus.

He gets deals done, efficiently, by first focusing on what is important to the client. Based on his broad and deep experience, Steve has developed an exceptional ability to spot, explain, and mitigate risk. This makes him a valuable resource, negotiator, and dealmaker for his clients both during strong real estate markets and during downturns.

Creating Rock-Solid Deals

With larger, more complex transactions, including multi-state, half-billion dollar portfolio transactions, Steve efficiently quarterbacks a lean Allen Matkins lawyer team, using associates judiciously to help keep costs down, and consulting subject-matter authorities in environmental, tax, or land-use issues to create rock-solid deals. His knowledgeable oversight assures that no work is being duplicated and nothing is slipping through the cracks.

His wide breadth of experience is a bonus for clients. While he handles their most important real estate transactions, Steve also helps them with general real estate and business questions and issues.

Overall, Steve is best known for working both hard and smart to build successful deals, outcomes, and client enterprises.

Accolades

• Selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers' Northern California Rising Stars (2015)