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Gregory Lesak

Real Estate Law

3744 Julington Creek Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32223, USA

Gregory J. Lesak, Jr., special counsel at Jimerson Birr, focuses on having a deep understanding of the underlying business and specific needs of his clients. He is results-driven and aggressive, but most importantly, being cost-effective is at the forefront of everything that Mr. Lesak does. Over the years, he has developed a unique perspective for assisting clients, gained from significant experience as a transactional attorney, a litigation attorney, and as in-house counsel for a large publicly traded company. As such, he has served as both the client and the attorney, which uniquely equips him to fully understand the business needs of clients and solve problems. As a solutions-focused lawyer grounded by extensive business knowledge, when representing clients, Mr. Lesak focuses on problem solving and sees this as the core role counsel should play. Prior to joining Jimerson Birr, Mr. Lesak was in-house counsel for a large publicly traded company after working as an attorney for several prominent law firms specializing in complex commercial litigation and real estate development. Over the years, he has developed a diverse skill set by working on a wide range of matters. Specifically, Mr. Lesak started his legal career with a local law firm doing large real estate transactional and land use work before transitioning to complex commercial litigation. From there, he would transition to serve as in-house counsel leading multiple attorneys and litigation matters, and also creating and managing a large contracting program for the company. Managing litigation over the years has allowed him to develop a strong understanding of risk versus reward as well as case value, which he utilizes in every matter he works on to this day. Mr. Lesak has particular expertise in landlord tenant leasing and dispute resolution, construction contracting and dispute resolution, complex commercial litigation, insurance disputes, and client contract drafting and negotiations. Additionally, he has extensive expertise in contract automation and cyber security.

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Herbert L. Wisebrod, K.C.

Herbert L. Wisebrod, K.C.

Distinguished Lawyer

Real Estate Law

4881 Yonge St, 8th Floor, Toronto, Ontario m2n5x3

Herbert L. Wisebrod, Q.C. practices in the firm’s real estate and land development department. Herbert acts for many of the largest financial institutions, developers, and homebuilders in all facets of real estate law. Herb’s practice ranges from initial land acquisition and financing to land development, commercial leasing, and sales of commercial, industrial, and residential properties. He was appointed Queen’s Counsel in 1981 and is a recipient of a certificate in Alternative Dispute Resolution from York University. He is also a qualified mediator.

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Iyengaran Rajkumar

Iyengaran Rajkumar

Distinguished Lawyer

Real Estate Law

218 Export Boulevard, 302, Mississauga, Ontario L5S0A7

Iyengaran is an accomplished lawyer practicing in Ontario, specializing in Real Estate, Civil Litigation, and Wills and Estates. With a strong foundation built over five years, he has successfully represented clients in a variety of legal matters, gaining valuable experience in the Ontario Small Claims Court, Ontario Superior Court of Justice and Ontario Court of Justice including Simplified Procedure. His practice is marked by a deep commitment to his clients and a track record of success. He has handled multiple litigation cases, all of which have been resolved favorably for his clients. This impressive record in such a short tenure demonstrates his skill, diligence, and strategic approach to the law. In Real Estate, Iyengaran guides clients through complex transactions with precision and a keen eye for detail, ensuring seamless closings and protecting their interests. His expertise in Wills and Estates allows him to provide comprehensive estate planning services, offering peace of mind to individuals and families. In Civil Litigation, his aggressive yet sophisticated legal strategy has consistently delivered favorable outcomes. Iyengaran is dedicated to achieving the best possible results for his clients, whether through negotiation, settlement, or trial. His reputation for excellence is built on a foundation of hard work, legal acumen, and an unwavering commitment to justice.

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J. Clifford Lantz

J. Clifford Lantz

Distinguished Lawyer

Real Estate Law

1201 Peachtree St NE suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30361, USA

J. Clifford Lantz, J.D., M.B.A., B.A. Cliff Lantz is a commercial real estate attorney and has been practicing law for more than 20 years. He currently represents a variety of commercial real estate clients, via his law firm The Lantz Law Firm, LLC, including a solar energy company backed by one of the largest private equity firms in the world, which has active projects across the United States. He has been a speaker at conferences around the country and in the Atlanta area regarding real estate transactional and finance topics. Mr. Lantz received his Juris Doctor degree, with honors, from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, where he was a Managing Editor of the Emory Law Journal and a Dean's Teaching Fellow. He also earned a Masters in Business Administration degree from Emory University's Goizueta Business School, where he co-founded the Goizueta Real Estate Group, a student group focused on the commercial real estate industry.

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J. Kevin Renfro

Real Estate Law

217 E Broadway Ave, Maryville, TN 37804, USA

J. Kevin Renfro was born in 1961 in Blount County, Tennessee. He graduated high school from Heritage High School in Blount County, Tennessee in 1979. Kevin graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville with degree in Business Administration in 1983. Kevin the earned a Doctor of Jurisprudence Degree from the University of Tennessee College of Law in 1986 where he earned the American Jurisprudence Award and was a member of Phi Delta Phi Law Fraternity. Kevin was listed in Who’s Who among practicing attorneys in 1990 and subsequently in 1992 in Who’s Who Among Rising Young Americans. He was recently awarded the Martindale-Hubbell Client Distinction Award. His practice is exclusively dedicated to real property, land, title, banking, and commercial law. He performs title searches and closing for numerous clients. Kevin is admitted to practice in the State and Federal Courts of the State of Tennessee and is a member of the American, Tennessee, Knox County, and Blount County Bar Associations, as well as the Tennessee Land Title Association and the American Land Title Association. Kevin is an active member at Mount Lebanon Baptist Church in Maryville, Tennessee where he serves as a Deacon, Trustee, and Sunday school teacher. He is married to his wife, Danna Renfro, and has two children, Douglas Renfro and Karah Renfro. His hobbies include hiking and working out.

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