I love bringing diverse public sector and private sector parties together, to develop and finance projects that have a positive impact on our communities. With a background in commercial real estate finance and project management, I appreciate the practical implications of transactional documents and the importance of working collaboratively to get deals done in an efficient, timely and collegial manner. Before I became a lawyer, I gained valuable project management experience leading restaurant builds and openings, technology initiatives and developing training and operational guidelines in compliance with local, state and federal law. Through two decades of professional experience, I have developed leadership and problem-solving skills that allow me to be adaptable and deftly navigate complex legal and financial matters when serving client needs.
Chelsea’s expertise broadly focuses on real estate finance transactions, offering comprehensive guidance in acquisition, development, construction and permanent financing transactions for industrial buildings, multifamily projects, charter schools, and mixed-use urban infill development across the United States. She regularly advises clients on financing complex projects involving tax incentives, municipal development programs, multiple funding streams and sophisticated joint-venture partnerships.
Chelsea’s practice addresses foundational concerns such as titles and survey maters, existing entitlements, and navigating construction and financing hurdles. Her prior professional experience on the leadership team of a growing restaurant chain helped her develop the ability to work quickly, research and resolve complex problems and strategically adapt under pressure and tight deadlines. With her years of professional experience, Chelsea serves as a trusted advisor, helping her clients navigate the complexities of commercial real estate transactions and achieve their objectives effectively and efficiently.
Prior to joining the firm, Chelsea worked as a commercial real estate finance associate at a prominent Denver real estate firm. During law school, she interned for the Honorable William Hood, III of the Colorado Supreme Court and Senior Administrative Law Judge Edwin L. Felter, Jr. of the Colorado Office of Administrative Courts. She was also the Case Note and Comment Editor for the Denver Law Review.
