David Paulson's practice centers around the representation of commercial lenders in intricate real estate finance transactions and the resolution and restructuring of distressed loans. He has significant experience representing lenders with respect to both the origination and restructuring of construction, permanent, shared appreciation, and other secured and unsecured financings and in the participation and syndication of loans, particularly for hotel properties, golf resorts, and shopping malls.
David's areas of special focus include real estate investment trust (REIT) finance, hospitality finance, homebuilder lines of credit, senior housing, note purchases and sales, and mezzanine, A/B, and other forms of subordinated financing. Additionally, a significant portion of his time is spent working out troubled credits.
Clients for which David regularly works on substantial financing matters include Bank of America, BBVA/Compass Bank, Deutsche Bank, JPMorgan, KeyBank, PNC Bank, US Bank, and Wells Fargo Bank.
David helps coordinate Jones Day's Real Estate Finance Practice and frequently presents seminars and trainings for financial institution clients on all aspects of real estate financing and workouts.
Experience
- University of Michigan (J.D. cum laude 1997; Executive Technology Editor, Michigan Telecommunications & Technology Law Review; Contributing Editor, Michigan Law Review); Cornell University (B.A. in Government with distinction 1990)
- California