Joseph Etter

Senior Counsel
Corporate Services
Tampa, FL
[email protected]

As Franklin Street’s in-house Senior Counsel, Joseph Etter employs his extensive background in business, construction, and real estate law to guide the company’s overall legal framework. In this respect, he advises the firm and its diverse lines of business in managing litigation risk, contract review and negotiation, advising on regulatory issues and protecting the company’s corporate assets.

Board Certified in Construction Law, Mr. Etter brings valuable experience in providing strategic advice to clients on construction, leasing and development across various property types. He has successfully negotiated numerous multi-million-dollar transactions for developers, contractors and other parties in residential and commercial projects. He is also well-versed in zoning and variance matters, liens and bond claims, delay claims, licensing and all other construction disputes.

Prior to joining Franklin Street in 2022, Mr. Etter was a partner at boutique a business litigation firm, where he chaired the Construction Law Practice Group and sat on its Executive Committee. In that role, he developed a passion for advising organizations on their prospective growth while providing accurate risk assessment and managing exposure to civil and administrative actions.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

  • Member of Florida Bar, Member of Middle and Southern District Courts of Florida
  • Member of Hillsborough County Bar Association
  • Member of St. Petersburg Bar Association
  • Chair of Construction Law Section – St. Petersburg Bar Association

ACCOLADES

  • America’s Top 100 Lawyers – Civil Defense Litigation
  • Super Lawyers – Rising Stars
  • AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell

EDUCATION

  • Stetson University College of Law, Cum Laude
  • University of Central Florida, Bachelor of Science

The Franklin Street experience

Ralph Smalley
I’ve worked with prominent investors across the spectrum throughout my career and having the ability to deliver tailored solutions, full-service capabilities across the lifecycle of an investment—including in-house insurance services— is a significant advantage and exactly what clients are looking for in today’s opportunity filled market
Chris White
Executive Managing Director
Franklin Street’s people-first approach and integrated platform create a unique opportunity to deliver more than real estate transactions by providing strategic guidance for the entire lifecycle of an occupier’s needs.
Rafael Romero
Regional Managing Director
The collaborative environment and excitement around where Franklin Street is today—and where we are going—is palpable and unlike anything else in our industry. Talent is the heartbeat of this business and we’re going to recruit growth-minded people with a hunger for—and track record of— excellence to join our us.
Chibuzor Nnaji
Senior Managing Director
Franklin Street is a client-focused firm dedicated to delivering best-in-class results through tailored commercial real estate solutions. By integrating investment sales with insurance, property management, and other strategic services, we provide clients with a comprehensive platform that creates a distinct competitive advantage.
Jason Donald
Managing Director
Franklin Street offers what I’ve sought throughout my career—a high growth trajectory and a culture that is unlike any other in our industry. We’re targeting high-impact, institutional deals, and no other firm gives you more tools, talent and support to get it done.
Justin Sturdivant
Regional Managing Director
Franklin Street’s unique and strategic platform provides its producers with the tools we need to exceed client expectations. This, combined with the ability to connect clients with all our services for the entire lifecycle of their assets, will result in better outcomes.