Franklin Street is pleased to introduce our new Senior Counsel, Joseph Etter! In this role, Joseph will guide the company’s overall legal framework, while advising the firm and its diverse lines of business in managing litigation risk, contract review and negotiation, and protecting the company’s corporate assets.
Board Certified in Construction Law, Joseph 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, licensing and all other construction disputes.
“Joe’s vast experience advising owners and users of commercial real estate space through complex legal matters makes him a great asset to our team,” said Franklin Street CEO Matthew Harrell. “His expertise serves as a value-add for both our producers and clients and will be vital to our firm as we continue to grow at a rapid pace.”
Joseph comes most recently from a boutique business litigation law 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.