Aaron Bass

Aaron Bass is a Michigan real estate lawyer and partner who represents clients in commercial real estate transactions across the US. His practice focuses on acquisitions, dispositions, development, financing, restructuring, and leasing. He works with real estate owners, operators, and users on projects involving office, industrial, multifamily, hospitality, lodging, and retail properties. His transactional work helps clients address legal and business issues connected with significant real estate investments.

Aaron earned a J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School and a B.B.A. from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business. His business education provides a practical foundation for evaluating financial and commercial considerations in real estate transactions. His legal training supports his work involving property acquisitions, financing structures, development agreements, leasing arrangements, and other complex transactions affecting owners and investors.

Aaron has experience with real estate projects and transactions throughout the US. His work includes development, financing, restructuring, and leasing matters involving a range of commercial property types. Earlier in his career, he gained experience in debt and capital markets before concentrating on real estate law. This financial background supports his understanding of transaction structures, financing needs, investment considerations, and commercial objectives in sophisticated property matters.

Aaron Bass has received Michigan Super Lawyers recognition for his real estate practice, following earlier selections to the Rising Stars list. He has participated in professional organizations connected with commercial real estate and has spoken on industry topics. His practice combines real estate knowledge with a business-focused perspective, helping owners, operators, investors, and users structure transactions and address financing, development, leasing, and property-related concerns.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Honigman LLP
• Member, State Bar of Michigan, Business Law Section
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Oakland County Bar Association
• Member, Urban Land Institute

Licensed State

• Michigan

Education

• University of Michigan Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Michigan Ross School of Business
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

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