Bryan D. Reid

Bryan D. Reid is a skilled real estate attorney who advises institutional investors, financial institutions, and public and private real estate companies. He handles transactions involving acquisitions, dispositions, financing, leasing, and development across the United States. Bryan’s practice covers a wide range of asset types, including student housing, senior housing, office buildings, industrial spaces, retail properties, and multifamily developments, offering clients practical guidance rooted in deep transactional experience.

Bryan earned his J.D. and B.A. from Indiana University. His education built a strong foundation in legal analysis, financial structures, and contractual negotiation. These academic achievements support his ability to evaluate complex real estate documents, manage due diligence, and prepare agreements that help clients protect their interests. His training allows him to navigate challenging matters involving title review, surveys, development agreements, and multi-party governance structures.

Throughout his career, Bryan has drafted and negotiated loan documents, purchase and sale agreements, leases, easement agreements, joint venture agreements, and operating agreements. He also conducts extensive due diligence for domestic and international clients. His work includes representing borrowers and lenders in financing transactions and guiding clients through the legal components of major developments. This broad experience enables him to identify risks early, streamline negotiations, and support clients pursuing strategic real estate investments.

Bryan D. Reid previously served as counsel and associate at national and multinational law firms, representing clients across multiple jurisdictions. He also gained valuable insight while clerking for the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana. His ability to understand client objectives, paired with his detailed transactional approach, makes him a trusted advisor in real estate deals requiring accuracy, efficiency, and careful attention to business goals.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP
• Member, Washington State Bar Association
• Member, Colorado Bar Association
• Member, State Bar of California
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association
• Member, California Lawyer’s Association
• Member, Chicago Bar Association
• Member, Los Angeles County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Washington
• Colorado
• California
• Illinois

Education

• Indiana University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Indiana University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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