Christopher H. Milton

Christopher H. Milton brings extensive experience in real estate law, guiding clients through every stage of development, financing, and property operations. He has represented investors, owners, and developers on transactions involving acquisitions, zoning relief, environmental compliance, and construction. His legal work has included projects exceeding hundreds of millions of dollars in value, demonstrating a strong command of complex deals.

Chris earned his A.B. in English, cum laude, from Princeton University before completing his J.D. at the University of Michigan Law School. Licensed to practice in Massachusetts and New Jersey, he has built a respected career rooted in academic excellence and a dedication to providing effective counsel in multifaceted real estate and financial matters.

Chris assists clients in structuring and executing financial transactions, including construction loans, permanent mortgage loans, loan workouts, and restructurings. He has advised on mortgage financing reaching $200 million and represented banks, lenders, and large insurance companies across dozens of high-value deals. His work also spans private equity transactions, joint ventures, and sale and leaseback arrangements.

Chris’s practice covers leasing, acquisitions, dispositions, and operational issues tied to real estate ownership. He counsels on valuation disputes involving eminent domain, agricultural preservation, conservation easements, and tax abatements. His ability to navigate both development and financial challenges allows him to offer comprehensive guidance across the full life cycle of real estate projects.

Christopher H. Milton has been recognized for his professional achievements with inclusion in the Chambers USA Guide in both 2021 and 2023. His reputation is built on handling intricate legal matters with clarity and precision, offering clients practical solutions that advance their goals. With broad knowledge in development, financing, land use, and operational law, he continues to serve as a trusted advocate in real estate transactions and disputes.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig, LLP
• Member, Board of Ambassadors, The Home for Little Wanderers
• Member, Boston Bar Association
• Member, National Association of Office & Industrial Properties (NAIOP)
• Member, Massachusetts Bar Association
• Member, New Jersey State Bar Association
• Member, Real Estate Bar Association
• Former President, The Wellesley Club

Licensed State

• Massachusetts
• New Jersey

Education

• University of Michigan Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Princeton University
  AB in English with Cum Laude

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