J. David Wicker, Jr.

J. David Wicker, Jr. offers clients reliable legal counsel in real estate development, public finance, and business transactions. He supports individuals and organizations through the full scope of real estate deals, including acquisitions, sales, financing, leasing, and dispositions. He works with developers, lenders, and property owners on projects across sectors such as retail, health care, residential, industrial, office, and mixed-use.

David began his academic journey at Southern Methodist University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 2000. He continued his education at the Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law, obtaining his Juris Doctor in 2003. This strong educational background equips him to approach legal issues with clarity and efficiency.

David also counsels clients on a wide range of commercial and corporate transactions. He advises on business entity formation and structuring, including LLCs, corporations, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships. His experience covers credit facilities, asset-based lending, and real estate finance, helping businesses secure, negotiate, and structure loan agreements that support their growth and long-term objectives.

David has built a reputation for resolving complex legal matters with a practical and hands-on approach. He is involved in documenting and negotiating deals that promote growth and reduce risk. His detailed work supports transactions that power economic development while meeting legal and financial obligations. Clients trust him to manage the legal aspects of projects from beginning to end.

J. David Wicker, Jr. brings knowledge, dedication, and skill to every matter, offering legal solutions that help clients move forward in a competitive landscape. His professional service is reflected in his active roles with organizations like the Tennessee Bar Association, where he served as Chairman of the Real Estate Law Section. He is also a Nashville Downtown Partnership Board Member and contributes to national industry groups. His work has earned honors from Chambers USA and inclusion in Best Lawyers in America® for both banking and real estate law.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Polsinelli
• Member, Nashville Downtown Partnership
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Tennessee Bar Association
• Member, Nashville Bar Association
• Member, National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP)
• Member, International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)

Licensed State

• Tennessee

Education

• Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Southern Methodist University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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