Bryant E. Parker

Of Counsel

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Bryant Parker serves as Of Counsel in Crain Caton & James’ Real Estate and Corporate, Business Transactions and Tax practices. He brings over a decade of legal experience focused on commercial real estate, finance, leasing, and private securities offerings, with strength in structuring transactions that balance legal precision with business practicality.

Prior to joining the firm, Bryant served as in-house counsel for one of the largest real estate developers in the Midwestern United States. In that role, he was responsible for all legal aspects of high-level real property acquisitions, leasing, finance, and dispositions. His work also encompassed a substantial portion of the company’s private securities matters, including the preparation and execution of Regulation D offerings in multiple states. He is particularly skilled at tailoring disclosure materials and other documentation to the unique facts and goals of each issuance.

Bryant has negotiated countless retail leases, including triple-net, gross, and hybrid landlord-tenant arrangements. His leasing work is informed by deep familiarity with common provisions such as non-compete covenants, tenant improvement credits, and strategies for amortizing costs in early termination situations. He frequently advises programmatic developers, especially those engaged in franchising—on how to maintain uniform leasing strategies across multiple sites while meeting local legal and business needs.

In addition to his real estate and leasing expertise, Bryant has significant experience negotiating high-dollar loan and credit facility arrangements with both traditional banks and institutional lenders. His advanced degree in taxation enables him to provide clients with sophisticated advice on structuring tax-efficient ownership strategies for real estate assets, including waterfall distributions and equity arrangements within private securities offerings.

Additionally, Bryant’s practice includes corporate governance, contract drafting and negotiation, and cross-border transactions. He has negotiated and implemented multilateral public-private partnerships and government-sponsored economic development packages, including those involving Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC).

Bryant’s unique combination of real estate, corporate, and tax knowledge—shaped by both private practice and in-house experience—makes him a valuable resource for clients engaged in complex, multi-faceted transactions.

Real Estate Transactions

Lead counsel on high-value acquisitions, developments, and dispositions involving commercial, mixed-use, and retail properties
Programmatic investments and portfolio transactions ranging from $10 million to over $300 million
Extensive experience negotiating and drafting retail and commercial leases, including:
- Triple-net, gross, and hybrid leases
- Ground leases and build-to-suit arrangements
- Cell tower and antenna leases
- Multi-tenant retail and shopping center leases
Skilled in handling complex lease provisions, including:
- Non-compete covenants
- Co-tenancy clauses
- Early termination rights and amortization of tenant improvement allowances
Regularly advises franchisors and programmatic developers on scalable leasing strategies across multiple jurisdictions
Experienced in landlord and tenant representation, with an understanding of each party’s financial and operational priorities

Private Securities Offerings

Structuring and executing Regulation D offerings in multiple states
Programs exceeding $50 million in aggregate value
Drafting tailored disclosure materials and investor documentation

Finance Law (Real Property & Corporate Assets)

Negotiation and documentation of complex credit facilities and multi-tranche financings
Transaction values of $35 million and above
Representation of both traditional and institutional lenders

Corporate Law

Strategic legal counsel to private companies, investment vehicles, and entrepreneurs
Sophisticated contract drafting and governance matters

Mergers & Acquisitions

Representation of privately held corporations, founders, and investors
Transaction values ranging from $3 million to over $200 million
Experience across multiple asset classes and business structures

Government and Economic Development

Structuring and implementation of public-private partnerships and economic development agreements
Counsel on government-sponsored incentives, including LIHTC

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Areas of Focus

Education

LL.M. (Tax), University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law
S.J.D. (Doctorate of Judicial Science in Land Use Regulation), University of Kansas School of Law
LL.M. (Urban Affairs), University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law
J.D. Dean’s Honors, Washburn University School of Law
B.A. Summa Cum Laude, Wichita State University