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Real estate dealmaker—syndication, funds, development, and business attorney. 40+ years’ experience. Author, speaker, and equity capital advisor at Buchalter.Full Profile
R. Kymn Harp, Shareholder | Buchalter
Trusted real estate and business attorney—helping developers and investors assemble capital, close transactions, and structure partnerships with 40+ years of practical deal-making experience.
The Challenge Developers and Investors Face
Real estate and business projects require experienced counsel who can navigate regulations, raise capital, structure safe and tax-efficient entities, and close complex acquisitions, financings, and joint ventures—while minimizing risk.
My Approach
Kymn Harp applies deep transactional knowledge and business judgment to help clients raise equity, form syndications and funds, and manage every phase of real estate acquisition, development, and operation. He customizes operating agreements, private placement memoranda, and investment vehicles that allow developers to leverage capital, limit risk, and retain control—always focusing on practical execution and project goals.
Core Services
- Real estate syndication and fund creation (Reg D, PPM, LLC/LP structures)
- Public-private partnerships (P3), TIF, air-rights, and development agreements
- Acquisition, disposition, and due diligence
- Commercial, industrial, and ground leasing
- 1031 exchanges, TIC agreements, and joint ventures
- Business entity formation, mergers, and investment structuring
- Business counseling for companies and investors—including QSBS tax planning
Proven Results
Kymn has helped clients raise equity, structure joint ventures, and close complex projects nationwide—partnering on deals that integrate tax credits, clean energy, and creative capital formation. He works seamlessly with Buchalter colleagues on REITs, LIHTC, NMTC, HTC, PACE, and other incentive-driven projects to maximize client advantages.
Why Clients Choose Kymn
Clients value Kymn’s direct communication, comprehensive perspective, and industry leadership—as a trusted dealmaker, frequent speaker, and published author focused on due diligence, closing, and complex structuring.
Core Competencies
- Real estate syndication and capital raising
- Development deals and public-private partnerships
- Private equity, fund creation, and PPM drafting
- Tax credits, REITs, and structured finance
- Business counsel and entity structuring
- Due diligence and closing management
About R. Kymn Harp
A Shareholder in Buchalter’s Real Estate Practice, Kymn is widely recognized as an expert in syndication, development, partnership structuring, and business investments. He is a frequent author and speaker and the author of two authoritative books on commercial real estate, including “Illinois Commercial Real Estate – Due Diligence to Closing.”
Philosophy
Every transaction and entity should be structured with foresight, tailored risk management, and a practical focus on client objectives.
Ready for Experienced Real Estate Legal Counsel?
Contact R. Kymn Harp at Buchalter for equity raising, transactional strategy, and business-focused real estate solutions.
Email: kharp@buchalter.com
Phone: (312) 525-2073
Website: buchalter.com/lawyer/r-kymn-harp/
