Overview
Driving Innovation Through Collaborative Development
From revitalizing urban neighborhoods to building critical infrastructure, Public-Private Partnerships (P3s) are powerful vehicles for driving economic growth and meeting community needs. At Michael Best, we help businesses and government entities forge successful partnerships that create enduring value.
Our P3 team provides comprehensive legal counsel across every phase of a project—from concept and planning to financing, procurement, construction, and long-term operations. Leveraging the diverse expertise of attorneys across our firm, we offer a seamless, multidisciplinary approach that ensures every legal facet is covered.
Whether structuring a partnership, resolving disputes, securing environmental funding, or negotiating complex agreements, our team is equipped to guide you through every challenge. We also collaborate closely with our affiliate, Michael Best Strategies, to provide strategic advice on government relations, public affairs, and business strategy.
Our Approach: A Multidisciplinary P3 Strategy
Our approach to Public-Private Partnerships is rooted in collaboration, innovation, and legal precision. We combine deep industry knowledge with cross-disciplinary legal capabilities to deliver tailored solutions across a wide range of sectors.
Every P3 project presents unique financial, regulatory, and political complexities. By working in close coordination with clients, consultants, government agencies, elected officials, and community stakeholders, we help navigate these challenges and bring transformative projects to life.
Focus Areas
We guide developers and municipalities through complex mixed-use projects that revitalize urban spaces. Our team balances the diverse needs of stakeholders and integrates multiple property uses—such as sports venues, hotels, offices, residential units, and retail—into cohesive, financially sound developments.
Our dedicated Higher Education practice helps institutions navigate the intricacies of P3 projects, allowing them to focus on their academic mission. We support developments that include administrative buildings, student housing, retail, transit, and more.
With a top-ranked Energy practice, we assist clients in developing P3 energy projects ranging from transmission lines and pipelines to renewable energy facilities. Our services span financing, permitting, regulatory compliance, and operational agreements.
We support both social and public infrastructure projects, including government buildings, hospitals, sports stadiums, roads, bridges, airports, and water systems. Whether you need full-scope legal services or targeted support, we’re ready to help.
We advise on the development and operation of hotels, resorts, and convention centers. Our team structures partnerships that deliver mutual benefits to public and private stakeholders, including incentive agreements and tax-sharing arrangements.
We serve as legal counsel for sports and entertainment facilities, assisting with development, financing, and construction. Our experience includes negotiating arena licenses and securing long-term team commitments that boost local economies.
Our attorneys help bring cultural projects to life—museums, theaters, and historical sites—by resolving complex legal issues and coordinating among multiple stakeholders. These projects often require a thoughtful balance of legacy, identity, and public interest.
Governments and healthcare organizations partner with us to develop critical infrastructure such as hospitals, clinics, and research centers. We also support life sciences initiatives that promote innovation and education through public-private collaboration.
