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Paul A. Jacobs
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  • Denver, CO
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Paul A. Jacobs

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Real Estate, Development & Construction
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A member of the Real Estate, Development & Construction team, Paul is one of Denver's best-known dealmakers. 

Generally acknowledged as the driving force behind Denver's 1990 Major League Baseball expansion bid, Paul had primary responsibility for structuring and organizing the ownership group, processing the National League franchise application and negotiating and documenting all major agreements of the franchise, including the partnership agreement, National League membership agreement, loan agreements, ballpark leases, concession agreements, broadcast rights agreements and major sponsorship agreements. He served as Executive Vice President and General Counsel of the Colorado Rockies from the award of the franchise in 1991 through January 1995.

Paul continues to be involved with major league sports and has parlayed his experience and negotiating skills into a national practice. He was the lead negotiator for the City of San Diego in connection with its urban redevelopment project that included a new ballpark for the San Diego Padres and more than $1.2 billion in private investment by opening day in 2004. He also represented the City of San Diego in lease and new stadium negotiations with the National Football League (NFL) and the San Diego Chargers, the City of Fremont in its ballpark negotiations with the Oakland A's and the City of Oakland in connection with a proposed ballpark for the Oakland A’s. Paul also represented the City of Sacramento and the Wisconsin Center District in the development and leasing of new arenas for the Sacramento Kings and Milwaukee Bucks, respectively.

In 2012, Paul represented MountainStar Sports Group LLC in its acquisition of a Triple A minor league baseball franchise, the approved franchise relocation from Tucson, Ariz., to El Paso, Texas, and the development and lease of a new ballpark in El Paso.

From 1979-1990, Paul served as primary counsel for Associated Inns & Restaurants Co. of America (AIRCOA), one of the largest hotel management and development companies in the United States. He was involved in more than 100 hotel transactions, including development and construction, acquisition, financing, equity syndication (public and private) and disposition. In addition, he advised in franchising issues and participated in the development of the Clarion Hotel and Wynfield Inns brands. In 1989-1990, Paul was lead counsel in structuring, negotiating and documenting the sale of all Associated Inns’ assets to Regal Hotels Ltd.

Professional Associations and Memberships

  • Colorado Bar Association
  • Colorado Sports Hall of Fame, Director, 1997-present
  • Denver Bar Association

Awards and Recognitions

  • The Best Lawyers In America, Real Estate Law, 2006-2018
  • Chambers USA, Real Estate Law, 2011-2017
  • Colorado Super Lawyers, Real Estate, 2006-2018; Top 100, 2012-2014; Top 50, 2006-2011
  • Law Week Colorado, Barrister’s Best, Best Sports Lawyer in Colorado, 2013
  • Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
  • University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Outstanding Alumnus Award, 2004

News & Insights

  • 2017 Edition of Done Deals Describes Client Successes
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Experience

  • Represented the Wisconsin Center District in the development of a new $524 million downtown arena for the Milwaukee Bucks.
  • Driving force in bringing Major League Baseball to Denver, including structuring and organizing the ownership group and negotiating all major franchise agreements.
  • Lead negotiator for City of San Diego for new baseball park and adjacent redevelopment project with price tag of more than $1 billion.
  • Represented ownership group in the relocation of a Triple-A minor league baseball team from Tucson, Ariz., to El Paso, Texas, including development agreement and lease with the City of El Paso for downtown ballpark.
  • Represented the City of Denver and the Regional Transportation District (RTD) in the acquisition and development of an intermodal transportation center at Denver Union Terminal.
  • Represented Copper Mountain Resort in its first decade of ski area development and operation.
  • Counseled Associated Inns & Restaurants Co. of America with respect to hotel development, financing, syndication, disposition and operation for more than 10 years.
  • Advised the investment banking firm of Boettcher & Co. in commercial real estate acquisition, financing and syndication.
  • Represented the Bailey Co. LLP in real estate acquisitions, financing and leasing for a multistate fast-food franchisee.

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March 26, 2018 News Releases Colorado Super Lawyers 2018 Names Seven Husch Blackwell Attorneys in Denver
Real Estate, Development & Construction

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March 26, 2018 News Releases Colorado Super Lawyers 2018 Names Seven Husch Blackwell Attorneys in Denver
Real Estate, Development & Construction
August 15, 2017 In The News Husch Blackwell Places 156 Lawyers in 2018 Best Lawyers in America
Energy & Natural Resources Financial Services & Capital Markets Food & Agribusiness Healthcare, Life Sciences & Education Real Estate, Development & Construction Technology, Manufacturing & Transportation
May 26, 2017 News Releases Chambers USA 2017 Ranks Husch Blackwell in Nine Areas of Law; 37 Attorneys Recognized
May 15, 2017 Article 2017 Edition of Done Deals Describes Client Successes
Technology, Manufacturing & Transportation Financial Services & Capital Markets Real Estate, Development & Construction Food & Agribusiness Healthcare, Life Sciences & Education
March 15, 2017 News Releases Colorado Super Lawyers 2017 Names Seven Husch Blackwell Attorneys in Denver
Real Estate, Development & Construction
August 25, 2016 News Releases Thirty-seven Husch Blackwell Real Estate Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers in America 2017
Real Estate, Development & Construction
August 16, 2016 In The News Husch Blackwell Places 151 Lawyers in 2017 Best Lawyers in America
Energy & Natural Resources Financial Services & Capital Markets Food & Agribusiness Healthcare, Life Sciences & Education Real Estate, Development & Construction Technology, Manufacturing & Transportation
May 27, 2016 News Releases Chambers USA 2016 Gives Husch Blackwell High Rankings in Eight Areas of Law; 34 Attorneys Recognized
August 20, 2015 News Releases Best Lawyers Announced 109 Husch Blackwell "Best Lawyers in America;" 11 are "Lawyers of the Year"
Energy & Natural Resources Financial Services & Capital Markets Food & Agribusiness Healthcare, Life Sciences & Education Real Estate, Development & Construction Technology, Manufacturing & Transportation
May 20, 2015 News Releases Chambers USA 2015 Rankings Released; Husch Blackwell Honored in Eight Areas of Law; 38 Attorneys Recognized
Energy & Natural Resources Financial Services & Capital Markets Food & Agribusiness Healthcare, Life Sciences & Education Real Estate, Development & Construction Technology, Manufacturing & Transportation
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  • Industry Focus
    • Real Estate, Development & Construction
  • Practice Areas
    • Arena & Stadium Development
    • Corporate
    • Land Use
    • Public-Private Partnerships (P3)
  • Admissions
    • Colorado, 1968
  • Education
    • J.D., University of Denver College of Law, 1968, magna cum laude
    • B.A., Tufts University, 1960, magna cum laude
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