Real Estate Management

John J. Martin, Jr.

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Fairfield, Connecticut 06824

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(H) 203-***-****

(C) 203-***-****

SUMMARY: Throughout my career I have been involved in all aspects of

complex corporate transactions, contracts, due diligence, financing

(public/private/asset based/bridge/construction/subscription/mortgage),

insurance issues, risk management, real estate, intellectual property,

litigation management, mergers/acquisitions/dispositions, SEC related

filings and corporate governance, complying with federal, state or local

laws, rules and regulations as such matters relate to the execution of

company plans and goals. Have the legal and business "know how" to get the

job done, removing roadblocks with sound financial and legal advice with a

"can do" attitude. Advised senior management/executive board in such

matters, implementing and executing company policies and innovations

leading to company growth and identifiable cost savings.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Midwood Investment & Development, New York, NY

May 2006 - May 2010

(Real Estate Development, Building Management, Owner Leasing - Commercial,

Industrial & Residential)

General Counsel

Established in house legal department involved in drafting, negotiating and

finalizing contracts, leases, development, loan (sourcing/finalizing/asset

based/mortgage/mezzanine/workouts), management and purchase/sale agreements

for office, industrial, retail, mixed use, net leased properties and

residential real estate. Formed business entities, negotiated and finalized

financing for existing and acquired real estate portfolios for over 100

properties in the Northeast, Florida, Texas, California, and Missouri.

Participated and advised senior management on site acquisition, letters of

credit, construction, leasing and drafting broker and corporate operating

agreements relating thereto. Additionally, reviewed, supervised and

advised company on matters involving environmental issues, employment,

insurance, risk management, intellectual property, litigation management,

collections, zoning, and matters relating to corporate governance,

compliance (SEC filings), financial structuring and corporate transactions,

saving valuable time and money through preventative legal review and proper

execution of the company's business plan.

Fairchild Properties, LTD New York, NY

April 2003 - May 2006

(Real Estate Development, hotels, healthcare & homes)

General Counsel

Joined Fairchild and helped avert several foreclosures of company owned

properties through negotiations and the restructuring of debt with

lenders/creditors/vendors/government agencies resulting in forbearance by

such parties leading to the orderly sale of certain company assets

maximizing profits and costs. Advised management with regard to asset

based borrowing, alternative methods of financing and letters of credit.

Additional responsibilities included drafting, negotiating and finalizing

contracts for acquisitions, construction, development, loan (HUD and

mortgage), and the purchase and sale of properties in CT, NY & NJ.

Involved in sourcing, reviewing and finalizing financing (public &

private). Reviewed and advised company on matters involving federal and

local government programs and agencies, corporate/government compliance,

environmental, insurance issues, risk management, litigation management,

corporate structure and matters relating to commercial real estate, finance

and business transactions. Acted as Managing Director for a company owned

assisted living facility in Southbury, CT (2005-2006).

ICON INTERNATIONAL, INC., Stamford, CT

August 2000 - April 2003

(Financial Trade/Media Company).

Acquisitions/Dispositions Counsel

Helped accelerate use of "barter" in acquiring under utilized real estate

from Fortune 300 companies by negotiating and approving acquisitions and

dispositions involving acquired assets, leases and fee owned properties,

generating revenues totaling nearly two thirds of Company's annual budget

(2001-2002). Interacted with corporate and commercial owners, brokers,

investors, financial institutions and capital markets regarding company

programs and opportunities. Negotiated and drafted contracts, purchase and

sale agreements, employment agreements, intellectual property applications

(licensing and enforcement), finance/loan documents (factoring/asset

based), leases, subleases, sale leaseback documents environmental

documents/policies, ground leases and broker agreements, as well as all

related state/federal documents and compliance approvals. Duties also

involved structuring subsidiary entities, monitoring and enforcing company

rights in all contractual relationships with clients, landlords, tenants,

subtenants, brokers, developers, bankers, state/federal agencies and

insurance companies. Additionally, drafted company contracts relating to

trade credit and media agreements, coordinating such transactions between

the finance and sales departments.

RONAN ASSOCIATES, INC., New York, NY

October 1990 - July 2000

(Real Estate Development, Architecture/Construction, Building Management).

Real Estate Counsel

Responsibilities as Counsel included site selection, negotiating, drafting

and approving contracts for the purchase, development, management,

construction/build-out, and leasing of retail, residential and commercial

real estate in the United States; evaluation and disposition of surplus

properties. Managed client's budgets and government reporting, leading to

cost savings on client projects and transactions. Duties also involved

monitoring of performance, enforcement of contractual rights and agreements

for and with clients, vendors, unions and brokers. Additionally,

responsible for all corporate matters, filings, insurance/risk management,

subsidiary corporations and personnel matters.

SEDGWICK JAMES, INC., New York, NY

August 1988 - October 1990 (Insurance Brokerage Firm)

Vice President - Assistant General Counsel

Responsibilities as Assistant General Counsel included drafting,

negotiating, and approving contracts involving mergers and acquisitions;

divestitures; subsidiary corporations; employment agreements; corporate

finance agreements; new ventures; state and federal compliance with

insurance regulations, risk management, corporate and securities.

Additionally, took on the responsibility of reorganizing and managing a six

person in house corporate real estate department. Duties included

overseeing the site selection process, analyzing, negotiating, leasing, and

managing 1.8 million square feet of commercial/retail office space in the

US, Canada and the Caribbean. Achieved cost savings for company through

implementation of real estate data base, streamlined procedures and

thorough legal review of documents. Direct report to the chief financial

officer and the executive committee.

MELVILLE CORPORATION, Harrison, NY

July 1985 - July 1988

(Specialty Retailer)

Corporate Counsel, Investor Relations; Vice President Real Estate

Responsibilities as Corporate Counsel included site selection, chain

acquisitions, lease negotiation, and construction of retail and office

space for subsidiary corporations/divisions (Thom McCan Shoes, Kay Bee

Toys, Wilson Suede and Leather, Prints Plus, CVS Pharmacies, Marshall's,

This End Up Furniture) with real estate developers throughout the US and

Caribbean leading to successful expansion of the top retail specialty

company in the U.S. Such duties lead to direct cost savings for company

achieved and realized during audits of lease related costs and the

prevention of lease related litigation. Responsibilities also included

negotiation, preparation and approval of contracts involving company and

subsidiary operations; mergers, acquisitions and divestitures;

sale/leaseback financing transactions; general corporate matters; insurance

and risk management issues: coordination of company litigation, patent and

trademark work with outside counsel; supervision of legal matters in the

absence of the General Counsel; incorporation and capitalization of

subsidiary corporations; investor relations, assist corporate secretary;

compliance with state, federal corporate and securities laws; state escheat

filings. Responsibilities as Vice President (1987) included negotiation,

approval and execution of leasing documents, coordination of relations

among the legal department, real estate department and construction

department.

DOCTORS ASSOCIATES, INC., Milford, CT

August 1982 - July 1985

(Franchiser of Subway Sandwich Shops)

Director of Leasing/Attorney

As Director of Leasing oversaw site selection, negotiation and approval of

leases and franchise documents; supervision and management of field

personnel and in-house leasing department; review and approval of proposed

franchise locations, leading to rapid expansion of the Subway brand.

Responsibilities as Attorney (1984) included general corporate legal

matters; landlord-tenant relations; patent and trademark issues; insuring

compliance with state and federal franchise laws.

EDUCATION/PERSONAL:

Quinnipiac University School of Law, Hamden, Connecticut

Juris Doctorate, May 1984, Member Connecticut and Federal Bar

University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut

Bachelor of Arts, May 1981

United States Navy, Honorable Discharge

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