JOE P. SKORE
Holly Springs, NC 27540
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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Attorney that has successfully negotiated the acquisition and disposition
of a multitude of multimillion dollar land deals in North Carolina,
Michigan and Virginia. Identified, assessed and negotiated land
acquisitions for wireless communications projects, single family, multi-
family, age restricted and assisted living communities. Resolved and
restructured distressed land deals and loans and successfully managed them
through the workout, bankruptcy and foreclosure process.
EDUCATION
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law - Detroit, Michigan
J.D. 1996
Eastern Michigan University - Ypsilanti, Michigan
B.B.A. 1992 - Major: Accounting
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Land Acquisition / Real Estate Experience
. Identified, qualified and leased various raw land sites, rooftops,
water tanks and towers and co-location sites for wireless
telecommunications projects.
. Delivered effective sales presentations and closed deals quickly.
. Drafted lease language and negotiated legal provisions of the lease.
. Investigated market lease rates, tax records, deeds and all other
relevant data.
. Interfaced with local municipalities and agencies to obtain cell site
approvals.
. Researched and interpreted municipal codes and ordinances.
. Researched and obtained all information regarding all applicable
planning, zoning codes and regulations affecting development of the
site.
. Organized and conducted public hearings and/or meetings.
. Reviewed construction drawings.
. Negotiated land acquisitions and dispositions ranging from $2,000,000
to $20,000,000.
. Saved over $5,000,000 by renegotiating and restructuring distressed
loans and land deals.
. Recovered over $500,000 by successfully negotiating development
reimbursements with municipalities.
. Drafted contracts and negotiated deal terms and purchase agreements
directly with owners and attorneys.
. Performed sophisticated market, land use and financial analysis for
property under consideration.
. Prepared and presented land acquisition and disposition opportunities
to CEOs and senior management.
Legal Skills
. Practiced law with a concentration in real estate, estate planning,
tax and probate.
. Negotiated complex transactions including development agreements and
long term options.
. Prepared leases, real estate contracts and estate planning documents.
Management and Communication Skills
. Managed over fifty people at a given time.
. Substantial experience in managing outside counsel, accountants,
consultants and other third party professionals.
Financial & Accounting Skills
. Prepared sophisticated financial analysis for hundreds of properties
under consideration.
. Assessed and evaluated loans and troubled assets through financial and
market analysis.
. Prepared US 1040, 1041 and 706 federal tax returns.
EMPLOYMENT
SINGH DEVELOPMENT, LLC / LAND CONSULTANT, Cary, NC - 9/09 to present
Land Acquisition Manager
LENNAR CORP., Raleigh, NC - 7/07 to 12/08
Land Acquisition / Disposition Manager
PULTE HOMES, Inc., Raleigh, NC & Royal Oak, MI - 10/05 to 6/07
Land Acquisition Manager
TOLL BROTHERS, Inc., Farmington Hills, MI - 5/02 to 10/05
Land Acquisition Manager
WIRELESS FACILITIES, Inc. & WHALEN & COMPANY, Inc. Farmington
Hills/Southfield, MI - 11/99 to 5/02
Site Acquisition / Zoning Specialist
JOE P. SKORE, ATTORNEY & COUNSELOR AT LAW, Livonia, MI - 1998 to 2000
Attorney
FRIED & ASSOCIATES, P.C., Livonia, MI - 1996 to 1998
Attorney
CITY OF DETROIT LAW DEPARTMENT, Detroit, MI - Summer 1995
Law Clerk
J.B. HUNT TRANSPORT, New Boston, MI - 1992 to 1993
Fleet Manager