Gaming and Resort Development
When a company is considering the development of a casino and resort in Mississippi, it is essential to have a thorough understanding of the geographical and political landscape. Watkins Ludlam Winter & Stennis has a 100+ year history doing business in Mississippi and we have been an integral part of many of the largest casino development projects the state has seen.
Our team of professionals includes attorneys with extensive experience in:
- corporate finance
- site selection
- environmental law
- construction law
- gaming licensing and regulation (click here)
Corporate Finance
Behind almost any casino and resort project is a financial transaction, or series of transactions, as complex and as critical as the project itself. Watkins Ludlam’s extensive experience with lenders and borrowers, investors, loan servicers and other key players in the financing process can mean time and money saved. We have represented clients in billions of dollars of developments, acquisitions, dispositions and financings of all sorts of real estate — including luxury casinos, resorts and hotels.
Site Selection
We believe the best way to avoid delays in the project is to partner with the client from the very beginning. We utilize the relationships we have with state and local governmental officials to help clients determine the best site for the project and develop a business strategy which considers Mississippi’s legal and regulatory environment.
Environmental Law
The firm's work also includes the performance of environmental due diligence and permitting in connection with financing, mergers and acquisitions, casino development and real property transfers. The Firm's attorneys possess expertise in environmental management and land use regulation. We strive to assist the client in negotiating the environmental provisions of a transaction and designing creative solutions for difficult situations.
Construction Law
The firm has extensive experience in negotiating construction and development agreements, including those for gaming development projects. The Firm also has regionally recognized expertise in handling all types of disputes including: delay and acceleration claims, differing site, loss of productivity and cost overrun claims. Our attorneys have many years of experience working with owners, prime contractors and large subcontractors.
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