Chase Carpenter

Partner

Tampa, Florida

Chase Carpenter is a partner in the Corporate Practice Group. He is a highly accomplished business and real estate attorney with over a decade of experience navigating complex legal challenges. Licensed in Florida and a seasoned realtor, Mr. Carpenter combines his deep understanding of law and market dynamics to provide strategic counsel to clients in high-stakes mergers and acquisitions, corporate strategy, commercial property transactions, business disputes, and regulatory compliance.
 
Mr. Carpenter drives significant growth and fosters a collaborative, client-focused team environment. His expertise extends to managing high-value real estate and business transactions, including acquisitions, sales, leasing, and complex financing. With a deep understanding of federal and Florida laws, Mr. Carpenter provides invaluable guidance on asset protection, risk minimization, and investment optimization.
 
In addition to his transactional work, Mr. Carpenter is known for his strategic approach to legal challenges, helping clients navigate through intricate legal environments to achieve their business goals.  Mr. Carpenter handles high-stakes negotiations, drafting and reviewing complex contracts, and advising on compliance with various regulatory frameworks, crafting forward-thinking solutions for contract structuring and negotiation. A skilled litigator, he represents clients in contract disputes, partnership disputes, vendor disputes, zoning challenges, and property access issues, achieving favorable outcomes through strategic, client-centered advocacy. His ability to combine legal experience with a practical approach to business challenges has led him to be a trusted advisor for clients navigating complex legal and regulatory landscapes.

Affiliations

  • Hillsborough Bar Association
  • Manatee County Bar Association
  • St. Petersburg Bar Association
  • South Tampa Chamber of Commerce
  • Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance

Recognitions

  • 2024 Consulting Attorney for the South Tampa Chamber of Commerce
  • Chairman of the Board, West Coast of Florida Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (2020-2023)
  • Recognized in Super Lawyers (2019, 2020)

Education

  • University of Florida Levin College of Law, JD
  • West Virginia University, BS, Business Administration and Management, BA, English Language and Literature

Bar Admissions

  • Florida

Courts

  • U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida

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