Mike Sandfort is a business-minded attorney who advises clients on commercial real estate transactions and a broad range of corporate matters. He counsels sponsors, investors, owners, operators, and companies with real estate portfolios across New England and beyond, guiding them from deal structuring through to closing and implementation. Mike’s real estate practice includes acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and financing of commercial assets. He advises on the management and leasing of office buildings, multifamily projects, hotels and restaurants, industrial properties, and manufacturing facilities.
Drawing on experience representing both sides of the table, he anticipates stakeholder priorities, identifies pressure points early, and crafts practical, market-informed solutions. He focuses on aligning legal terms with operational and capital objectives. He distills complex issues into decision-ready options and negotiates protections that preserve value while maintaining deal momentum.
Mike also assists clients with mergers and acquisitions, corporate formation, business counseling, and many other commercial transactions.
Mike has been named to The Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch list for Closely Held Companies and Family Business Law, and Mergers and Acquisitions Law, since 2024.