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With nearly two decades of experience, he represents financial institutions, private equity groups, developers, and business owners in structuring complex transactions that drive growth and support long-term success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His finance practice includes representing lenders and borrowers in a wide range of transactions, from traditional secured and unsecured credit facilities to real estate and construction financing, asset-based lending, mezzanine and subordinated debt, and acquisition financing. He frequently negotiates and prepares credit\/loan agreements, guaranties, security agreements, pledge agreements, and inter-creditor arrangements, and is relied upon for his ability to manage sophisticated financing transactions efficiently and effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In his corporate practice, Christopher advises businesses on formation, governance, capital structure, and day-to-day operational issues. He counsels clients through mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, shareholder and operating agreements, and strategic transactions, providing practical, business-oriented guidance at every stage of the company lifecycle. Many clients view Christopher as their outside general counsel, relying on him to guide them through the full range of legal issues their businesses encounter, from routine matters to high-stakes transactions and disputes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Christopher also maintains a significant real estate and hospitality practice. He represents developers, landlords, tenants, investors, and restaurant groups in acquisitions, sales, leasing, financing, construction, and property management. He has deep experience in the restaurant and hospitality industry, advising clients on site selection, development, expansion, and operational matters. As a licensed title agent in Pennsylvania, he oversees both commercial and residential real estate transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He is recognized for his attention to detail, industry knowledge, and ability to align legal strategy with client objectives. His approach emphasizes efficiency, practical solutions, and long-term client relationships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Christopher is the author of the \u201cMechanics\u2019 Liens\u201d and \u201cFraudulent Transfers\u201d chapters in Pennsylvania Commercial Litigation (American Lawyer Media\u2019s <em>The Legal Intelligencer<\/em>).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Christopher focuses his practice on commercial finance, real estate, hospitality, and general corporate matters. With nearly two decades of experience, he represents financial institutions, private equity groups, developers, and business owners in structuring complex transactions that drive growth and support long-term success. 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