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Michael Laird is an experienced transaction lawyer concentrating his practice in commercial real estate, project development, finance, construction and leasing. Mr. Laird has represented developers, commercial and institutional lenders, investors, contractors, architects and others involved in the commercial real estate industry. He also advises hospitality industry and healthcare clients, has experience in environmental law, gaming industry matters and Indian law, and has been involved with the development of both traditional and alternative energy generation facilities. Mr. Laird has published numerous articles on real estate issues and has been a frequent speaker to industry groups and attorneys. Mr. Laird has been named by Chambers USA as one of America's Leading Business Lawyers in the field of real estate since 2003, and has been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers of America in real estate. He currently serves as the practice group leader for both the Firm's real estate and construction industry practice groups. He is a Fellow of the American College of Mortgage Attorneys and the Immediate Past President of the Oklahoma City Commercial Real Estate Council. | 