J. Peter Larsen

Pete is a seasoned commercial real estate and finance attorney with over 20 years of extensive experience in corporate in-house roles, real estate law, financing, and litigation. Since joining MW Law in 2022, he has facilitated transactions and financing exceeding hundreds of millions of dollars nationwide. Pete specializes in guiding clients through all phases of commercial real estate transactions—from contract negotiations to closing, including acquisitions, dispositions, and complex financing arrangements such as JV partnerships, TIC agreements, DSA, and debt defeasance.

Prior to MW Law, Pete served as Associate General Counsel at Situs, a top-tier commercial real estate and loan advisory firm, where he managed legal aspects of national engagements with major investment banks, private equity firms, insurance companies, and the FDIC. His work with the FDIC involved handling billions of dollars in resolutions, workouts, foreclosures, litigations, and dispositions across all 50 states, earning a reputation for skillful and strategic legal counsel.

Pete's background includes high-level corporate leadership and a successful 10-year business career, providing him with a unique perspective on business strategy and the legal landscape. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, he has managed legal projects in over 85 countries, offering a truly global view to his clients. He holds a J.D. from South Texas College of Law Houston and a B.S. in Business Administration.

Outside of work, Pete enjoys golfing, snow skiing, and traveling with his wife.