Home: Nashville, TN. Profession: Real estate and finance attorney. Organization: Thompson Burton PLLC. Title: Partner. Significant other: Lindsey Bars. Alma mater: University of Michigan – Ann Arbor; Notre Dame Law School.
Current project: Commercial real estate transactions in growing markets. Recent recognition: The Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch, Real Estate Law, 2025, 2026. Latest accomplishment: Closed a complex $60 million multifamily loan for a long-time lending client. Latest contribution to others: Pro bono legal advice to a local nonprofit organization in my community. Hobbies: Hunting, fishing, and staying informed on market trends and legal developments. Recent unique acquisition: I was involved in the purchase of the Ernest Tubb Record Shop.
Personality profile: Analytical, principled, witty, protective, decisive, curious, dry-humored. What one word would your closest friend use to describe you? Loyal. Moral compass: Would I be proud to explain this decision to my daughter? Would I want her to make the same choice?” How do you define an ideal business relationship? Mutual trust and respect, clear and proactive communication, and a shared commitment to long-term success. What occupation, other than your own, do you most admire? Teachers, particularly those who teaches history, literature, or civics. How do you relieve stress? Playtime with my daughter at home.
What was your first paying job? Insurance salesman. What was your favorite college course? Real Estate Transactions with Pat Dore. What was your favorite childhood toy or game? The classic Monopoly board game. What’s the best advice you received in your career? Always put yourself in your client's shoes, understand not just the deal or the law, but their fears and goals on the other side of the table. What is your favorite app? LinkedIn.
What change are you working on to effect in your profession or field?
Making real estate and investing planning tools more understandable to everyday families.
What change would you like to see in the world? Every child growing up with genuine equal opportunities, regardless of where they were born. What message do you want to send out into the world? Build your life on integrity, hard work, and genuine relationships.
What title would you choose for the movie about your life? Contracts and Bedtime Stories. What actor would you choose to play you in the movie about your life? Matthew McConaughey. Who would you like to spend an evening with, in heaven? My grandfather, who passed away when I was young. After your loved ones, what object would you first save from your burning home? My dog Leo. He’s been through many of our major life events.
Personal mission: Build and protect lasting prosperity for my clients, while being a devoted husband and father. Favorite quote: “You miss 100% of the shots you don't take” (Wayne Gretzky).
