Atty. Michael A. Markenson

Atty. Michael A. Markenson

Michael Markenson joined the firm upon his graduation from the University of Missouri - Columbia in 1977 and serves on the firm's management committee. Michael concentrates his practice on real estate development and finance, with emphasis in all phases of real estate transactions.

St. Louis St. Louis 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About Michael A. Markenson at a glance

Michael A. Markenson is a Partner based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Rosenblum Goldenhersh, P.C.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on estate planning, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1977). Educated at University of Missouri (J.D., 1977) and Washington University (B.S.B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Markenson joined the firm upon his graduation from the University of Missouri - Columbia in 1977 and serves on the firm's management committee
  • Michael concentrates his practice on real estate development and finance, with emphasis in all phases of real estate transactions
  • His clients are primarily owners and developers of residential and commercial properties, including for-profit and not-for-profit developers that utilize federal and state tax incentives
  • These tax benefits encourage affordable housing production throughout the country through use of the low-income housing tax credit, as well as the preservation and rehabilitation of historic properties in Missouri through use of historic rehabilitation tax credits
  • In structuring the development transaction, Michael is involved primarily with debt and equity financing issues, including structuring the choice of entity, federal and state tax credit issues, security law issues and real property issues
  • He reviews and negotiates limited partnership agreements with many national syndicators and equity providers, and has been involved in affordable housing transactions and rehabilitation transactions from New York to California
  • Primarily, however, Michael has specialized in State of Missouri tax incentives, including the Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit, the Brownfield Tax Credit, Affordable Housing Assistance Program Tax Credit and other Missouri credits
  • Michael's experience involves debt financing, using conventional as well as non-conventional financing, including tax-exempt revenue, bonds, subsidies offered by the Missouri Housing Development Commission through the HOME program or through the reserve balance program, the risk share program and other financing offered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development
  • Mr. Markenson is a speaker for various groups on a variety of real estate development issues and has been an adjunct professor at the Washington University School of Law, Graduate Tax Program since 1984
  • He has been a presenter at various programs and seminars, including those sponsored by the Missouri Department of Economic Development and the Missouri Housing Development Commission Michael is a member of the Missouri Bar, the American Bar Association (Section on Taxation) and the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis
  • Michael is admitted to practice in the United States Tax Court and the United States Court of Appeals (Eighth Circuit)
  • Adjunct Professor Washington University School Law: Graduate Tax Program
  • Past President Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis, President, Tax Section (1989-1990)

Practice Areas Explained

Michael A. Markenson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael A. Markenson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Michael A. Markenson is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Missouri →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Michael A. Markenson is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Louis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael A. Markenson

Where is Michael A. Markenson's law office located?
Michael A. Markenson's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Rosenblum Goldenhersh, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael A. Markenson handle?
Michael A. Markenson focuses on estate planning, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Michael A. Markenson practiced law?
Michael A. Markenson has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Michael A. Markenson go to law school?
Michael A. Markenson earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S.B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Michael A. Markenson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael A. Markenson received?
Michael A. Markenson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri
- 1977
B.S.B.A.
Washington University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1977

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