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James Peterson, JD, CLS
Vice President
Investment Advisor, Investment Services
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Career Summary

A founding partner of Commerce Realty and Management Company, recently merged to form Grubb & Ellis|Paramount Commerce, Jim’s ability to understand business strategy ties to the more than 25 years experience as a practicing attorney in corporate, business, and real estate law.

As a partner in the law firm of Borre, Peterson, Fowler & Reens, P.C. for 21 years, Jim served as counsel for numerous corporate clients. He provided strategic counsel, with an emphasis on the sale and acquisition of businesses and the structuring of real estate transactions.

Jim’s knowledge and expertise in the real estate industry has produced several noteworthy real estate developments including restoration of historically significant buildings in the Grand Rapids Central Business District and suburban office and industrial parks.


Experience
2001 - Present Investment Advisor
Grubb & Ellis|Paramount Commerce, Grand Rapids, MI
1974 - 2001

Partner, Attorney
Borre, Peterson, Fowler & Reens, Grand Rapids, MI


Education
  • DePauw University, BA
  • Stetson University, Juris Doctor

Professional Affiliations
  • CAR – Commercial Alliance of Realtors ®
  • ICSC – International Council of Shopping Centers
  • MAR – Michigan Association of Realtors ®
  • NAR – National Association of Realtors ®
  • Michigan Bar Association – Member
  • Florida Bar Association – Member
  • State Bar of Michigan – Business Law and Real Property Law Sections Member

Community Involvement
  • Grand Valley State University (GVSU) adjunct professor
  • YMCA
  • Camp Blodgett
  • Frederick Meijer Gardens Steering Committee
  • 2006 Chairman of Goodwill Industries of Greater Grand Rapids



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