Introduction
Mark Beaudoin represents developers, landowners and investors in all aspects of commercial real estate transactions, including land use and environmental permitting.
My focus
My practice focuses on assisting clients with the acquisition, financing, permitting, leasing and disposition of commercial real estate. The industries with which I work vary from commercial real estate developers and health care facilities to energy providers and telecommunication companies.
Acquisition, financing and development
I have represented parties ranging from large institutional owners and charitable organizations to family-owned real estate investment companies in the purchase and sale of retail and multifamily housing buildings. Recently, I represented a Fortune 500 company that simultaneously acquired two mixed-use developments having numerous existing commercial tenants and a history of environmental contamination.
Leasing of medical, office and manufacturing space
I have represented a number of large corporations in leasing commercial space across the country. Recently, I represented an international manufacturer and consumer products company in the negotiation of 100,000 sq. ft. leases involving the relocation of large manufacturing plants in Portsmouth, New Hampshire and Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Renewable energy project transactions
Another important part of my practice is working with renewable energy providers in connection with the acquisition and permitting of solar, wind, hydro and natural gas facilities, as well as, managing related due diligence and other site acquisition and/or leasing services needed to ensure my clients are protected and transactions close efficiently.
Land use and permitting
I help clients navigate complex land use and environmental regulations. In one recent project, I assisted a company that was in violation of a municipality’s zoning ordinance and site plan regulations come into full compliance while minimizing any impact on necessary business operations.
Looking ahead
By the year 2050, the 65-plus age group population will nearly double due to advancements in public health strategy and medical treatment. This projected growth, along with seniors who will have the financial capacity to take advantage of the numerous housing options now available, will continue to fuel the need for increased seniors housing development across the country. I look forward to working with investors, developers and public entities in the financing, permitting and construction of these important projects.
/Insights
- “Energy Opportunities in the Granite State,” 2021 NH Energy Week, April 14, 2021 (Panelist)
- “Inside PPP – Your Questions Answered,” New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility Webinar, June 8, 2020 (Panelist)
- “Navigating the Stimulus: What the CARES Act means for you”, New Hampshire Business Review Webinar, April 9, 2020 (Panelist)
- “CARES Act Offers Unprecedented Relief for New Hampshire Businesses: A Rundown of the Provisions in the New Federal Law”, New Hampshire Business Review, April 6, 2020 (with Morgan Nighan, Esq. and Talia Burghard, Esq. )
- “The Future of NE’s Energy Mix & Where NH Fits In”, The Local Energy Solutions Conference hosted by Clean Energy NH, November 15, 2019 (Moderator)
- “Measure What Matters: Understanding Benefit Corporations and Certified B Corps,” New Hampshire Bar Association Environmental & Natural Resources Law Section, May 22, 2019 (Presenter)
- “Energy Infrastructure Issues in New Hampshire,” Rotary Club of Hopkinton, New Hampshire, March 23, 2016 (Presenter)
- “The Future of Energy Infrastructure in New Hampshire,” Business and Industry Association of New Hampshire, October 13, 2015 (Panelist)
- “Have You Sabotaged Your Own LLC?” New England Real Estate Journal, April 4, 2014 (with Philip M. Hastings, Esq.)
- “Supreme Court Extends Constitutional Protections for Development,” New England Real Estate Journal, September 6, 2013 (with Philip M. Hastings, Esq.)
- “Limits of Limited Liability for Property Owners and Managers,” New England Real Estate Journal, July 6, 2012 (with Philip M. Hastings, Esq.)
- “New Laws Affect Landlords and Tenants,” New England Real Estate Journal, March 2, 2012 (with Philip M. Hastings, Esq.)
In the news
- Mergers & Acquisitions
Gemspring Capital buys Amplix
Dec 13, 2022The following article covers the merger of technology advisory firms ROI Communications, Blue Front Technology Group, and allConnex into a new company, Amplix, which was then acquired by an affiliate of Gemspring Capital Management. The coverage mentions NP as legal advisor for the three firms that merged and were acquired. Corporate partners Greg O’Shaughnessy from Boston and Rachel Pugliese from New York City led the NP deal team, which also included Corporate partners Tom McCord from Boston, Sean Clancy from Washington, DC, and Sam Kim from Chicago; Manchester Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Mark Beaudoin; Chicago IP partner Janet Garetto; Boston Labor & Employment partner Jeff Gilbreth; Chicago Labor & Employment counsel Kamau Coar; Corporate associates Paul DeTurk and Carolyn Glynn from Boston and Corey Habib from Manchester; Chicago IP associate Eliana Torres; Manchester Corporate department attorney Dave Zimmermann; and Boston Corporate senior paralegal Robert Isaacson.
- Channel Futures
PE-backed New England technology advisor team-up forms Amplix
Dec 13, 2022The following article covers the merger of technology advisory firms ROI Communications, Blue Front Technology Group, and allConnex into a new company, Amplix, which was then acquired by an affiliate of Gemspring Capital Management. The coverage mentions NP as legal advisor for the three firms that merged and were acquired. Corporate partners Greg O’Shaughnessy from Boston and Rachel Pugliese from New York City led the NP deal team, which also included Corporate partners Tom McCord from Boston, Sean Clancy from Washington, DC, and Sam Kim from Chicago; Manchester Affordable Housing & Real Estate partner Mark Beaudoin; Chicago IP partner Janet Garetto; Boston Labor & Employment partner Jeff Gilbreth; Chicago Labor & Employment counsel Kamau Coar; Corporate associates Paul DeTurk and Carolyn Glynn from Boston and Corey Habib from Manchester; Chicago IP associate Eliana Torres; Manchester Corporate department attorney Dave Zimmermann; and Boston Corporate senior paralegal Robert Isaacson.
- The Deal
Resonetics to acquire two SAES units
Dec 9, 2022The following article covers Resonetics LLC’s $900 million agreement to acquire Memry Corp. and SAES Smart Materials Inc. from NP client SAES Getters SpA. The article mentions Manchester partner and Private Equity & Family Offices team leader Phil Taub and Boston partner Amy O’Keefe, both of the Corporate group, for leading the NP team representing SAES Getters on U.S. legal matters. The team also includes Chicago partner and Global Finance co-leader Rob Drobnak; Corporate partners Alexandra Lopez-Casero and Thomas McCord from Boston, Andrew Share from Manchester, and Sean Clancy from Washington, DC; Affordable Housing & Real Estate partners Mark Beaudoin from Manchester and Alison Torbitt from San Francisco; Boston Labor & Employment partner Jeff Gilbreth; Rochester Intellectual Property partner Kristen Walsh; Washington, DC Complex Disputes partner and Antitrust leader Gordon Lang; Manchester Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense partner Mark Knights; Rochester counsel and Cybersecurity & Privacy deputy leader Jenny Holmes; Boston Corporate counsel David Crosby; Washington, DC Complex Disputes counsel Brian Whittaker; Albany Affordable Housing & Finance counsel Dana Stanton; Corporate associates Shaziah Singh from New York, Anthony Bova from Boston, Corey Habib from Manchester, and Hrishikesh Shah from Chicago; and Manchester Corporate department attorney Dave Zimmermann.
- Power Finance & Risk
DIF fund to buy Oklahoma wind farm
June 9, 2021This article mentions NP for advising DIF Capital Partners’ infrastructure fund on its agreement to acquire the Kingfisher wind farm in Oklahoma. The deal team includes Washington, DC Community Development Finance partner Shariff Barakat, Rochester Corporate partner Lori Green, Buffalo Global Finance partner Martha Anderson, and Rochester Corporate associate Aya Hoffman.
Also contributing to the deal were New York City Corporate partner Rick Cox; Manchester partner Mark Beaudoin and San Francisco partner Alison Torbitt, both of the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group; and Washington, DC partners Elizabeth Whittle and Bob Daileader and counsel Ken Weiner, all of the Project Finance & Public Finance group.
- Law360
Law360 names attorneys who moved up the firm ranks in Q1
May 7, 2018In this roundup of promotions to partner and firm management positions, 14 attorneys from Nixon Peabody are highlighted. The 11 attorneys promoted to partner are Ellie Altshuler, Mark Beaudoin, Erik Birkeneder, Hannah Bornstein, Chris Browning, Barry Carrigan, Keri McWilliams, Matt Mullen, Steven Richard, Charles Tamuleviz and Alison Torbitt. In addition, Kenneth C. Lind was promoted to leader of the firms’ public finance practice group, Justin Thompson was promoted to office managing partner in LA, and Aaron Yowell was promoted to chief innovation officer.
- Keene Sentinel
Prominent Keene shopping plazas up for auction again
Manchester commercial real estate partner Mark Beaudoin is mentioned in this article for his legal work involving two prominent shopping centers in Keene, New Hampshire that are scheduled for foreclosure auction.March 27, 2018 - The Union Leader
NH Business Newsmakers
Manchester real estate partner Mark Beaudoin was included in this round-up of executive promotions.Feb 5, 2018
Admitted to practice
New Hampshire
U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire
Massachusetts
Education
Vermont Law School, J.D.
Hobart and William Smith Colleges, B.A.
University College, Oxford, Residency
Professional activities
- Mark is currently a member of the Campaign for Legal Services Leadership Council, which raises funds for civil legal assistance in New Hampshire.
- Mark is on the Board of Directors of New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility, a statewide not-for-profit membership organization that fosters socially and environmentally responsible business.
- Mark graduated from the New Hampshire Bar Association’s Leadership Academy in 2012 and is currently a member of the Association’s Legislation Committee.
- He also graduated from Leadership Greater Concord, NH, a year-long training program that fosters civic awareness and meaningful participation in the community.
- Mark is a founding member of Fostering Legal Independence, an award winning program assisting children with legal issues “aging out” of the foster care system.
- Mark has served as president of the Belknap County Bar Association.
- Mark was a member of the Town of Hopkinton, NH, Economic Development Committee from 2014–2017.
Recognition
- Selected, through a peer-review survey, for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 in the field of Real Estate Law; listed in Best Lawyers since 2024
- New England Super Lawyers “Rising Star” for commercial real estate, land use and zoning law, 2014–2019
Pro bono services
Mark is a volunteer attorney for the NH Pro Bono Referral Program’s Low-Income Taxpayer Project, which helps low-income taxpayers with federal tax controversies.
Insights And Happenings
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Partner / Practice Group Leader, Real Estate & Affordable Housing- Boston
- Office:+1 617.345.1137
- cfroeb@nixonpeabody.com
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Ian T. O'Banion
Partner / AIA / LEED®AP- San Francisco
- Office:+1 415.984.8313
- iobanion@nixonpeabody.com
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David B. Allswang
Partner / Head of National Leasing Team- Chicago
- Office:+1 312.977.9242
- dallswang@nixonpeabody.com
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