Michael Cohodes

Michael Cohodes

Super Lawyers®

Stephenson Fournier

Commercial Real Estate Lawyers in Houston, TX in Houston, TX

Houston, TX713-629-9494
Commercial Real EstateBusiness TransactionsBusiness LawOil and Gas Law

About Michael Cohodes

Michael Cohodes is a partner at the firm whose practice focuses on commercial real estate and business transactions. Michael is Board Certified in Commercial Real Estate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. As a native Houstonian, Michael possesses a deep understanding of the local business landscape and has built a reputation for his unwavering commitment to his client's success. He takes pride in representing clients who will help bolster the Texas economy through their real estate and business transactions. Michael joined the firm in law school and has extensive experience handling all aspects of commercial real estate transactions, including drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements, leases, construction contracts, loan documents, title documents, restrictive covenants, and closing documents. Michael also advises clients on corporate matters, including entity formation, operating agreements, and corporate governance. Michael represents developers, investors, lenders, borrowers, landlords, tenants, franchisees and entrepreneurs in all sectors of the real estate industry, including retail, multifamily, office, industrial and raw land transactions. Michael's clients value his dependability and responsiveness. He understands that time is of the essence in the fast-paced world of commercial real estate and business transactions, and he takes pride in providing timely and efficient legal solutions. Whether it's addressing a pressing issue or guiding clients through complex negotiations, Michael's clients can rely on his dedication and expertise. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees Michael Cohodes included in a Super Lawyers® list Other Sources of Feedback About Michael Cohodes Included on the 2026Texas Super Lawyers list Past Lists 2025 Texas Super Lawyers list 2024 Texas Super Lawyers list 2023 Texas Super Lawyers list 2022 Texas Super Lawyers list

Education

Legal Education

  • South Texas College of Law Houston, Houston, Texas, 2016
  • J.D.
  • Honors: cum laude
  • Honors: Order of the Lytae
  • Honors: Transactional Law Practice Certificate (Energy)
  • Honors: CALI Award for Excellence: Torts I (Fall 2013), Civil Procedure (Fall 2013), Property II (Fall 2014)
  • Honors: Dean’s Honor List – Fall 2013, Spring 2014, Fall 2014, Fall 2015
  • Law Review: South Texas Law Review, Member

Non Legal Education

  • University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas, 2013
  • B.S.
  • Major: Sport Management
  • Minor: Business

Current Employment Position(s)

  • Partner

Attorney Details

Full NameMichael Cohodes
FirmStephenson Fournier
Address3355 West Alabama St., Suite 640, Houston, TX 77098
Phone713-629-9494
Websitewww.stephensonlaw.com
Websitewww.stephensonlaw.com/blog
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