Douglas G. French
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Doug has been representing real estate owners and lenders in transactions throughout the state and nation for over 25 years. He represents lenders in all types of loans as well as loan sales, participations, and syndications. His work for owners covers all aspects of investment, financing, and development, including condominiums, subdivisions, and an extensive leasing practice.
Admitted To Practice:
- State of Wisconsin
Areas Of Practice:
Education:
- B.A., Northwestern University, 1985
- J.D., Northwestern University, 1988
Honors & Awards
- Listed in "Best Lawyers": 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025
Blog
FinCEN Removes BOI Reporting Requirements for U.S. Companies under the Corporate Transparency Act
Posted Mar 24, 2025
FinCEN Removes BOI Reporting Requirements for U.S. Companies under the Corporate Transparency Act On March 21, 2025, FinCEN issued an interim final rule to remove the Beneficial Ownership Information ("BOI") reporting......Read More
Update on Corporate Transparency Act and FinCEN’s Pause on Enforcement Actions
Posted Mar 03, 2025
The Corporate Transparency Act ("CTA") and its Beneficial Ownership Information ("BOI") reporting deadlines are back in effect after months of judicial whiplash. As detailed in our prior blogs, the enforceability......Read More
Fifth Circuit Reverses Course on Reinstating the Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Deadlines
Posted Dec 27, 2024
The uncertainties surrounding the Corporate Transparency Act ("CTA") continue with the most recent decision from the Fifth Circuit just days after it granted the Government’s emergency request to lift the......Read More