Todd E. Brodeur
Massachusetts
Fletcher Tilton PC
Mercantile Center
100 Front Street
Worcester, MA 01608
Tel: 508.459.8038
Email:
tbrodeur@fletchertilton.com
Web:
www.fletchertilton.com
Todd E. Brodeur is a leading transactional attorney with a practice focusing on the disposition, acquisition, leasing, development, and financing of commercial real estate and corporate assets.
For more than 20 years, Mr. Brodeur has represented institutions, developers, retailers, individual investors, and lenders in all aspects of commercial real estate and corporate transactions. He routinely guides clients through the local zoning approvals process and regularly appears before Planning Boards and Zoning Boards. Whether it is obtaining permits for a new bank with drive through, a 118 unit residential housing project, or a 600,000 square foot warehouse, Mr. Brodeur enjoys the challenge of pushing through the regulatory approval process.
Mr. Brodeur earned his bachelor’s degree from Trinity College. He graduated from Suffolk University Law School. During his time in law school, Mr. Brodeur was the recipient of a Public Interest Group Fellowship and served as a student attorney for the Public Defender’s Office. He is admitted to practice in Massachusetts.
Mr. Brodeur is a member of the Worcester Bar Association and Real Estate Bar Association for Massachusetts. He was named a three-time Rising Star, Top Massachusetts Lawyers by Boston Magazine and a three-time Real Estate Rising Star by Law & Politics Magazine. In 2013, the Worcester Business Journal named him among the Top 40 Under Forty. In September 2023, Todd received a New England Legal Award for Best Mentor, presented by ALM.com and Law.com for his dedication to preparing the next generation of leaders. That same year Mr. Brodeur was recognized as a Go To Real Estate Lawyer by MA Lawyers Weekly.
Active in his community, Mr. Brodeur demonstrates his commitment to civic engagement through his service on several boards. He dedicated 15 years to the EcoTarium’s Board of Trustees, including serving as Board Chair. Currently, he serves as a Director of the Major David Brodeur Memorial Foundation and has been a member of the Shrewsbury, MA. Board of Assessors since 2012.
- Counseled the co-owner of a private business in the buyout of the business valued at over $40 million.
- Counseled owner through a $50 million dollar purchase of multifamily housing units with 38 properties.
- Counseled owner through sale of major real estate assets and purchase through tax deferred exchanges (1031) totaling more than $100 million including TIC interests, financing and complicated easement issues.
- Navigated the permitting process for a brand new professional building, including appearances before the Planning Board, Zoning Board and Historical Commission, convincing the Historical Commission to waive the demolition delay period, which, according to the City of Worcester had never been accomplished before.
- Successful permitting of a major warehouse project (620,000 sq feet) straddling three towns.
- Represented major retail chains in the permitting of several locations throughout the state.
- Represented a lender with franchise financing of over 50 franchises and over $25 million in assets in a complicated transaction that included properties in several states, leasehold mortgages and interest rate swaps.
- Worked with banks to permit and acquire bank branch locations.
- Represented developer in permitting major Kelly Square project in Worcester MA, bringing a mixed use project to life.
- Represented mall owner in obtaining permits to replace historic anchor tenant with medical center.
Projects include:
- Developed brownfield strategy to demolish long-term industrial facility and transform same to Fidelity Worcester Ice Center.
- Served as counsel for the recapitalization of a prominent downtown Worcester property, assembling a group of local private investors and local banks to raise $ 80 million.
- Served as lead permitting counsel in developing and implementing the strategy for the reuse of a closed, contaminated industrial site into a 250,000-square-foot, mixed use facility.
Acquisition and Sale
We counsel our clients in all aspects of commercial and industrial property sales and acquisitions.
Development
We represent developers in connection with the development and leasing of commercial and industrial properties and the development and sale of residential subdivisions and condominium developments.
Financing
Our attorneys counsel clients on the sources and structure of financing vehicles for all types of real estate transactions.
Leasing
Our representation of real estate clients encompasses the day-to-day aspects of owning and operating commercial real estate, such as leasing, management, and brokerage.
Permitting & Zoning
The firm’s extensive expertise on permitting projects is crucial to developers, and our attorneys appear before various federal, state and local boards, commissions and agencies on behalf of clients every day.
Condominiums
We represent condominium associations, trusts, and boards; developers of condominium complexes; management companies of condominium communities; and owners of condominium units.
Fletcher Tilton PC is a full-service law firm with roots dating back to 1822, making it one of the oldest continuously operating law firms in Massachusetts. With offices across Worcester, Boston, Framingham, Cape Cod and Providence, the firm serves individuals, businesses, nonprofit organizations and institutions throughout the region.
The firm offers a broad range of legal services, including business and corporate law, real estate and land use, civil and commercial litigation, estate planning and trust administration, and a nationally recognized special needs planning practice. Fletcher Tilton’s lawyers work closely with clients to provide strategic guidance, practical solutions and long-term planning support.
Known for its deep community ties and commitment to client service, Fletcher Tilton combines longstanding tradition with forward-looking legal counsel. The firm emphasizes collaboration, responsiveness and a personalized approach, ensuring that clients receive tailored advice rooted in both experience and insight.
“Clients value Todd’s ability to combine strategic deal oversight with practical problem-solving in the real estate space. He is trusted for his judgment, responsiveness, and ability to keep complex transactions moving forward.“