Robert C. Hutchison

A solid attorney for complex commercial real estate deals

I engaged Robert Hutchison and his team at Butler Snow to handle the acquisition and financing for a multi-use commercial development project in the Jackson metro area. With his 30+ years of experience and recognition in real estate and commercial finance law, his technical competence was never in question. The transaction documents were meticulously drafted, and his deep knowledge of Mississippi corporate governance structures was evident. However, the experience was somewhat mixed. While Robert himself was sharp and insightful in our meetings, day-to-day communication was often handled by junior associates, which sometimes led to delays in getting straightforward questions answered. For a firm of Butler Snow's caliber, I expected more direct accessibility from a senior partner, especially given the pace of our deal. The billing was as anticipated for a lawyer of his stature, but the overall responsiveness didn't always match the premium. He successfully guided the M&A and financing components to a close, and the deal is sound. I would describe his service as professionally adequate—he got the job done correctly, but the client experience felt more transactional than collaborative. If you need top-tier legal structuring for a complex commercial or real estate finance matter and have a patient team to manage the process, Robert has the expertise. Just be prepared to manage the communication flow proactively.