Chris C. Tsouros

        Partner

        Chris brings extensive experience and success as a commercial real estate attorney in Boston, working closely with developers, entrepreneurs, and business professionals in a wide range of development, permitting/entitlement, financing, leasing and litigation matters.

        Chris counsels his clients in the strategic planning, implementation and successful disposition of significant complex, diverse and highly visible transactions, with acquisitions/dispositions, financings and leasing monetized at billions of dollars in aggregate value in each category. Chris’ background also directly brings to the table a demonstrated record of success in the representation of clients in the conduct and resolution of substantial real estate, partnership, joint venture, and business disputes, through mediation, arbitration and litigation.

        Developers, investors, private business ventures, entrepreneurs, corporations, and business enterprises of all kinds, including colleges, professional sports franchises, non-profit entities, start-ups, and public/private partnerships, have all demonstrably benefitted from Chris’ deeply experienced and insightful counsel, and stalwart performance.

        His approach is direct, highly responsive, and dedicated to results. He engages in a hands-on and immersive manner in the projects he undertakes: Commercial real estate acquisitions and dispositions; project and joint venture strategic planning, equity structuring and financings; office, lab, industrial and retail leases; deal organization and tax structuring; construction, architectural, and business contracts; zoning and environmental issues; and project permitting and development entitlements at all municipal, state, and federal levels. The results speak for themselves.

        Services/Industries

        Education

        • Boston College Law School  (J.D.)
        • Boston University School of Law  (LL.M.)
        • Tufts University  (B.A., cum laude)

        Bar Admissions

        • Massachusetts

        Court and Other Admissions

        • US District Court, District of Massachusetts
        • US Court of Appeals, 1st Circuit

        Honors

        • AV-Preeminent® designation by Martindale Hubbell

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        Firm Highlights

        Press Releases

        97 Verrill Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers® 2027, Including Four Named Lawyers of the Year

        AUGUSTA, Maine, BANGOR, Maine, BOSTON, Mass., PORTLAND, Maine, and WESTPORT, Conn., (August 20, 2026) – Verrill is proud to announce that 97...
        Alerts and Newsletters

        SEC’s Proposed “Reg Crypto”: What Founders Need to Know

        Startup founders and emerging-growth companies have a number of options for raising capital under the federal securities laws, including Regulation D...
        Blog

        After 45 Years, the IRS Speaks on DCAP Nondiscrimination Testing – And It’s Good News

        Employers that provide a Dependent Care Assistance Program will be pleased to learn that for the first time in 45 years, the IRS has issued guidance...
        Media Mentions

        Robert Keach Discusses Bankruptcy Auction Strategy in Law360

        Verrill attorney Robert Keach spoke with Law360 article examining the complex bankruptcy auction process that resulted in the sale of 23 summer...
        Media Mentions

        Martha Gaythwaite Featured in Portland Press Herald Coverage of Sig Sauer Trial Victory

        Verrill attorney Martha Gaythwaite was highlighted in media coverage of a federal trial in Bangor involving firearm manufacturer Sig Sauer. As...
        Media Mentions

        Law360 Quotes Robert Keach on Senate Bill Affecting Small Business Restructurings

        Verrill attorney Robert Keach was recently quoted in a Law360 article discussing federal legislation that would permanently restore the $7.5 million...
        Alerts and Newsletters

        SAFEs and Preferred Stock – Key Deal Terms Every Founder Should Know

        SAFEs Before negotiating a term sheet for preferred stock, many early-stage companies, particularly at the seed stage, first raise capital through...
        Press Releases

        Verrill Welcomes Business Restructuring and Insolvency Attorney Nimra Tariq

        BOSTON, Massachusetts – Verrill is pleased to announce that Nimra Tariq has joined the firm’s Business Restructuring and Insolvency Group as an...
        Media Mentions

        Robert Keach Provides Commentary on First Brands Restructuring in Law360

        Verrill attorney Robert Keach was quoted in the Law360 article, "First Brands' Ch. 11 Plan Revives Angst Over Admin Claims," discussing First Brands...
        Press Releases

        Verrill Welcomes Construction Attorney Cassie Dufon

        PORTLAND, Maine – Verrill is pleased to welcome Cassie Dufon to the firm’s Construction Group as an Associate, resident in the firm’s Portland...
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        Verrill’s Wide-Ranging Private Wealth Law Practice Recognized in 2026 Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide

        BANGOR and PORTLAND, Maine and BOSTON, Mass. – Verrill attorneys Kenneth P. Brier, Anya F. Endsley, Kurt E. Klebe, Mary McQuillen, Nathaniel S....
        Blog

        Update on Status of Maine Packaging EPR

        In December 2024, Verrill published a blog post, Unwrapping Maine's Gift to the Environment: A New Packaging Stewardship Program Set to Launch in...