George U. Winney

George Winney brings more than 25 years of experience representing commercial real estate owners, developers, and investors. With a keen ability to navigate complex transactions and resolve intricate legal challenges, George provides practical and strategic solutions tailored to his clients’ needs. His extensive background includes handling retail leases, purchase and sale transactions, and a variety of real estate disputes, making him a trusted partner for all aspects of commercial real estate.

George’s practice encompasses a wide range of services, including:

Key Areas of Practice:

Transaction Management:

• Assisting clients with purchase and sale transactions, financing transactions, and the resolution of title issues.

Land Use Agreements:

• Creating and negotiating restrictive covenants, easements, and other land use agreements to ensure compliance and protect client interests.

Retail Lease Negotiation:

• Extensive experience negotiating and drafting retail leases, having represented over 200 shopping centers across the state.

Litigation and Dispute Resolution:

• Handling a diverse assortment of disputes, including:
  • Lease disputes
  • Purchase agreement disputes
  • Disclosure disputes
  • Mechanics’ lien claims
  • Breach of contract and general business disputes

Trademark Protection:

• Establishing, protecting, and enforcing trademark rights across various industries, including real estate development, hospitality, agriculture, manufacturing, and non-profit organizations.

George’s litigation practice is marked by his no-nonsense approach, focusing on efficiency while minimizing unnecessary conflict. His extensive experience in retail center operations and management equips him to handle lease enforcement matters, eviction actions, and lease workouts effectively. Having represented more than 200 shopping centers across the state, George has extensive experience negotiating and drafting retail leases and resolving a broad array of issues relating to retail center operations and management.

George earned his law degree from the University of Arizona, where he graduated summa cum laude and served as an Executive Editor of the Arizona Law Review. He also holds a summa cum laude undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering from Arizona State University.

With a commitment to excellence and a deep understanding of the commercial real estate landscape, George Winney is well-equipped to support clients in achieving their goals and navigating the complexities of their real estate ventures.

Court Admissions

• State Bar of Arizona
• United States District Court, District of Arizona