Curtis Petersen's extensive experience in structuring and securing public-private partnerships has yielded hundreds of millions of dollars in local, state, and federal economic incentives for client projects.

As part of his real estate practice, Curtis also represents clients both locally and nationally in connection with the acquisition, financing, development, leasing, and sale of all classes of real estate. In addition, he has significant experience assisting clients in planning, zoning, land use, and redevelopment.

Education

  • University of Virginia (J.D., 2004)
    • Order of the Coif
  • Rice University (B.A., 2001)
    • summa cum laude

Bar Admission

  • Kansas, 2004
  • Missouri, 2008

Professional Affiliations

  • Wyandotte Economic Development Council, Board Member 
  • Leadership Overland Park, Class of 2010
  • Kansas City Tomorrow, Class of 2017

Recognition

  • BTI Client Service All-Star, 2018
  • Ranked in Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, Real Estate, Missouri: Kansas City & Surrounds, 2013-2017, 2021-2025
  • Ranked in Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, Real Estate, Kansas, 2013-2020
  • Selected for inclusion in Best Lawyers in America® for:
    • Real Estate Law, 2024-2026
    • Land Use & Zoning Law, 2013-2026
  • Selected for Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” in Overland Park, Kansas, for Land Use & Zoning Law, 2015, 2026