Jason Powell is a corporate and securities attorney in the Austin office of Dickinson Wright, where he advises real estate sponsors, investment managers, developers, and start-ups and established companies on structuring and executing complex business transactions. His practice focuses on real estate private equity, capital formation, joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and strategic financings across the United States.
Jason regularly counsels clients on the formation and operation of real estate investment vehicles, including private equity funds, syndications, and joint ventures. He structures and negotiates private securities offerings under Regulation D, Regulation A, Regulation CF and related exemptions, drafts offering and governance documents, and advises sponsors through all stages of the investment lifecycle — from formation and capital raising to acquisitions, asset management, recapitalizations, and exits.
In addition to his real estate capital markets practice, Jason advises entrepreneurs and established companies on corporate structuring, equity investments, debt financings, and strategic transactions. He frequently serves as outside general counsel to his clients, providing practical, business-oriented guidance that integrates legal strategy with operational and financial objectives.
Before returning to private practice, Jason served as general counsel to two corporations, giving him firsthand experience navigating risk management, capital allocation decisions, and transactional execution from the client’s perspective. Combined with his academic background in finance and economics, this experience allows him to deliver commercially grounded advice that helps clients move deals forward efficiently while protecting long-term enterprise value.
Clients value Jason for his responsiveness, efficiency, and ability to distill complex legal and securities concepts into clear, actionable guidance. He approaches transactions as a partner to management — focused not only on closing the deal, but on positioning clients for sustained growth.
Outside of his practice, Jason is an active triathlete who enjoys running, cycling, and golf. Since relocating to Austin, he has embraced the city’s vibrant food, music, and culture, and he enjoys traveling internationally with his family.
Education & Credentials
Education
University of Montana School of Law
J.D.- cum laude
Montana State University-Billings
M.S., Sports Management- summa cum laude
Montana State University-Billings
B.A., Finance & Economics- magna cum laude
Bar Admission
Prominent Assignments
Mergers & Acquisitions
- Represented buyer in a $30 million acquisition of business assets and real estate.
- Represented sellers in multiple middle-market asset sales ranging from $17 million to $99 million.
- Assisted buyer in a $321 million acquisition of a competitor, including transaction support and diligence.
- Represented company in a $30 million business combination transaction.
- Led due diligence for a proposed $75 million acquisition, including preparation of a comprehensive diligence memorandum.
- Assisted company with due diligence and transaction materials for a $300 million reverse merger into a SPAC.
Real Estate & Alternative Securities Offerings
- Represented issuer in the first real estate token offering completed in the United States ($10 million).
- Represented issuer in a $120 million real estate token offering.
- Represented issuer in the formation and offering of real estate funds and opportunity zone funds totaling up to $200 million, including multifamily and single-family housing strategies.
- Represented issuers in multiple Regulation A+ offerings (up to $50 million) for real estate acquisition, lending, and operating platforms.
- Prepared offering documents for private money lending and debt offerings ranging from $10 million to $60 million, secured by real estate assets.
- Represented issuers in offerings for the acquisition, development, and operation of multifamily, mobile home parks, storage facilities, hotels, and triple-net properties, ranging from $5 million to $100 million.
- Represented issuer in a $250 million offering focused on oil and gas exploration and production projects.
- Represented issuer in offerings supporting green and sustainable real estate development, including single-family residential construction.
Corporate, Private Equity & Venture Capital
- Represented company in private equity investments totaling up to $200 million, including negotiation and documentation.
- Represented issuers in operating company offerings across diverse industries, including healthcare, data centers, vertical farming, restaurants, and blockchain infrastructure.
- Represented cannabis and hemp industry clients in capital raises and lending offerings totaling up to $50 million, including real estate and equipment-backed structures.
- Represented emerging companies in Series Seed, SAFE, convertible note, and Series A financings ranging from $2 million to $10 million.
- Represented venture capital funds in Series Seed through Series B investments, with deal sizes ranging from $500,000 to $5 million.
- Represented issuer in specialty finance and asset-backed offerings, including automobile loans and secured lending platforms.