Experience at Work
Charles H. Nitsch serves as counsel to Capes Sokol’s Business and Real Estate Practice Group, offering extensive experience in regulatory compliance, commercial finance, and risk management for financial institutions. With a strong background in banking and commercial finance law, he has advised Fortune 1000 financial companies, guiding them through complex legal landscapes and mitigating risks. Charles works closely with organizations at every stage of a transaction—from deal origination to closing and servicing—ensuring compliance with financial regulations and industry best practices. He also provides legal oversight to secure the proper perfection of security interests and resolve intricate title issues on mortgaged property. With deep expertise in high-value loan structuring, contract negotiation, and litigation management, Charles delivers strategic counsel on risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution. His knowledge of real estate transactions, title issues, and loan documentation enables him to provide tailored legal solutions to meet the financial sector’s unique challenges. Charles is highly skilled in navigating complex financial transactions, resolving title disputes, and ensuring adherence to federal and state regulations. He has a proven track record of optimizing legal processes, minimizing risk exposure, and implementing best practices to support business objectives.
Education
Educational Background
- Saint Louis University School of Law, J.D. (2003)
- Webster University, B.A. (1997)
Significant Experience
Representations
- Provided legal counsel on a $15 billion dollar agricultural loan portfolio across the U.S. and Canada, from origination to servicing.
- Worked as both Claims Counsel and Underwriting Counsel for leading national title insurance underwriters, advising title agents and resolving title claims.
- Represented national and regional mortgage lenders in all aspects of default servicing, related litigation and bankruptcy, and title disputes.
Admissions & Qualifications
Bar & Court Admissions
- Missouri
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri