Shomari Benton is an experienced real estate attorney and Partner in the firm of Benton, Lloyd and Chung LLC that focuses on all aspects of real estate transactions and law including development, financing, purchases, sales, leasing, joint ventures, condemnation, planning and zoning, brownfield development, and real estate litigation. Shomari obtained his J.D, from the University of Missouri Columbia School of Law and is also an entrepreneur and community activist. Professional Accomplishments: Worked on Land Use Development financing tools such as URDs and CIDs. Represented neighborhood association in Abandoned Housing/Civil Nuisance cases. Represented client on Historic Tax Credit closings Lead counsel on Unlawful Detainer/Rent and Possession cases. Drafted lease/sublease agreements for corporate entities and termination of easements. Counseled clients on public financing, planning & zoning process, & review of sale and lease agreements. Negotiated development rights and payments related to multi-level dormitory construction. Focused on Environmental Issues pertaining to state and federal compliance. Honors: Kansas City Business Journal Best of the Bar | 2019 Kansas City Museum Board Commissioner | 2020 - Present Top 40 Under 40, Kansas City Magazine (2012) Co-Author: You Down with MWBE? Yeah You Know Me: A Summary of the MBE, WBE, and DBE Programs in the State of Missouri.