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Cozen O'Connor

Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use

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Cozen O'Connor

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Cozen O’Connor has earned its place among the nation’s top real estate legal practices. With nearly 100 dedicated real estate attorneys based in cities across the U.S. and Canada, the firm offers vast real estate capabilities and a full-service multidisciplinary platform. Institutional and entrepreneurial clients rely on Cozen O’Connor to help them achieve success in all areas of the real estate marketplace.

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Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use - Pennsylvania

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Cozen O'Connor is a well-regarded practice with a bench of practitioners experienced in all aspects of real estate acquisitions, joint ventures, construction and financing. Especially strong in negotiating purchase agreements, advising borrowers and resolving tax issues involving the real estate market. Client base includes private equity firms and institutional investors.
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Work Highlights

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  • Cozen O'Connor represented an affiliate of Equus Capital Partners in the formation of a joint venture with an affiliate of Town Lane Capital for the acquisition and ownership of an industrial portfolio, valued at $555 million.

Strengths

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  • Cozen O'Connor have a very deep and extensive level of experience in all manner of commercial real estate and real estate finance issues.

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  • Cozen O'Connor are in tune with market changes, demands and provide thoughtful guidance.

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  • Cozen O'Connor has tremendous experience, intelligence and provide a client-focused effort.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Thomas Witt
    Thomas Witt

    Thomas Witt

    Thomas Witt is a seasoned attorney who has vast experience representing a variety of real estate developers in zoning and land use mandates.
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  • David Ebby
    David Ebby

    David Ebby

    David Ebby is well respected for his real estate transactional practice. He primarily acts on behalf of lenders on real estate financing transactions, with some of his main clients being large insurance companies.
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  • Robert A Silverman
    Robert A Silverman

    Robert A Silverman

    Robert Silverman has built a sophisticated practice that sees him advising on redevelopment projects, acquisitions and financings.

    • Robert is detail-oriented and has a huge breadth of experience.

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    • He is responsive, communicative and knowledgeable at the highest levels.

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    • Not only is he highly knowledgeable and experienced, but he attacks every transaction with a thoroughness and zeal as though his life depends on it.

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  • Howard Grossman
    Howard Grossman

    Howard Grossman

    Howard Grossman comes recommended for his experience in representing a range of real estate developers in projects, acquisitions and financing matters. He also has expertise in advising private equity funds in connection with joint ventures.

    • Howard is a brilliant business lawyer, beloved by his clients for the business acumen he brings to the table, his negotiating skill and his ability to manage a team of lawyers to accomplish stellar results in very large transactions.

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  • Adam M Silverman
    Adam M Silverman

    Adam M Silverman

    Adam Silverman focuses his practice on counseling clients on a range of matters, such as acquisitions and dispositions, office leases and development projects. His clients include real estate developers, REITs and investors.

    • He is extremely diligent, responsive and intelligent.

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  • Jeffrey A Leonard
    Jeffrey A Leonard

    Jeffrey A Leonard

    Jeffrey Leonard has a strong real estate practice with an emphasis on representing developers and investors in acquisitions, multifamily transactions and loan workouts.

    • Jeff has a sophisticated awareness of the client's business needs and goals and of the nuances of dealing with people in major transactions.

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  • Robert M. Careless
    Robert M. Careless

    Robert M. Careless

    Philadelphia-based Robert Careless assists clients including developers, investors and REITs with land use and zoning matters. He handles a range of issues, such as obtaining permits, approvals and zoning entitlements.

    • He is incredibly knowledgeable and always willing to help.

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  • Kelly Shinn
    Kelly Shinn

    Kelly Shinn

    Kelly Shinn is noted for her experience assisting a range of clients, particularly with real estate joint venture agreements and developments.

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