Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, LLP, Real Estate

About

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From acquisition to disposition and everything in between, we handle all your real estate needs. Whether you are involved in development, construction, ownership, finance and/or investment, or are simply a corporate user of real estate, our team of real estate and construction attorneys partners with you to advance your business goals. Grounded in industry-specific knowledge, we handle sophisticated real estate transactions throughout the U.S. and across market sectors. We help both real estate investors and users in their commercial real estate projects, using a team approach that maximizes efficiency and effectiveness. We handle projects of any scale or complexity while also offering the location-specific experience necessary for success in key markets. We also represent clients in land use litigation and devise novel approaches to construction risk management that can reduce conflicts, deficiencies and disputes. Our deep bench includes lawyers who manage and close real estate transactions, resolve real estate and construction disputes, maximize eminent domain compensation, and manage property tax and environmental liabilities. We provide results-driven service for all types of real estate, with particular experience in office, retail, industrial, hospitality, restaurant, industrial robotics and automation, alternative energy, mixed-use and multifamily properties.

Chambers Review

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Real Estate - New Jersey

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Faegre Drinker offers excellence in representing real estate investors, developers and landowners in an array of transactions, covering issues such as regulatory compliance, land use and leasing. Widely recognized as a market leader for its concentration of business-focused attorneys with standout abilities in the sector. Advises clients across a wide range of industries and is noted for its excellent contacts and solid commercial acumen. Noted expertise in major development and redevelopment projects concerning commercial, industrial and residential space. Also regularly sought after for its expert advice on property financing.

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Work Highlights

Faegre Drinker represented Matrix Realty in connection with a joint venture to acquire and develop multiple industrial properties in North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia.

Strengths

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"They are always thorough, professional and responsive."

Real Estate respondent
USA

"The Faegre team is extremely thoughtful and diligent. They are also extremely responsive, reliable and sensitive of costs relative to transaction size."

Real Estate respondent
USA

"Complexity is their strong suit."

Real Estate respondent
USA

"They are always thorough, professional and responsive."

Real Estate respondent
USA

"The Faegre team is extremely thoughtful and diligent. They are also extremely responsive, reliable and sensitive of costs relative to transaction size."

Real Estate respondent
USA

"Complexity is their strong suit."

Real Estate respondent
USA

Notable Practitioners

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Glenn S Pantel

Band 1

Glenn Pantel is highly regarded for his wide-ranging skill set, which includes strengths in a broad array of regulatory matters. He has significant expertise in advising on site plan approvals for large development projects.

"Glenn is a highly respected practitioner in the area of land use."

"He is very responsive, customer focused, thorough and confident."

"Glenn is truly an accomplished intellect and practitioner."

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Michael E Rothpletz Jr

Band 1

Michael Rothpletz's experience includes the representation of clients from both the developer and corporate side of the real estate sector, who turn to him for advice on complex transactions and leasing matters.

"His depth of experience is excellent."

"He could teach a master class on precise structuring of underlying real estate."

"Michael is thorough, works hard and is very responsive - I always have full faith he will get things done in a very timely way."

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Andy Norin

Band 2

Andy Norin assists real estate developers in obtaining approvals for mixed-use, residential and commercial development projects. He is also adept at guiding clients through land use litigation.

"Andy is very focused on the details and prompt with responses. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for an expert in land use or real estate transactions."

"He helps structure and navigate complex deals and issues, and is uniquely adept and skilled at both real estate transactions and zoning/land use matters."

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Michael C. Woodruff

Band 2

Michael Woodruff offers robust strengths across transactional and development work, with particular expertise in the health care and education sectors.

"I've had nothing but the most professional, personable and productive interactions with Michael and would recommend him to anyone."

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Michael San Giacomo

Band 2

Michael San Giacomo regularly supports clients on securing site plan approvals for developers and advises on transactional work for investment firms and real estate companies.

"Michael is a great draftsman."

"He is a brilliant business partner."

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Joseph Whitney

Band 3

Joseph Whitney is a real estate partner operating out of Faegre Drinker's Florham Park office. He assists clients with acquisitions, sales and leasing matters relating to the full range of real estate assets, including office, industrial, retail and condominium properties.

"Joseph is an excellent transactional attorney."

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John Michalski

Up and Coming

John Michalski is an up-and-coming attorney noted for his work advising clients on zoning issues. He is recognized for his expertise in the New Jersey Local Redevelopment and Housing Law and other state statutes.

"John is a top-notch attorney who has handled numerous complex projects."

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