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Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, LLP

Real Estate

USA Guide 2026 : New Jersey


Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, LLP

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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.

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Real Estate - New Jersey

Band 1

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. The team is widely recognized as a market leader for its concentration of business-focused attorneys with standout abilities in the sector. It advises clients across a wide range of industries and is noted for its excellent contacts and solid commercial acumen. It is also noted for its expertise in major development and redevelopment projects concerning commercial, industrial and residential space. It is regularly sought after for its expert advice on property financing.

Work Highlights

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  • Faegre Drinker advised Matrix Realty on the sale of a property approved for a 170-unit residential development in East Brunswick to K Hovnanian.

Strengths

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  • The team is highly responsive and available at all times.

    Real Estate respondentUSA
  • Faegre Drinker's knowledge, experience and level of detail is impeccable.

    Real Estate respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Glenn S Pantel
    Band 1Glenn S Pantel

    Glenn S Pantel

    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 seasoned litigator with a great deal of perspective and technical skill.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
  • Band 1Michael E Rothpletz Jr
    Band 1Michael E Rothpletz Jr

    Michael E Rothpletz Jr

    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.
    • Michael is extremely thorough and one of the most knowledgeable lawyers in the state in terms of complex sale agreements.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
    • Michael is thorough and thoughtful. I trust him to identify issues and have full confidence that he doesn't miss things.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
  • Band 2Andy Norin
    Band 2Andy Norin

    Andy Norin

    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 has a very high level of technical knowledge and experience.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
  • Band 2Michael C. Woodruff
    Band 2Michael C. Woodruff

    Michael C. Woodruff

    Michael Woodruff offers robust strengths across transactional and development work, with particular expertise in the health care and education sectors.
    • Mike makes my job easier and less stressful. His knowledge and experience of both legal and business norms as well as risks is fantastic.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
    • He is very efficient, able to understand the issues and doesn't get bogged down in the minutiae.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
  • Band 2Michael San Giacomo
    Band 2Michael San Giacomo

    Michael San Giacomo

    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.
  • Band 3John Michalski
    Band 3John Michalski

    John Michalski

    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 Michalski has a lot of experience and has done a very good job managing big projects.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
  • Band 3Joseph Whitney
    Band 3Joseph Whitney

    Joseph Whitney

    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.
    • Joe is very experienced and the kind of lawyer that keeps the momentum of a transaction by virtue of his work ethic and responsiveness.

      Real Estate respondentUSA

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