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Real Estate
USA Guide 2026 : District of Columbia
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Fried Frank advised Citadel Enterprise Americas, as tenant, on the demolition, redevelopment and leasing of its future New York headquarters, a 1,600‑foot‑tall, approximately 1.8 million‑square‑foot mixed‑use tower.
Strengths
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The Fried Frank team displays deep subject matter expertise and strong drafting.
Real Estate respondentUSA
Notable Practitioners
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Band 1 
Band 1 Franz R Rassman
Franz Rassman is sought out by clients for his depth of experience in high-value real estate matters involving leases, acquisitions, sales and developments. Franz is an excellent lawyer and a great draftsman. He pays great attention to the detail surrounding the business deal and brings a great amount of clarity to the lease negotiating process.
Real Estate respondentUSA
Band 2 
Band 2 Valerie Kelly
Valerie Kelly expertly handles a wide variety of real estate transactions for a client base which includes developers, investors and tenants. Her ability to navigate intricate legal frameworks and deliver effective results for her clients is very impressive.
Real Estate respondentUSA
Ranked Individuals at Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP (2)
District of Columbia
Franz R Rassman
Real Estate
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Real Estate
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