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REITs - USA - Nationwide

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Hunton Andrews Kurth demonstrates particular strength in the field of securities, tackling IPOs and other debt and equity offerings for underwriters and issuers alike. Highly knowledgeable on the tax issues impacting a variety of public and privately owned entities, from mortgage REITs to hotel vehicles. Demonstrates a particular affinity for REIT formation within the hospitality sector.

Work Highlights

  • Hunton Andrews Kurth advised Hersha Hospitality Trust in its $1.4 billion acquisition by KSL Capital Partners.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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George C Howell III
E
George C Howell III
E
Eminent Practitioners
George Howell regularly advises clients on securitization and is known for his expertise in mortgage REITs.

George has a keen ability to balance legal issues with business issues. He understands the practicalities, and he is extremely knowledgeable.

George is a highly available lawyer who is able to come up with unique structures that enable clients to do unique deals.

George has an ability to simplify very complex subjects and provide direct, practical advice based on a wealth of experience.

Kendal Sibley
1
Kendal Sibley
1
Band 1
Kendal Sibley is commended for her astute representation of REITs in a range of transactions including equity and debt offerings, as well as M&A.

Kendal is extremely knowledgeable, responsive, practical and thoughtful with her advice. She has tremendous industry knowledge and an ability to provide nuanced advice in a client-friendly way.

Kendal is an amazing tax counsel, with strong commercial awareness and experience. She has great depth and breadth of REIT tax knowledge, and is extremely responsive.

Kendal is one of the best for REIT tax work. She is like a walking encyclopedia. She is dedicated and sees the bigger picture.

Robert K. Smith
3
Robert K. Smith
3
Band 3
Robert Smith is particularly adept at advising mortgage REITs on capital market transactions.

Robert is a fantastic attorney. He is knowledgeable and experienced in the real estate industry. His level of client service, availability and responsiveness is unparalleled.

Rob is an incredible legal professional. He is thoughtful, knowledgeable and commercial. He is always available for his clients.

Robert is an excellent client coverage lawyer. He is very personable and has good relationships. He is good at answering legal questions and can leverage the firm's resources for specific topics.

Kate Saltz
5
Kate Saltz
5
Band 5

Kate Saltz is held in high regard for her ability to provide counsel on debt offerings and at-the-market shelf offerings.

Kate is a fabulous lawyer who is great to work with.

Kate is extremely knowledgeable, very responsive, thoughtful and steeped in securities law. She is a very strong performer.

Kate is extremely dedicated. She advocates for her clients in a thoughtful way.

Ranked Lawyers at
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP

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USA - Nationwide

REITs

Robert K. Smith
3
Robert K. Smith
3
Band 3
Kate Saltz
5
Kate Saltz
5
Band 5
REITs: Tax

George C Howell III
E
George C Howell III
E
Eminent Practitioners
Kendal Sibley
1
Kendal Sibley
1
Band 1