About

Provided by Latham & Watkins LLP

Latham offers public and private REITs, as well as their underwriters, lenders, sponsors, investors and partners, robust and seamless service across all aspects of the REIT market. Latham draws on its first-class capital markets, M&A, tax, real estate, finance, and executive compensation capabilities to address REITs from every angle.

Our history, spanning more than three decades, of working on the cutting edge of REIT transactions includes advising on groundbreaking deals that have helped define the market and the asset classes that qualify for inclusion in a REIT portfolio. Latham’s cross-practice approach helps our REIT clients stay ahead of rapid shifts in the business landscape as markets fluctuate, regulations change, technology advances, and asset classes evolve. Whether a client is preparing for an IPO, buying or selling a public or private REIT or a large strategic portfolio, negotiating a joint venture, or seeking a tax ruling with respect to a novel asset class or issue, Latham brings deep experience across the full spectrum of capabilities.

Latham’s REIT team has deep experience across a wide range of asset classes, including office, industrial, triple-net lease, data center, retail, multifamily, single family, healthcare, gaming, hospitality, self-storage, infrastructure, manufactured housing, mortgages, and other debt securities.




Chambers Review

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REITs - USA - Nationwide

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Latham & Watkins boasts impressive strength on both transactional and securities matters in relation to REITs, alongside sophisticated spin-out, compliance and REIT conversion practices. Demonstrates experience in relation to roll-up IPOs. Brings to bear its complementary capabilities in real estate, tax and corporate law to provide comprehensive counsel on matters ranging from the structuring and formation of REITs to public offerings and private placements of debt and equity.

Work Highlights

  • Latham & Watkins represented Digital Realty Trust in a joint venture with Blackstone, for the purposes of developing four hyperscale data center campuses across three metros in Europe and North America.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Julian T H Kleindorfer
Julian T H Kleindorfer
Star Individuals
Julian Kleindorfer is acclaimed for his in-depth knowledge of leading M&A and securities offerings.

Julian has knowledge in the REIT space that is unrivaled.

Julian is recognized as the best and most experienced REIT lawyer for a reason. He is the best.

Julian is the top of the mountain in REIT land. He has seen the most and has very strong judgment. Julian is a problem solver who approaches situations with rigor and experience.

Ana G O'Brien
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Ana G O'Brien
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Band 1
Ana O'Brien is esteemed for her deep understanding of the taxation matters arising from transactions in the REITs space.

Ana is a real estate tax expert who provides sage advice. She has deep experience and is a great person to work with.

Ana is a top-notch service provider who is always putting her clients first, ensuring they get the right level of support.

Ana is superb to work with. She is extremely knowledgeable, and she has a breadth of experience that she is able to bring to bear to create practical solutions.

Lewis Kneib
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Lewis Kneib
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Band 2
Lewis Kneib is particularly well regarded for his expertise in capital markets transactions including high-value debt and equity offerings.

Lewis drives creative solutions.

Lewis is a go-to for capital markets. He is an expert in the space and is able to give clients an answer quickly.

Lewis is always available and gives great practical advice that reflects his knowledge of the particular topic.

Pardis Zomorodi
3
Pardis Zomorodi
3
Band 3
Pardis Zomorodi attracts recognition for her ability to advise on the tax aspects of REIT transactions.

Pardis is a seasoned practitioner. She is experienced and a hard worker.

Pardis is a fantastic REIT lawyer.

Pardis is the smartest person I've ever met and a brilliant tax lawyer. She is very practical and sees problems miles away.

Abigail Smith
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Abigail Smith
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Band 5

Abigail Smith provides counsel on high-profile offerings. Her clients include prominent banks and significant REITs.

Abigail is an incredibly creative and intelligent attorney.

Ranked Lawyers at
Latham & Watkins LLP

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USA - Nationwide

REITs

Julian T H Kleindorfer
Julian T H Kleindorfer
Star Individuals
Lewis Kneib
2
Lewis Kneib
2
Band 2
Abigail Smith
5
Abigail Smith
5
Band 5
REITs: Tax

Ana G O'Brien
1
Ana G O'Brien
1
Band 1
Pardis Zomorodi
3
Pardis Zomorodi
3
Band 3