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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP has more than 50 lawyers advising a broad range of industry participants on all aspects of REIT transactions. Our practice spans M&A, investment and joint venture transactions, public and private equity and debt offerings (including IPOs), spin-offs, corporate governance, real estate private fund formation, REIT formation (including UPREIT and DOWNREIT structures) and REIT tax compliance issues.
Since 2015, we have advised on more than 260 REIT-related M&A transactions with an aggregate value exceeding $505 billion, as well as over 105 REIT-related offerings with an aggregate value exceeding $60 billion (LSEG). We are a trusted advisor to many of the most innovative clients in the registered funds space and offer deep experience on all aspects of retail real estate products. The Firm is a leader in the Non-Listed / Private Placement REITs market, advising on the formation and launch of over 20 non-traded, private placement and 1940 Act REITs since 2017, including both mortgage REITs and equity REITs across all property types (including digital infrastructure, net lease, industrial, seniors housing, student housing and multifamily).
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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is a growing force in the sector covering both publicly traded and public non-listed REITs. The firm is experienced in handling major M&A transactions and IPOs, as well as high-value debt and equity offerings.
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Simpson Thacher represented Blackstone Real Estate Partners X in its acquisition of Retail Opportunity Investments Corp. in a $4 billion all-cash transaction.
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Simpson Thacher has deep technical expertise, offering strong client service and responsiveness. They jump on critical issues right away, giving quick answers to complex questions.
Simpson Thacher are very plugged in and responsive.
They have expert partners and staff on non-traded REITs, as well as perspective on the landscape of competitors and best industry practices.
Simpson Thacher are exceptional; they understand our nuanced issues and provide exceptional strategic guidance.
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He is strong in the non-traded REITs space.
He is extremely creative and is at the forefront of what he does – a really innovative lawyer who pushes the envelope.
He is very good lawyer who works on big deals in the space and has a great reputation.
Brian Stadler's practice involves advising clients on a broad range of issues in the REITs space, including complex M&A deals, dispositions of organizations and joint ventures.
Brian has built a fantastic team doing some of the best work in REITs M&A.
Brian is a long-experienced practitioner in the REIT space. He works collaboratively and professionally, and is well respected and liked.
Brian is a top-notch attorney who knows his clients and the industry extremely well. He quickly gets to the heart of the issue and offers practical and sound advice.
Brian remains at the top of his game.
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