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What the Team is Known For

Venable is an expert practice on Maryland corporate law matters with the ability to handle substantial IPOs, stock and debt offerings and M&A on behalf of market-leading traded and non-traded REITs and businesses. Often called upon to advise on corporate governance concerns. Regularly provides input on developments and improvements in the State of Maryland's legislature as it pertains to REITs.

Work Highlights

  • Venable acted as Maryland counsel to Kimco Realty Corporation in its acquisition of RPT Realty.

Strengths

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Venable is a fantastic law firm, built of true specialists in Maryland laws and the broader picture including trends that could impact clients. The firm staffs matters appropriately and is efficient.

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Venable is a super-knowledgeable and accessible law firm with an incredibly deep bench of market leaders.

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Venable is the preeminent Maryland corporate firm. Venable's precedents and practices set the standard for the REIT industry, and the breadth of this law firm is unmatched.

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Venable is the gold standard of Maryland counsel. It can handle the most complex and sophisticated matters in the REIT space. Venable has reliably strong client service and responsiveness.

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Venable has a team of experts in Maryland law. Its commercial perspective when evaluating and analyzing Maryland law questions sets them apart. It has commercial solutions to virtually all questions.

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Notable Practitioners

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James J Hanks Jr
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James J Hanks Jr
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James Hanks is experienced across the spectrum of REIT matters, boasting a storied career of independent director representation.

James is amazing and he has a tremendous amount of experience.

James is the dean of the Maryland Bar. He is the best in the business.

James is one of the true deans of the Maryland corporate Bar. He has a fantastic depth of experience and judgment.

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Christopher W Pate
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Christopher W Pate
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Christopher Pate is best known for his work with special committees to REITs.

Christopher is highly knowledgeable and detail-oriented. He takes a pragmatic approach to client service and always looks for the solution.

Chris is outstanding. He's very quick, precise and knowledgeable.

Christopher is very knowledgeable and detail-oriented. He knows the law inside and out.

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Patricia McGowan
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Patricia McGowan regularly counsels clients on a variety of Maryland-specific REIT issues, including those arising in M&A and IPOs.

Patricia is outstanding.

Patricia is a key leader in the REIT space. She is a personable and likeable individual.

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Carmen Fonda
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Carmen Fonda
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Carmen Fonda's knowledge of corporate structuring in accordance with Maryland's laws is increasingly sought by REITs nationally.

Carmen is the best out there in her area.

Carmen is a go-to.

Carmen is very technically gifted, and a real thought leader.

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Michael D Schiffer
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Michael D Schiffer
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Michael Schiffer is esteemed for representing special committees in REIT IPOs and other transactions.

Michael is an outstanding lawyer; he is very smart.

Michael is a very commercial and hard-working lawyer.

Michael is thoughtful, really knowledgeable and takes into account when the broader picture may impact clients.

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Brian Field
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Brian Field
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Brian Field is called upon to advise clients on restructurings, acquisitions and mergers.

Brian is a go-to resource for matters involving Maryland law. He is responsive and gets the job done.

Brian is an excellent lawyer.

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Hirsh M Ament
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Hirsh M Ament
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Hirsh Ament has a burgeoning practice that involves advising clients on complex acquisitions in the space.

Hirst is fantastic. He is a real up-and-coming leader at the firm, and is a go-to lawyer in Maryland. He is very commercial, and a real superstar.

Hirst is eager, responsive and the consummate professional.

Hirsh has a solid understanding of Maryland law, and understands the business objectives of clients. He is responsive and professional.

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Ranked Lawyers at
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James J Hanks Jr
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James J Hanks Jr
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Christopher W Pate
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Christopher W Pate
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Patricia McGowan
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Carmen Fonda
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Carmen Fonda
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Michael D Schiffer
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Michael D Schiffer
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Brian Field
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Brian Field
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Hirsh M Ament
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Hirsh M Ament
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