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BigHires ! Lateral Partner hiring comes amid reports of strong revenue and demand growth at big firms, particularly Am Law 50 firms. Feel free to reach out for a confidential discussion of current lateral opportunities - partner , group or merger options .

As of June 1, 2024, The Pennington Firm has officially merged with Atwood & McCall 🌟 I will be leading Atwood & McCall’s Litigation Section and creating and building our Real Estate Transactions Section, so me and my team will continue to serve all of your Litigation and Real Estate referrals ⚖️  Thank you so much for your continued support! We look forward to serving you in this exciting new chapter of our story. https://lnkd.in/gnKmny86 #MergerAnnouncement #LawFirm #LegalUpdate

George W. Matteo, Jr. is your source on a vast range of issues involving commercial transactions, real estate, land use, zoning, corporate law and finance in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Feel free to contact me when you need an insightful, experienced #sourceforcomment ^gr #editors #reporters #realestatedevelopment #commercialfinancing

Lower-to-mid-market private equity work is increasingly essential. It targets companies with high growth potential, who offer compelling returns and less competition for investment capital. These hires are but one indication of the segment's appeal, evidenced by strategic hires by Trowers & Hamlins and competitor law firms. This indicates a vibrant investment and legal activity area that #lawfirmmarketing professionals will quickly harness in their messaging. The importance of consistent teamwork at Gateley Legal and BDB Pitmans is also evident from this talented duo, skilfully conveyed by the firm. #tuesdaythoughts

While this discussion was very NYC-centric where even commercial deals can be hard upon contract signing, it’s always a good idea to get and review the seller’s existing survey and title policy even before you get your title company on board. This came in helpful in a recent deal where I realized there was a material title defect (probably uninsurable) before the contract was finalized and signed. Yes, the title issues would have been discovered anyways, but we had a commitment from seller to cure baked into the contract, rather than relying on a title objection letter: a seller could always respond to a title objection letter with “no, we don’t elect to cure” and a buyer’s only choices at that point are to terminate the deal or close over the title defect.

#HaynesBoone Chief Operating Officer David Boden sat down with Lynn LaRowe from Law360 to discuss the firm relocating eight of its 19 locations over the past two years while setting standards for the new spaces that prioritize efficiency and attorney wellness. Read more at the link in the comments.

One of the best things about construction law is getting to be both a trial lawyer and a dealmaker, especially when I get to work with these exceptional corporate and real estate attorneys at my firm.

Despite negative projections in commercial real estate, attorney John Ferguson of Goodwin highlights secondaries as a thriving sector. Real estate investors should pay attention to the potential of this often-overlooked area. Susan Barreto (she/her) | Alternatives Watch https://lnkd.in/dtvBYwP4 #RealEstate #RealEstateInvesting

This week, Harris Beach PLLC’s Chief Executive Officer Chris Jagel, Chief Business Development Officer DeWitt Sullivan and Office Managing Partner of White Plains Darius P. Chafizadeh visited Murtha’s Connecticut offices to connect with attorneys and staff and discuss the upcoming combination of our two firms. We are excited to continue collaborating as we work to become one unified firm with an expansive presence across the Northeast. #MurthaCullina #HarrisBeach #ConnecticutLawFirm #BostonLawFirm #NewYorkLawFirm

It’s go time for the worlds largest firm! 200 new partners is more than many firms TOTAL PARTNER count. These 200 will undoubtedly be highly talented, motivated and well connected legal minds. The firms statement is we are backing the future. There is no sure way to guarantee the future of a firm but one thing is for sure, we see abundant talent leaving law firms to go to competitors. If however you are geared up to replenish, replace, invest, top grade, you develop a platform that grows, invests, harnesses the brightest most motivated folk. Sure some will leave but that is a drop in the ocean and often part of ‘the plan’. Attrition is a good thing it makes room and allows others to step in. Growth is the ultimate weapon in big law. Kirkland are the masters of growth. Congratulations to all of the new Kirkland & Ellis partners what an exciting opportunity you’ve earned. I’m a strong believer that Kirkland are a barometer for the market, looking at this announcement says at the top end of law there is a lot of work to do. This will have a filter down effect. Not all firms are created equally but if the market is growing for Kirkland it has the potential for others. Don’t sit idle, invest in growth. I should also point out Kirkland are very active in lateral recruitment just look at two of their new offices Frankfurt and KSA. I’m looking forward to more law firm promotion announcement. #law #growth