Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher is noted for its focus on the borrower side of real estate transactions. Isabel Berger and Patrick Hennessy handle real estate joint ventures, while Sean Tierney is versed in portfolio M&A transactions. Freya Church is active in the hospitality sector and Richard Sen routinely advises REITs. Alan Samson is also recommended.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Accolades

Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'Very comprehensive and have strong control of deal process.'
  • 'Uniquely experienced and positioned to provide timely, excellent service across jurisdictions.'
  • 'Richard Sen is one of the few attorneys in my career that I will continue to revert to for advice.'
  • ‘Richard Sen provides helpful and pragmatic advice.’

Key clients

  • Apollo Global Management
  • Ares Management
  • Blackstone
  • Brookfield
  • Cale Street Partners
  • Centerbridge
  • Deutsche Bank AG
  • Fremont Realty Capital, LP
  • IPI Partners
  • KKR
  • Oaktree Capital Management
  • One Investment Management

Lawyers

Hall of Fame

The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.

Alan Samson
Alan Samson
Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Freya Church
Freya Church
Other key lawyers

Isabel Berger; Patrick Hennessy; Sean Tierney; Freya Church; Richard Sen; Alan Samson; Hayden Cameron