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Hogan Lovells US LLP has a long-standing REITs practice advising on IPOs, M&A, capital markets, corporate governance, and joint ventures for publicly traded and non-traded REITs. The team is regularly instructed by REITs and underwriters on complex capital-raising and strategic transactions. Washington DC-based David Bonser anchors the practice, bringing more than 30 years of experience advising real estate companies on IPOs, private placements, fund formations, and M&A. Tax capability is a key differentiator, with Cristina Arumi and Prentiss Feagles advising on REIT and partnership tax structuring across IPOs, UPREIT formations, REIT conversions, rollups, and cross-border real estate investments. On the corporate and securities side, Mike McTiernan supports traded and non-traded REITs and underwriters on public offerings, SEC reporting, and governance matters, while Stacey McEvoy advises on REIT-related M&A, joint ventures, and restructurings. The practice is further supported by Lauren Clarke’s work on REIT tax planning and capital markets transactions, and the recent arrival of James Davidson in April 2025 strengthens the team’s bench in real estate and corporate matters.
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'The practice is unique due to the range of REIT clients that the group has and its familiarity with issues facing REITs. As a global firm, they can also provide broad advice across multiple practice areas.'
'Mike McTiernan is an excellent lawyer. He is very technically capable given his regulatory background. At the same time, he is able to explain concepts clearly to non-lawyers and always has a business focus. He always has good advice on a variety of topics.'
Key clients
- VICI Properties
- Welltower Inc.
Work highlights
Advising Elme Communities in connection with its $1.6 billion sale of a 19-property portfolio across the Greater Washington DC and Atlanta, Georgia metro areas and a plan of sale and liquidation.