Reed Smith LLP

Reed Smith LLP is regularly turned to by technological corporations, property developers, investment companies, and educational institutions. The scope of their work encompasses residential, office, industrial, and logistics transactions. Paul Didomenico leads the team from Pittsburgh, acting in transactions involving portfolio sales, master leases, and regulatory due diligence. In Virginia, Jim Brennan often acts in large-scale residential projects, assisting clients with building purchases, lease control matters, and property conversions. In Orange County, David Phelps, an April 2025 arrival from Paul Hastings LLP, is a private equity specialist who leverages a wealth of transactional expertise. In Philadelphia, Jessica Henschel is prepared to act in development projects concerning urban transit, student housing, or parking. Victoria Becker, who practices in Pittsburgh, is knowledgeable about zoning and land law across multiple jurisdictions. She is equipped to handle the entire lifecycle of a project, from the initial financing and acquisition through to land registration, contract negotiations, and the drafting of easement agreements. In California, John Simonis is geared to support construction loans and mixed-use project development.