Goodwin distinguishes itself in the US real estate market through its ‘wealth of transactional expertise’, which is utilised in commercial property acquisitions, distressed sales and joint ventures. In New York, the team is jointly led by Diane Brummer and John Ferguson, who is a reliable contact for international hotel chains, capital management entities, property developers and investment funds. Brummer is well known in the office sector and recently impressed in her representation of La Caisse in the sale of a 49% ownership interest in an office building to RXR Realty. Freddie Akrouche is a key team member in Boston, who is praised by clients for the ’sound recommendations’ he offers to his clients. He is particularly well known for his logistics expertise, having led on a multi-jurisdictional mandate involving the sale of thirteen single-tenant truck terminals and industrial outdoor storage facilities. In Santa Monica, Alex Jacobs is active in joint venture matters, and is building a strong track record in the hospitality sector.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Accolades
Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘ The team is very knowledgeable with a wealth of transactional expertise.'
- Working with Freddie Akrouche is always a pleasure. His experiences in various transactions has provided him with great knowledge and allow him to make sound recommendations.'
- ' I always trust their opinion.'
Key clients
- AEW Capital Management
- AvalonBay Communities
- BentallGreenOak
- Boston Properties
- Brookfield
- Hyatt
- Mack Real Estate
- Medical Properties Trust
- Rockwood
Work highlights
Advised Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation announced that its investment arm, the San Manuel Investment Authority (SMIA), has acquired full ownership of the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club in Dana Point, California.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
John Ferguson; Diana Brummer
Other key lawyers
Freddie Akrouche; Alex Jacobs;