David Herrman, head of Cairncross & Hempelmann’s real estate group, brings deep experience advising on acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financing, development, and real estate-focused litigation. Herrman represents developers, multifamily and single-family investors, and high-net-worth individuals with substantial property holdings, managing extensive portfolios across the Pacific Northwest. Herrman’s practice covers all stages of real estate projects, from acquisition and structuring through construction, leasing, and long-term management. As a strategic advisor, Herrman helps clients expand and manage their portfolios while navigating complex negotiations and high-value commercial and mixed-use developments.
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Real Estate

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Partner & Real Estate Practice Group Leader

Career

David provides a deep insight into conducting real estate transactions in today’s sophisticated economy. As head of CH&’s Real Estate Practice, David has the experience to handle a variety of projects, including financing, development, leasing, acquisition and disposition of major projects throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Working closely with his clients, David develops strategies to support continued growth for his real estate clients in all areas, including restaurants, hotels, and mixed-use projects, condominiums, shopping centers, and single family home developments. From local retailers to national developers, David’s clients include Daly Partners, Evolution Projects, Sea Creatures, and Seattle arena investor Chris Hansen.

Clients appreciate David’s ability to provide clarity in complex deals and his strong commitment to delivering seamless, high-quality work. David is known for his dedication to client service, and is exceptionally responsive and result-oriented.

Languages

English

Memberships

  • National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP)
  • King County Bar Association
  • Urban Land Institute
  • Urban Land Institute, Multifamily Product Council
  • Mackrell International

Education

  • University of Washington (B.A., 1994)
  • University of the Pacific (J.D., With Great Distinction, 1998)
    • Order of the Coif
    • Editor, McGeorge Law Review

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