Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use

Barbara Trachtenberg has a robust real estate practice advising real estate investors in connection with acquisitions, development, financings and joint ventures. She has additional expertise in leasing transactions.

"Barbara is able to navigate complicated issues and is a highly effective negotiator."

"Barabra is exceptional; she sees the big picture but also the details."

"She has a strong grasp of commercial norms and terms and has all the skills for all the types of transactions."

"Barbara is a pleasure to work with. She's capable, experienced and determined to provide the best counsel possible on difficult transactions. I truly appreciate her candor and ability to present difficult legal concepts in terms that a business person can understand."

Chair of the firm's national real estate group John Sullivan is highlighted for his work on sale and leaseback as well as tax considerations. His clients include developers and investors.

"John balances the legal and commercial aspects to achieve workable solutions to complex issues."

"He takes a great approach with other parties and presenting himself."

John Rattigan is a leading lawyer in the real estate field. He regularly counsels developers, investors and public agencies on complex development projects and real estate transactions.

"I do not want to ever have a real estate transaction without John by my side."

"John is a top-tier lawyer."

"John is the best. He's knowledgeable about every real estate legal matter we have, and is creative and zealous. He remembers every detail and is respected across the Bar and within the real estate industry."

Richard Rudman continues to be a leading practitioner in the field. He offers expert counsel on issues such as real estate development and permitting.

"Richard Rudman is the best attorney for complex transactions."

"Richard has vast experience and is smart and strategic."

Cara Nelson works on a range of matters, including real estate acquisitions, joint ventures and developments. Her clients include pension funds.

"Cara is a superb lawyer who understands the intricacies of complex real estate transactions."

"Cara is hard-working and cares about your problems."

"She is great on complicated deals with us."

Geoffrey Howell represents a client base consisting of owners, lenders and developers. He advises on the full spectrum of real estate transactions.

"Geoffrey Howell is a jack of all trades. He has seen everything and has a great perspective."

"Geoffrey is an excellent commercial leasing lawyer."

Bryan Connolly advises clients on a wide array of matters. He often works on real estate financings, acquisitions and dispositions and joint ventures.

"Bryan is very strong and a longtime dependable and trusted adviser."

Primo Fontana is a significant member of the group's Boston office. He routinely demonstrates his ability to provide counsel on a range of matters including acquisitions, financings and developments.

Thanos Matthai focuses his practice on real estate acquisitions, restructurings and financing transactions.

"Thanos's overall knowledge and responsiveness makes it amazing to work him."

"Thanos is really responsive, efficient and understands what the important things are."

"Thanos is calm under pressure and an excellent negotiator who also knows any new laws and regulations."

Matthew Kinell has experience representing owners, developers and investors in a range of commercial real estate transactions.

"Matt is knowledgeable, fastidious, quick to turn items around and has a 'how can we get this done' approach."