Hogan Lovells US LLP

Deeply experienced in REITs, Hogan Lovells US LLP dominates the space, representing a significant proportion of US REITs as company or underwriter’s counsel. The firm houses a deep bench of specialists and is skilled in the entire spectrum of REIT mandates including IPOs, M&A, capital markets, joint ventures and corporate governance. Among the firm’s diverse and enviable clientele are single-family, senior housing, hotel, office and retail REITs. Co-heading the practice are Washington DC-based David Bonser and Cristina Arumi. Bosner leverages deep experience working on public company capital markets, assisting with raising capital, while Arumi is the go-to for the tax aspects of REIT transactions. Also in DC, Prentiss Feagles is proficient in REIT tax-related matters while Mike McTiernan advises public REITs on corporate and securities matters. Other standout practitioners in the DC office are Paul Manca, whose workload consists largely of securities and capital markets advice, and Stacey McEvoy who distinguishes herself for her work in M&A and joint venture transactions. Josh Scala is the key client contact for Welltower and mainly advises on tax issues from San Francisco.