Venable LLP, praised as ‘the gold standard’, is a specialist Maryland corporate practice, frequently serving as Maryland counsel in REIT capital-raising transactions. The firm advises publicly traded Maryland REITs and SEC-registered, non-listed and private REITs on Maryland corporate law aspects of IPOs, equity and debt offerings and M&A. The head of the practice is Michael Schiffer in Baltimore. James Hanks is reputed for his deep knowledge of all aspects of Maryland law. Christopher Pate is lauded as a ’stand out’, representing clients in corporate governance issues and securities transactions. Pate also regularly counsels buyers and sellers in major mergers and acquisitions. Carmen Fonda also comes recommended. The entire team is based in Baltimore.
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‘Market leaders; commercial insights; active in drafting legislation; practical and responsive.’
‘Chris Pate is a standout.’
‘The Venable team is very responsive, extremely knowledgeable and commercial and on top of current market practice. As far as MD law is concerned, particularly in the REIT context, they are the go to firm.’
‘Carmen Fonda and Chris Pate (and their teams) are always available and always have a great answer for the client on any tricky questions.’
‘The Venable team is an invaluable resource on Maryland matters. They are the gold standard when it comes to all matters regarding REITs and Maryland corporate law, and are good at both nitty-gritty rules and technical requirements as well as big-picture thinking. They are truly in a class of their own when it comes to coordinating the Maryland aspects of transactions large and small.’
‘The Venable lawyers are wise, collected and tenacious, while also being affable regardless of circumstances. In particular, Jim Hanks is a brilliant attorney who is the veritable Dean of Maryland corporate law. Whether it's offering wise counsel and valuable judgment, or deep analysis of Maryland statutory provisions, he is truly the best when it comes to Maryland and REITs’
‘Best in class firm for matters of Maryland law and REITs. Consistently up to speed and shaping legal and market developments.’
‘Thoughtful, commercial lawyers who look to efficiently and commercially solve problems and get deals done.’
Avocats
Hall of Fame
Avocats au sommet de leur profession, largement reconnus et respectés par l'ensemble du marché pour leur expertise éprouvée et leur intervention récurrente et longue date dans les dossiers les plus complexes et prestigieux.
Les grands avocats du marché
Avocats associés reconnus parmi les leaders du marché par leurs pairs et leurs clients, régulièrement présents dans les grands dossiers dans lesquels ils sont au premier plan.
Christopher Pate
Patricia McGowan
Les grands avocats de demain
Jeunes associés disposant d'une reconnaissance montante sur le marché, jouant régulièrement un rôle clé dans des dossiers majeurs.
Responsable de la pratique
Michael D. Schiffer
Autres avocats clés
James Hanks; Christopher W. Pate; Carmen Fonda