Innovation and Excellence: Allen Matkins' Journey in CRE Law

This episode of the Commercial Real Estate Daily podcast is brought to you by CRE Launch Pro. If you’re looking to take your investing skills to the next level with online courses, group coaching calls, and a community of other investors, head on over to www.CreLaunchPro.com

Episode Transcript:

Today, we're diving into the fascinating world of legal services in the commercial real estate industry. But this isn't just any legal firm; it's a California-based powerhouse making its mark on the East Coast.

Let's talk about Allen Matkins, a firm that's been synonymous with excellence in the commercial real estate legal sphere since the late '70s. They've recently expanded their footprint to the bustling streets of New York City. What prompted this move, you ask? Well, it's all about bringing their unparalleled experience and reputation from the West Coast to the dynamic real estate capital of the world.

With over 230 attorneys, including a whopping 140+ pure transactional real estate lawyers, Allen Matkins boasts one of the largest and most diversified real estate practices across the nation. They've covered everything in the real estate life cycle, from development and land use to JVs, leasing, lending, and even CRE litigation. But that's not all; they've got their fingers in various niche markets like digital infrastructure, life sciences, and data centers.

Now, one of the key things setting Allen Matkins apart is their culture. It's all about teamwork, collegiality, and delivering best-in-class client service. But it's not just their culture that's impressive; it's their ability to adapt and innovate.

To spearhead their East Coast expansion, two of their veteran real estate partners, Sandy Jacobson and Neil Gluck, made the move to the Big Apple. They've been joined by Marshall Brozost and Alykhan “Aly” Shivji, two seasoned NYC real estate lawyers from McDermott, Will & Emery.

So, why New York, and why now? Well, as Brozost puts it, why not now? Many of their national clients are based in New York, and it simply made sense for them to have a scalable presence there. They've been involved in some of NYC's most noteworthy real estate projects, and being where their clients, friends, and competitors are is a strategic move.

Even in a market that's seen a slowdown in real estate transactions, Allen Matkins is poised to remain busy. They've witnessed a surge in clients wanting to reposition or redevelop their assets to capitalize on market conditions, and they're ready for it.

Now, when it comes to innovation, Allen Matkins has a track record of staying ahead of the curve. They've got a strong foothold in digital infrastructure, including data centers and life sciences. With the growing demand for data centers, wireless technologies, and AI, they're at the forefront of this tech-focused clientele.

But it's not just about their practice; it's about thought leadership and staying at the forefront of industry trends. They host events like their annual View From the Top, bringing industry leaders together to provide insights, and collaborate with UCLA's Anderson School of Management on CRE surveys covering Western markets.

So, whether it's serving clients in the digital frontier or helping them navigate the complexities of real estate law, Allen Matkins is proving that they're not just a legal powerhouse; they're the future of commercial real estate.

This is Tyler Cauble, Signing off