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Allen Matkins is pleased to announce the addition of two partners to our growing New York office. We are thrilled to welcome first-chair trial lawyer Brian Hail and commercial leasing lawyer David Brooks! Find out more about Brian and David: https://hubs.li/Q02JGH-k0

The Summer 2024 Allen Matkins/UCLA Anderson Forecast California Commercial Real Estate Survey released today reveals that 71% of California’s commercial real estate industry participants anticipate distress levels to rise in the coming months, with 53% predicting that new development will decrease over the next three years. Read the full report here: 👉https://hubs.li/Q02Jw3V80

The Summer 2024 edition of the Allen Matkins/UCLA Anderson Forecast California Survey is here! Check out the recent findings on the state of the market here: 👉 https://hubs.li/Q02Jw0bd0

In this article for Los Angeles Lawyer magazine published by the Los Angeles County Bar Association, Associate Adam B. Korn gives advice to junior lawyers about how to balance work with other responsibilities when starting out in the legal profession. https://hubs.li/Q02GNC950

Congratulations to our client, private real estate investor OlivePoint, on a $50 million investment by GCM Grosvenor in its latest fund. Partner Peter Fischer led the transaction. https://hubs.li/Q02GfgQy0

🏀🎉 The Allen Matkins basketball team dominated in their first game back in the Landau Lawyers League, securing a thrilling 65-59 victory against Keystone Law Group. Way to go, team!

Happy Independence Day from Allen Matkins!

Congratulations to San Diego Partners Heather Riley and Elizabeth Thompson for being named 2024 Women of Influence in Law by the San Diego Business Journal. They were honored for being “outstanding female attorneys blazing their own trail in the region,” and they are truly exceptional. 🏆 Find out more about Heather and Elizabeth: https://hubs.li/Q02DFtP-0

Allen Matkins lawyer Adam Korn has been selected as a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America (LCA). The LCA is a trial lawyer honorary society composed of less than one-half of one percent of American lawyers. Fellows are selected and invited into Fellowship after being evaluated for effectiveness and accomplishment in litigation and trial work, along with ethical reputation. https://hubs.ly/Q02CVmCs0

If you are following the changes to California housing and land use laws, AB 1893 (Wicks) is currently making its way through the legislature and would modify the Builder's Remedy under the Housing Accountability Act. Caroline Chase and Jordan Wright have prepared a legal alert that summarizes the significant recent amendments made to AB 1893 in the Senate. Take a look here: https://hubs.li/Q02CJkKH0

Today, we celebrate freedom and commemorate the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans. As the journey to equality and justice continues, we are committed to building a brighter and more inclusive future.

Kickstart your legal career at Allen Matkins! Our Summer Associate Program is designed to give you real-world experience, working alongside experienced attorneys on meaningful client matters. ☀️💼

Sparrow Caldwell shares her experience this summer at Allen Matkins, where she has had the chance to explore different practice areas and work on a variety of assignments.

Find out more about the Allen Matkins Summer Associate Program: https://hubs.li/Q02CjPFk0

Happy ! According to Summer Associate Kayla Hollingsworth, resilience is a critical skill that has added the most value for her both professionally and personally. She believes how we respond to setbacks is a key indicator of success and strength. Let's try to choose resilience in the face of challenges and keep pushing forward. 💪🌟

We were proud to sponsor the 2024 Hack Charity Golf Tournament in support of youth sports program, Nicks Kids! Allen Matkins lawyers Karine Akopchikyan and Alexandra Jernigan had a blast participating in this great event. A big shout out to everyone involved in making this event a success! ⛳

Happy ! Today, we're sharing insights from our partner Steve Farenbaugh, who is based out of our DTLA office. Steve gives us a glimpse into his journey to becoming a partner and how he focused on achievable internal goals.

We are pleased to announce that Allen Matkins has once again been recognized as a top-tier firm in the 2024 edition of Chambers and Partners The firm received a Band 1 ranking in Real Estate in Southern California, as well as a Band 2 ranking in California Environmental, and a Band 3 ranking in California Zoning/Land Use. In total, the firm received 13 individual rankings, including two Band 1 in Real Estate in Southern California. 🔗 https://hubs.li/Q02zWhly0

At Allen Matkins, we believe in the power of camaraderie. Our team values working together with each other and our clients to achieve success. Our people are our most important resource, and that's why our alumni network of over 1,000 colleagues is so important to us. Heidi Taliaferro, Vice President - Senior Counsel at Healthpeak Properties, shares her experience at Allen Matkins.

Wherever your career takes you, the camaraderie of Allen Matkins will always be there to support you.

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We are very pleased to announce that a powerhouse real estate transactional team has joined the firm across California. The group includes Partners Dean Pappas, Jennifer Sung, Shaunt Kodaverdian, Senior Counsel Julia Lee, and Associate Brenn Coyle. https://hubs.li/Q02zgR5g0

Celebrate with us by embracing the family traditions that bring us closer together! 🎉 John De La Cruz, a technology services engineer at Allen Matkins recently shared with us how his family comes together every October to enjoy traditional Filipino dishes like Pancit and Lumpia, commemorating their journey to the US in 1965. What family traditions are special to you? Share with us!

Today, we honor and remember all the brave people who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Let's express our gratitude and appreciation for their dedication to our country.

Thank you to our clients and friends who joined us at the Allen Matkins 2024 San Francisco Client Appreciation Reception! We had such a fantastic time connecting with each and every one of you at this special event.

Celebrate with us as we highlight Director of IT Infrastructure & Security, Tony Kim, and his joyful experience of his Korean heritage. Tony shared that one of the aspects he loves most about his heritage is the rich tradition of food. Korean cuisine, which is not only delicious, but also a reflection of the country's history and culture.

We're excited to share that real estate lawyer Joseph Dzida will be honored with the Outstanding Young Lawyer Award by The Real Property Law Section, Los Angeles County Bar Association at the LACBA 2024 Installation & Awards Dinner on May 15th. 🏆 Congratulations, Joseph! https://hubs.li/Q02x6bRg0

An Allen Matkins team of Peter Roth, Liz Wilgenburg, and Courtney Barr advised Hollywood Park on retail leases for Cosm, an immersive technology, media, and entertainment company, with a 65,000-square-foot experiential venue lease and JD Sports, a UK-based sports fashion retailer. Find out more about Hollywood Park, which is reportedly the largest urban mixed-use mega development under construction in the western U.S.:

Hollywood Park Adds More Retail Tenants - Connect CRE Hollywood Park, reportedly the largest urban mixed-use mega development under construction in the western U.S., has signed new retail tenants that are slated to open this summer. JD Sports, Iconix Fitness and Cosm Los Angeles all will join Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas and Residency Art Gallery in the s...

Joining Allen Matkins isn't just about a job - it's about becoming part of a strong and supportive community. 🤝Just ask Kelsey Lam, counsel for franchise law and dealer relations at Hyundai. She credits her mentors and colleagues at Allen Matkins for teaching her everything she knows, even as she transitioned into a new role as in-house counsel for Hyundai. Wherever your career takes you, the camaraderie at Allen Matkins remains strong.💪

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