Susan Fowler McNally Quoted in Commercial Lease Law Insider
 Susan Fowler McNally discussed the tenant improvement
allowance (TIA) as it relates to rent abatement, in the February 2009 issue of Commercial Lease Law Insider. In the article entitled "Don't Let
Tenant's Rent Abatement Apply to Additional TIA," Ms. McNally provides advice
for ensuring that rent abatement does not apply to the tenant's obligation to
repay the additional TIA which has been amortized into the tenant's rent. Her
two-step strategy includes limiting the applicability of the rent abatement
language to that portion of the rent in excess of the rent allocated to repaying
the additional TIA, and adding a provision requiring the tenant to immediately
repay the additional TIA that tenant has not already paid through its rent, in
the event the lease is terminated prior to the date the additional TIA has been
fully amortized and repaid. A regular contributor to the publication, Ms.
McNally has discussed a range of leasing matters, such as renting to Limited Liability
Entities, Federal Agencies, and Non-Profits.
Gilchrist & Rutter Launches Sustainability
Practice Group
Gilchrist & Rutter has launched a new Sustainability
Practice Group to help clients navigate local, state and
federal laws dealing with a project's environmental impact. The group's
attorneys clarify what is required to comply with applicable laws, and how to
maximize investments in "green" technology, such as making building improvements
to attract tenants willing to pay a premium for environmentally friendly/healthy
locations.
Read more about the statutes most pertinent to owners of
commercial real estate concerned with sustainability issues here or visit our Sustainability page by clicking here.
Six Gilchrist & Rutter Partners Included in
2009 Super Lawyers®
Six Gilchrist & Rutter attorneys have been ranked on the
2009 list of Super Lawyers by Law and Politics magazine: (clockwise
from top left) Duane M. Montgomery, Susan Fowler
McNally, Donald C. Nanney, Frank Gooch
III and Jonathan S. Gross. (Not pictured: James R. Andrews).
Mr. Andrews, Mr. Gross, Mr. Nanney and Ms. McNally have been
recognized for the fourth year in a row. Mr. Gooch and Mr. Montgomery are first
time recipients.
Super Lawyers is an annual ranking of outstanding lawyers from
more than 60 practice areas who have achieved a high degree of peer recognition
and professional achievement. Our attorneys have expertise in Business, Real
Estate and Environmental law.
James R. Andrews specializes in general
business transactions for public and private business entities and individuals,
including business formation, § 1031 exchanges and ongoing operational issues
and disputes.
Frank Gooch III is a litigator whose practice
is 100% devoted to civil, commercial, business, intellectual property, insurance
(including anti-trust issues), First Amendment and real estate litigation.
Jonathan S. Gross, Managing
Partner, concentrates his practice on commercial real estate, including
major office and retail leasing, development, construction, design, engineering
and management agreements, and real estate secured lending.
Susan Fowler McNally's commercial real estate
and business transactions practice focuses on acquisitions and dispositions,
development, construction, leasing, insurance, financing, asset management and
TV and movie access licenses. In addition, she is part of the firm's
sustainability practice.
Duane M. Montgomery's practice encompasses
real estate and business transactions including real estate secured financings,
acquisitions and dispositions, foreclosures, loan workouts, and counseling
clients on lender licensing, mobile home park conversion and entity formation
matters.
Donald C. Nanney's expertise lies in
environmental law and real estate, including site assessment, remediation,
contractual allocation of environmental risk, regulatory compliance, liability,
claims, penalties and insurance. He is also a part of the firm's sustainability
practice.
McNally & Heller Represent Eastman Kodak in
Sale-Leaseback
 
Susan Fowler McNally and Steven Heller represented Eastman
Kodak in its sale-leaseback of the 102,800-sq.-ft. Kodak Hollywood Campus to
Thompson National Properties of Irvine, CA. Situated on 2.97 acres in the heart
of Hollywood, California, the Class A property consists of a two-story office
building and a building containing screening rooms, editing bays, and recording
and production facilities. The property is headquarters for the Entertainment
Imaging division of Eastman Kodak.
Gilchrist & Rutter Partner Included in
The Best Lawyers in America® 2009
 Jonathan Gross has been selected by his peers for inclusion
in The Best Lawyers in America® 2009 (Copyright 2008 by Woodward/White, Inc., of
Aiken, S.C.).
Since its inception in 1983, Best Lawyers has become
universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. Because Best
Lawyers is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey in which more than 25,000
leading attorneys cast almost two million votes on the legal abilities of other
lawyers in their specialties, and because lawyers are not required or allowed to
pay a fee to be listed, inclusion in Best Lawyers is considered a singular
honor. Corporate Counsel magazine has called Best Lawyers "the most respected
referral list of attorneys in practice."
Susan Fowler McNally and Diane Hvolka Honored as
"Women of Influence" by Real Estate Southern California
Susan Fowler McNally and Diane Hvolka are profiled as "Women of Influence,"
in the October 2008 issue of Real Estate Southern California. The
feature recognizes the outstanding women responsible for spearheading some of
the largest commercial real estate deals in Southern California. This is Ms.
McNally's seventh year as a recipient and Ms. Hvolka's first recognition.
Ms. McNally was included based on her work on deals such as a
1.47 million sq. ft. mixed use development above the Universal Metro Red Line.
Ms. Hvolka was recognized for her commercial leasing work including more than
250,000 sq. ft. in downtown Los Angeles' central business district.
Gilchrist & Rutter Partners Profiled in the
Los Angeles Business Journal's "Who's Who in L.A. Law"
 
Martin Burton and Donald Nanney have been recognized in the Los Angeles Business Journal's special report "Who's Who in L.A. Law 2008." The report profiles leading environmental attorneys in Los Angeles. Mr. Burton was acknowledged for his land-use work including expediting the modernization and rebuilding of a 400,000 sq. ft. retail shopping center in Orange County. Mr. Nanney was included based on his environmental work as it relates to real estate such as providing environmental compliance counseling in connection with emergency response to the recent Universal Studios back lot fire and clean-up.
Jonathan Gross Recognized as a
California Dealmaker by California Real Estate Journal
 Jonathan Gross has been selected as a "California Dealmaker" by the California Real Estate Journal. "California Dealmakers" is a ranking of the state's premiere attorneys, brokers, lenders and developers who have the ability to close the most complex and challenging deals. Mr. Gross was included based on the transaction volume of his deals as well as their impact on Los Angeles and Orange Counties. The office leasing deals that Mr. Gross has closed reinforce the continued vitality of Southern California by adding energy and credibility to the areas as a thriving professional office center.
Gilchrist & Rutter Ranked Among
Top Real Estate Law Firms by Chambers USA
Gilchrist & Rutter has been ranked among the top real estate law firms in the 2008 edition of Chambers and Partners USA, widely recognized as one of the primary arbiters of achievement in the legal profession. Included among Chambers' listing of top Real Estate firms in California, Gilchrist & Rutter is acknowledged as an "extremely credible operation." In addition, clients commented that the Gilchrist & Rutter team has the "ability to cut to the chase and get deals done quickly. You definitely get value for money here." In addition to recognizing the firm's achievements, Chambers and Partners USA recognized managing partner, Jonathan Gross, as an "excellent attorney - especially in the field of leasing."
Chambers USA lists are compiled through intensive research and interviews with both law firms and their clients, and are broken down into all major practice areas nationally as well as key practice areas within each state. The qualities on which rankings are assessed include technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities most valued by the client.
Don Nanney Elected as Chair of Real Property Section, LACBA
 Don Nanney was installed as Chair of the Real Property Section, Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA), at the 10th Annual Installation & Awards Dinner held at the Riviera Country Club on June 10, 2008. Mr. Nanney, an expert on environmental law aspects of real property, recently negotiated a favorable settlement with a major tire and rubber company that agreed to pay for environmental investigation and remediation of its former premises in a large shopping center that is undergoing redevelopment.
Diane Hvolka Receives Outstanding Young Lawyer Award
 Diane Hvolka has been recognized as an Outstanding Young Lawyer (OYL) by the Real Property Section of the Los Angeles County Bar Association. One of three recipients, Ms. Hvolka is the only recipient from a small firm. The OYL award is given to young lawyers, with ten or fewer years of experience, who have recieved recognition within the legal profession through involvement with high profile, complex transactions; public speaking or general publication of written work; unique legal approaches; and community involvement. Ms. Hvolka will receive this award at the Section's Annual Installation and Awards Dinner on June 10, 2008.
Peter Swain Named on Real Estate
Southern California 2008 "40 Under 40" List
 Gilchrist & Rutter congratulates Peter Swain for his inclusion in Real Estate Southern California magazine's 2008 "40 Under 40" list. The list is comprised of some of the most entrepreneurial, civic-minded and eco-conscious young men and women in real estate. Mr. Swain was chosen based on his expertise in an up-and-coming niche market - aviation as it relates to real estate. His clients include some of the top names in Southern California real estate.
New Associate Joins Gilchrist & Rutter
 Gilchrist & Rutter welcomes new associate, Scott R. Reynolds. Mr. Reynolds’ practice includes all aspects of real estate and corporate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, development, first mortgage and mezzanine financing, joint ventures, tax-deferred exchanges and leasing.
Prior to joining Gilchrist & Rutter, Mr. Reynolds served as sole in-house counsel for a diversified real estate investment company, having previously served as an associate for a major international law firm. He received his J.D. from Columbia University School of Law, where he was a Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar and a member of the Columbia Journal of European Law.
Four Gilchrist & Rutter Partners Again Ranked as Super Lawyers
For the third year in a row, the following four Gilchrist & Rutter partners have been included on the listing of Super Lawyers. (Clockwise from the Top Left) Donald C. Nanney, Susan Fowler McNally, Jonathan S. Gross, and James R. Andrews
Super Lawyers is an annual ranking of outstanding lawyers from more than 60 practice areas who have achieved a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Our attorneys have expertise in Business, Real Estate and Environmental law.
James R. Andrews specializes in general business transactions for public and private business entities and individuals, including business formation, § 1031 exchanges and ongoing operational issues and disputes.
Jonathan S. Gross, Managing Partner, concentrates his practice on commercial real estate, including major office and retail leasing, development, construction, design, engineering and management agreements, and real estate secured lending.
Susan Fowler McNally’s commercial real estate and business transactions practice focuses on acquisitions and dispositions, development, construction, leasing, insurance, financing, asset management and TV and movie access licenses.
Donald C. Nanney’s expertise lies in environmental law and real estate, including site assessment, remediation, contractual allocation of environmental risk, regulatory compliance, liability, claims, penalties and insurance.
Two New Associates Join Gilchrist & Rutter
Gilchrist & Rutter proudly welcomes two new associates on board: Yen Nguyen Hope and Kevin M. Yopp .
Mrs. Hope, joined Gilchrist & Rutter on November 27, 2006. She has represented clients in a wide range of business matters ranging from insurance coverage to disputes involving covenants and easements in real estate purchase contracts. She earned her J.D. from Harvard Law School. Yen previously worked at DLA Piper Rudnick.
Mr. Yopp has represented major corporations in complex business disputes, and received his J.D. from the University of Virginia School Of Law. He joined Gilchrist & Rutter on November 20, 2006, having previously worked at O'Melveny & Myers.
 
Yen Nguyen Hope Kevin M. Yopp
Real Estate Southern California Honors Gilchrist & Rutter Partner Susan Fowler McNally as a 2006 "Woman of Influence."
Susan Fowler McNally was honored for being "the first choice for tinseltown landlords entertaining lucrative, but risky movie production license agreements for commercial properties. McNally negotiated several agreements on behalf of Maguire Properties for production companies to use U.S. Bank Tower and The Gas Company Tower in movies with physical damage potential like 'Daredevil' and 'Vanilla Sky.' She is also an expert counsel on helistop license agreements, agreements to commission original artwork creation, insurance provisions in contracts and complex design and construction contracts."
Honorees were chosen for their contributions to commercial real estate and their devotion to the enrichment of their communities. Congratulations, Susan!
Susan Fowler McNally
Super Lawyers "Rising Star" - 2006, 2005 and 2004
Gilchrist & Rutter congratulates Thomas W. Casparian on being honored as a 2006 Southern California Super Lawyers "Rising Star" for professional achievement, civic service and pro bono activities. The honor is Mr. Casparian's third such distinction in as many years.
The Rising Star selection process includes peer nominations of "the best up-and-coming" attorneys, plus independent research and data verification by Law & Politics Media, Inc. to evalutate merit. Only 2.5% of licensed, practicing attorneys in Southern California meeting established requirements receive the designation. Mr. Casparian will be profiled in the July 2006 issue of Los Angeles magazine and in Southern California Super Lawyers-Rising Stars Edition, an annual publication of Law & Politics.
Mr. Casparian, a Partner in the Firm, was also recently honored as 2006 Advocate of the Year by Public Counsel for his pro bono contributions to Public Counsel's Children's Rights Project. Mr. Casparian specializes in commercial, business, real estate and environmental litigation.
Thomas W. Casparian
Jonathan S. Gross Named New Managing Partner -- 2006
Gilchrist & Rutter announced June 13, 2006, that Jonathan S. Gross has been named Managing Partner of the Firm. Mr. Gross succeeded Paul S. Rutter, who became Executive Vice President for Major Transaction with Maguire Properties, Inc., a long-time Gilchrist & Rutter client, at the end of June.
Recognized as a 2006 "Super Lawyer in Real Estate Law" by Law & Politics Media, Inc., Mr. Gross is a founding partner of Gilchrist & Rutter, practicing in the area of commercial real estate. Other partners who received this distinction include James R. Andrews, Susan Fowler McNally, Donald C. Nanney and Mr. Rutter.
In his new role as Managing Partner, Mr. Gross will focus on the strategic growth of the Firm through the recruitment of top-notch legal talent and the continued expansion of the Firm's practice areas, including commercial real estate, corporate, environmental, litigation and trusts and estates.
"Gilchrist & Rutter has earned a reputation for delivering the highest quality legal representation in a principal-to-principal environment that ensures senior-level expertise for every business matter. We will continue to carefully grow the Firm, balancing a deep commitment to client service with broad business expertise," said Mr. Gross.
Gilchrist & Rutter will also continue to work closely with Mr. Rutter and Maguire Properties. Mr. Gross added, "Paul Rutter has distinguished himself professionally and has made an enormous contribution to the growth of our Firm. We are pleased that Paul will continue to work with Gilchrist & Rutter in the execution of his new responsibilities and we look forward to continuing our already strong relationship with Maguire Properties. The Firm congratulates Paul and wishes him all the best."
$1.8-Billion Downtown Los Angeles Development -- 2006
Designs for Phase 1 of the Grand Avenue Project -- an ambitious, $1.8-billion, 3.8-million square foot, three-phase mixed-use revitalization plan for the cultural heart of Los Angeles -- were unveiled Monday, April 24, 2006 by the Project's visionary architect, Frank O. Gehry, and The Related Companies, the developer of the Project, at a press conference arranged by The Grand Avenue Committee. The Grand Avenue Committee is the real estate negotiator for The Los Angeles Grand Avenue Authority, a joint powers authority of the County of Los Angeles and the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Los Angeles.
Gehry's bold plans for translucent, glass-curtained high-rise condominium and apartment towers, retail pavilions and a boutique hotel for the first phase of the Project aim to create a unique new skyline, as well as foster a vibrant urban cultural scene. As part of this initial phase, the developer will also oversee the design and construction of a new 16-acre Civic Park stretching between the Music Center and City Hall.
The Grand Avenue Project represents a broad civic and private venture seeking to elevate Downtown LA into the ranks of culture-rich cities such as New York, London and Paris. By uniting such cultural monuments as the Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), the Music Center, the Colburn School of Performing Arts and the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, the developers hope to spark Downtown LA's revival as a thriving destination of choice for professionals, artists and others.
Paul S. Rutter represents The Grand Avenue Committee on behalf of the Los Angeles Grand Avenue Authority in its negotiations with The Related Companies for the development.
Advocate of the Year -- 2006
Gilchrist & Rutter proudly congratulates Thomas W. Casparian, a Partner in the Firm, on being named 2006 Advocate of the Year for his pro bono contributions to Public Counsel's Children's Rights Project.
Public Counsel, the Southern California affiliate of the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, is the nation's largest pro bono law office. Public Counsel dedicates itself to advancing equal justice under the law by mobilizing, coordinating and delivering pro bono legal services to over 25,000 indigent and under-represented children and adults annually.
The Children's Rights Project , Public Counsel's largest program, serves the poorest and most vulnerable members of our community by providing free legal and advocacy services to children and youth.
Gilchrist & Rutter supports Public Counsel and its work, and joins in honoring Mr. Casparian for his dedication and service to our community.
Thomas W. Casparian
New Partner in the Firm - 2006
Gilchrist & Rutter congratulates Martin N. Burton on becoming a Partner in the Firm. Mr. Burton specializes in land use and real estate transactions and has an extensive background in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Mr. Burton, a former executive of Unocal Corporation, where he managed that company's $700-million real estate portfolio, has represented both private and public agency clients in some of the region's most significant land use projects, including Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Alameda Corridor and the LAX Master Plan.
  
"Super Lawyers®" Honors -- 2006
Gilchrist & Rutter proudly announces the naming of five of its attorneys as "Southern California Super Lawyers® 2006" by Law & Politics magazine. Paul S. Rutter, James R. Andrews, Jonathan S. Gross, Susan Fowler McNally and Donald C. Nanney are being honored for their high degree of professional achievement and for recognition by their peers.
The nine-month selection process includes a confidential ballot of active attorneys, a blue-ribbon panel review, interviews, independent research by Law & Politics and data verification to confirm merit. Super Lawyers® comprise only 5% of licensed, practicing attorneys; the five will be profiled in both Los Angeles magazine and in this year's Super Lawyers® magazine.
Mr. Rutter specializes in commercial real estate and business transactions, including development, financing, leasing and acquisition & disposition of commercial, industrial and multifamily properties. The selection of Mr. Rutter to the list of Super Lawyers® represents his third such honor in a row.
Mr. Andrews focuses his practice on general business transactions for public and private business entities and individuals, including business formation, Section 1031 exchanges and ongoing operational issues and disputes.
Mr. Gross specializes in commercial real estate, including major office and retail leasing, construction, design, engineering and management agreements, and real estate-secured leasing.
Ms. McNally concentrates her practice in commercial real estate and business transactions on acquisitions & dispositions, development, construction, financing, leasing, asset management and contracts.
Mr. Nanney focuses his practice on environmental law and real estate, including site assessment, remediation, contractual allocation of environmental risk, regulatory compliance, liability, claims, penalties and insurance. The selection of Mr. Nanney to the list of Super Lawyers® represents his third such honor in a row.
$1 Billion Joint Venture -- 2006
Gilchrist & Rutter acted as co-counsel to Maguire Properties, Inc. in a $1 billion-plus joint venture with Australia's Macquarie Office Trust to own, operate and acquire office properties principally located in Southern California. Net proceeds to Maguire of approximately $350 million will be used by the REIT to pay down debt, as well as for future strategic acquisitions and development opportunities. The deal will also substantially increase Maguire's return on equity.
Maguire Macquarie Office, LLC will initially hold six properties in its portfolio, totaling nearly 4.0 million square feet. Five of the assets will come from Maguire: One California Plaza (Los Angeles), Cerritos Corporate Center (Cerritos, California), Washington Mutual Campus (Irvine, California), San Diego Tech Center (San Diego) and Wells Fargo Center (Denver). The sixth property will be Macquarie's Stadium Gateway in Anaheim.
Completion of the new venture was announced January 6, 2006. Several lawyers in the Firm were involved in the transaction.
Campus El Segundo Acquisition -- 2005
Gilchrist & Rutter acted as counsel to buyer Thomas Properties Group in the key acquisition of 46.5 acres of prime undeveloped land on the west side of Los Angeles. With a development agreement with the City of El Segundo already secured, the purchase of the site from Federal Express Corporation closed in just 4 days.
The transaction represents a rare development opportunity, with full entitlements for a 2.175-million square foot mixed-use project with commercial, retail and community-serving components. The flexible entitlements package, constructed to meet changing market demands, offers a variety of building options and configurations to accommodate a wide range of uses on a lushly landscaped campus setting. In addition to providing a secure environment and fiber optic technology, Campus El Segundo offers a mix of development, including office, research & development and multimedia-related uses, along with a hotel, health club, golf course, restaurants, retail, child-care facilities and public service enterprises.
Paul S. Rutter , of Gilchrist & Rutter, negotiated the development agreement, the acquisition and the financing for the project.
General Counsel to CREW-Los Angeles -- 2006
Gilchrist & Rutter proudly announces that Susan Fowler McNally , a Partner in the Firm, has been appointed General Counsel to the Los Angeles Chapter of Commercial Real Estate Women ("CREW") Board of Directors by its President, Gina Guarino.
Consistently honored as an "International Leader in Achievement", "Who's Who Worldwide" and one of the "Most Powerful, Influential Women in Real Estate", Ms. McNally's appointment will afford her the opportunity to work with other commercial real estate industry leaders to implement the CREW Network mission of advancing the success of women in commercial real estate. Ms. McNally's practice focuses on commercial real estate and business transactions, particularly in acquisitions and dispositions, development, financing and the leasing of commercial real estate
Susan Fowler McNally
"Best Lawyers in America" - 1996-2006
Gilchrist & Rutter congratulates Paul S. Rutter on being named one of the "Best Lawyers in America" for the tenth straight year, in a list prepared by the professional research firm of Woodward/White, Inc. "Best Lawyers" are chosen for inclusion through a confidential peer-review survey of leading attorneys across the country and vetted further based on individual merit. The attorneys named to the list have been profiled in national news media, including The New York Times, Forbes, The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal . Mr. Rutter, Of Counsel in the Firm, focuses his practice on the areas of commercial real estate and business transactions.
2000 Avenue of the Stars Topping Out - 2005
 2000 Avenue of the Stars, a Class "A", twin-tower complex designed to present a dramatic, geometric profile of stainless steel and sky-blue glass walls, celebrated the steel top out of its helipad on September 21, 2005. The project signals a renaissance for the prestigious super block known as "Century Park".
Paul S. Rutter and Susan Fowler McNally negotiated and drafted the architectural, engineering and construction agreements and are handling ongoing construction matters for the 850,000 square foot project being developed by Trammell Crow Company, on behalf of JP Morgan Investment Management, Inc., on a 4.5-acre site in Century City, California. Donald C. Nanney assisted with drafting and negotiating the contracts for asbestos and hazardous materials abatement, soft demolition and consulting oversight preceding the new construction.
Southern California "Rising Star" - 2005 and 2004
Gilchrist & Rutter congratulates Thomas W. Casparian on being selected as a Southern California "Rising Star" for the second year in a row. Rising Stars are chosen by their peers and verified by attorney-led research staff at Law & Politics magazine. The attorneys named to the list are profiled in the September 2005 issue of Los Angeles magazine, as well as in a special annual publication, Southern California Rising Stars, issued by Law & Politics. Mr. Casparian, a Partner in the Firm, specializes in commercial, business, real estate and environmental litigation.
Thomas W. Casparian
California State Bar Assoc./Executive Committee Appointment -- 2005
Gilchrist & Rutter congratulates Donald C. Nanney on his appointment to the Executive Committee of the California State Bar Association, Real Property Section, for the 2005-2008 term. Mr. Nanney, a Partner in the Firm, focuses his practice on environmental law and real estate, including environmental aspects of business and real estate transactions, regulatory compliance counseling, environmental assessments/auditing, contractual allocation of environmental risks, environmental insurance, environmental claims and penalties, and hazardous materials emergencies.
Austin Research Park I & II Disposition -- 2005
Paul S. Rutter , Of Counsel to Gilchrist & Rutter, and Associate Peter E. Swain negotiated and drafted the $55 million sale of Austin Research Park I and II, an institutional quality Class "A" office project in Austin, Texas, to a national REIT. The Austin Research Park asset comprises two 4-story buildings totaling approximately 272,000 square feet, plus outdoor meeting areas, elegant water features and beautiful courtyards. Gilchrist & Rutter acted as Seller's counsel.
New Century Financial Corporation Lease - 2005
Paul S. Rutter and Diane J. Hvolka negotiated and drafted the pre-lease for 190,000 square feet in a 20-story high-rise office tower to be constructed at Park Place in Irvine, California, for a targeted delivery date of second quarter 2007. New Century will be relocating its headquarters to the new 600,000 square-foot tower, part of the prestigious 105-acre "city within a city" development in the commercial heart of Orange County. The transaction is the fourth lease executed by New Century for office space at Park Place, including one earlier this year for 179,000 square feet. Gilchrist & Rutter acted as Landlord's counsel.
Excellence in Real Estate Law - 2005 and 2004
For the second year in a row, California Real Estate Journal rated Gilchrist & Rutter as one of California's Major Real Estate Law Firms.
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP Lease - 2005
Paul S. Rutter and Diane J. Hvolka negotiated and drafted the pre-lease for 80,000 square feet in a 20-story high-rise office tower to be constructed at Park Place in Irvine, California, for a targeted delivery date of second quarter 2007. With the execution of this transaction, the new 600,000 square-foot tower -- part of the 105-acre Park Place real estate campus, which is expected to be fully developed over the next five to seven years -- is now nearly 50% pre-leased. Gilchrist & Rutter acted as Landlord's counsel.
Los Angeles County Bar Assoc. / Officer Installation - 2005
 Gilchrist & Rutter congratulates Donald C. Nanney , a Partner with the Firm, on his installation as Treasurer of the Los Angeles County Bar Association, Real Property Section. Mr. Nanney's practice focuses on environmental law and real estate, including environmental aspects of business and real estate transactions, regulatory compliance counseling, environmental assessments/auditing, contractual allocation of environmental risks, environmental insurance, environmental claims and penalties, and hazardous materials emergencies.
2000 Avenue of the Stars Development - 2005
Paul S. Rutter and Susan Fowler McNally negotiated and drafted the architectural, engineering and construction agreements and are handling ongoing construction matters for the 790,000 square foot "2000 Avenue of the Stars" project being developed by Trammell Crow Company, on behalf of JP Morgan Investment Management, Inc., in Century City, California. Donald C. Nanney assisted with drafting and negotiating the contracts for asbestos and hazardous materials abatement, soft demolition and consulting oversight preceding the new construction. The Class "A" complex's dramatic, geometric profile of stainless steel and sky-blue glass walls signals a renaissance for the prestigious super block known as "Century Park".
Los Angeles Grand Avenue Development - 2005
Paul S. Rutter and Martin N. Burton represented the Grand Avenue Committee of the Los Angeles Grand Avenue Authority in its negotiation with The Related Companies for the development of up to 3.2 million square feet of retail space, hotel and high-rise residential units in Downtown Los Angeles, adjacent to and across from Disney Concert Hall and the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA). The $1.2 billion revitalization plan for the cultural heart of Los Angeles aims to elevate Downtown LA into the ranks of culture-rich cities such as New York and Chicago.
New Century Financial Corp. Office Leases - 2005
Gilchrist & Rutter has negotiated and drafted the office leases for 450,000 square feet at the prestigious, 15-acre Park Place office campus in Irvine, California. The office campus is part of Park Place's 105-acre "city within a city" development in the commercial center of Orange County. Gilchrist & Rutter acted as Landlord's counsel.
Thomas W. Casparian Duane M. Montgomery
New Partners in the Firm - 2005
Gilchrist & Rutter congratulates Thomas W. Casparian and Duane M. Montgomery on becoming Partners in the Firm. Mr. Casparian's trial and appellate practice focuses on commercial, business, real estate and environmental litigation. Mr. Montgomery specializes in commercial real estate financing and business transactions.
Lantana Entertainment Media Center Acquisition - 2004
Negotiated the $136.8 million acquisition of Lantana Entertainment Media Center (North and South), a 12-acre office campus totaling 331,926 square feet, in Santa Monica, California. The development is entitled for an additional 195,000 square feet, bringing the total project to 526,926 square feet. Gilchrist & Rutter acted as Buyer's counsel, and represents the Project in all leasing and asset management matters.
Group M Worldwide Office Lease - 2004
Negotiated the office lease of 60,048 square feet at the Water Garden in Santa Monica, California. The Water Garden, a landscaped, state-of-the-art Class "A" trophy suburban complex, is located on 17 acres and offers 1.27 million square feet of rentable space. Gilchrist & Rutter acted as Landlord's counsel.
Thomas Properties Group, Inc. Initial Public Offering - 2004
Thomas Properties Group, Inc. raised $175 million in IPO of common stock and is traded on the NASDAQ under symbol "TPGI". Gilchrist & Rutter acted as counsel for TGPI and affiliates of James A. Thomas in both pre-formation and formation transactions to create the operating partnership.
Park Place Acquisition - 2004
Gilchrist & Rutter negotiated the $215-million acquisition of 90 acres of land plus existing improvements in Irvine, California, for client Maguire Properties, L.P. Park Place, now a 105-acre "city within a city" development in the commercial center of Orange County, will feature 5 million square feet of office, retail and multi-use space when completed. Gilchrist & Rutter served as Buyer’s counsel.
$1.25-Million Summary Judgment - 2004
Obtained a summary judgment against a major media company in favor of an institutional real estate client. Judgment was upheld on appeal to the California Court of Appeals and the California Supreme Court denied review. Gilchrist & Rutter acted as Plaintiff’s counsel.
"Most Powerful Women in Commercial Real Estate in Southern California" - 2004, 2003, 2001 and 2000
Gilchrist & Rutter congratulates Susan Fowler McNally on being named by Real Estate Southern California as one of Southern California's Most Powerful/Influential Women in Commercial Real Estate for the second year in a row, Ms. McNally's fourth such ranking in five years. Ms. McNally, a Partner in the Firm, specializes in commercial real estate and business transactions.
Mezzanine & Private Equity Investments - Ongoing
Raised over $100 million in 2003. Gilchrist & Rutter acted as counsel to institutional and private investors.
Rand Corporation Office Lease - 2004
Negotiated 37,000 square foot office lease in Santa Monica, California. Gilchrist & Rutter served as Landlord's counsel.
US Bancorp Office Lease - 2004
Negotiated 155,000 square foot office lease in Downtown Los Angeles. Gilchrist & Rutter served as Landlord's counsel.
Fremont General Office Lease - 2004
Negotiated 62,000 Square Foot Lease at the Water Garden in Santa Monica, California. The Water Garden, a landscaped, state-of-the-art Class "A" trophy suburban complex, is located on 17 acres and offers 1.27 million square feet of rentable space. Gilchrist & Rutter served as Landlord's counsel.
Four Seasons Hotel & Resort Development - 2003-2004
Gilchrist & Rutter negotiated and drafted agreements on behalf of the Developer for the development and construction of the Four Seasons Resort hotel and condominium project located in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Perched in the spectacular Teton Mountains, Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole is a luxury mountain ski-in/ski-out resort offering full-range recreational activities amidst panaramic wilderness views.
Maguire Properties, Inc. Initial Public Offering - 2003
Raised $800 million in IPO of common stock. Gilchrist & Rutter acted as part of counsel team in handling pre-formation work and contribution of assets to operational partnership.
Multi-Family Complex Acquisition - 2003
Negotiated purchase in Colorado. Gilchrist & Rutter represented the buyers, Bridge Capital Group and Buchanan Street Partners.
Self-Storage Facilities Acquisition - 2003
Negotiated purchase of multiple facilities in Torrance and Rancho Cucamonga, California. Gilchrist & Rutter represented the Buyer, William Warren Group.
Major Law Firm Office Leases - 2003-2004
Negotiated office leases totaling 250,000 square feet in the central business district of Downtown Los Angeles, California. Gilchrist & Rutter acted as counsel to the institutional Landlords.
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