Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP announced today that D. Clayton (Clay) Howell has joined the firm’s Real Estate Practice Group as partner in the Atlanta office. He previously served as a partner at King & Spalding LLP.
“Adding Clay to our Real Estate practice advances our commitment to expanding our national real estate capabilities,” said Sutherland Managing Partner Mark D. Wasserman. “Clay’s arrival directly supports Sutherland’s firmwide strategic plan to grow in tandem with the real estate industry not only in the Southeast, but also across our national footprint.”
Mr. Howell represents sponsors, equity and institutional investors in the investment in real estate assets, programmatic joint ventures and platforms, as well as developers in complex urban development transactions. With more than 15 years of experience, he has developed a thorough understanding of the commercial real estate landscape to guide clients in various acquisitions, development, disposition, and debt and equity transactions ranging from $200 million to $2 billion. Mr. Howell regularly represents clients in the multifamily, office, retail, industrial, hospitality and senior-living sectors throughout the United States.
“We are in the middle of an incredibly strong and busy period for our clients not only in Atlanta, but also across the country. Clay’s arrival is a direct reflection of Sutherland’s response to our clients’ growing legal needs,” said Victor P. Haley, leader of Sutherland’s Real Estate Practice Group. “Through the many real estate projects currently underway in Atlanta, we have had the chance to get to know Clay from the other side of the table. His strong portfolio of experience greatly complements our team’s current work. We have the utmost respect for his talent, passion and knowledge of the industry, and are thrilled to have him on our team.”
“I’m honored to join Sutherland and to become a part of such a fine group of talented lawyers,” said Mr. Howell. “As with the growth of the real estate market, I am excited to refresh my focus and extend my services to clients in key markets, including in Atlanta and beyond.”
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