Greenberg Traurig's Achievement in Real Estate Law
Ever scan the headlines and think, "These folks did what?" Well, Greenberg Traurig just pulled a rabbit outta the hat and snagged the Real Estate Team of the Year title at The Lawyer Awards 2026. Now, for those outside the legal loop, this ain’t your everyday office recognition. These awards are like the Oscars for the legal world in the U.K., picked with the kind of discerning eye you'd expect from a judging panel stacked with legal eagles from the bar, private practices, and in-house counsel.
A Deal Worth Talking About
So why is Greenberg Traurig the talk of the town? They stepped up to the plate on a big-league real estate deal—advising on the creation of The UK Housing Platform Fund. If you didn’t catch it the first time, they were instrumental in pushing through a £1.1 billion take-private acquisition of The PRS REIT plc. Yeah, you read it right—that’s billion with a 'b', and let's not skip over the bounty of nearly 5,500 single-family homes swapped in the process.
This is the kind of deal that can redefine residential sector leadership, solidly planting Greenberg Traurig at the forefront.
The Team Behind the Glory
The magnitude of this work wasn't solo—no lone wolf success story here. Steven Cowins, Co-Chair of Global Real Estate Funds Practice, led a crack team that reads like a legal dream team lineup. Cowins helmed the charge alongside stalwarts like Tax Shareholders Clive Jones and Jessica Ganagasegaran, with Real Estate Finance Shareholder Duncan Hubbard keeping the financial gears greased.
Now, peel back the curtain further—Real Estate Shareholder Danielle L. Martin, Private Equity Real Estate Shareholders Marc Snell and Andrew Sterling, and Corporate Shareholder Henrietta Walker were all heavy hitters swinging for the fences on this project. And it wasn’t just the veterans; Greenberg Traurig lined up a whole orchestra of senior associates and trainees, proving that mentoring the next-gen talent is part and parcel of their success strategy.
Behind the Accolades and the Institution
With around 3,100 lawyers scattered across 51 offices tapping into markets from the U.S. and Europe to Asia and Latin America, these guys are not your corner office attorneys who dabble here and there. Their diverse geographic spread allows 'em to navigate the legal seas with a kind of fluidity and strategic savvy that’s crucial in today's worldwide legal battles.
They've been on a roll. Not only did they seal this accolade, but also walked away as a BTI "Best of the Best Recommended Law Firm" in 2025. It's obvious they're doing something right when it comes to trust and relationship management, and that’s no easy beat to march to in the competitive legal business.
A Nod to the Journey Ahead
Sure, bagging the award is a feather in their cap, something to nod approvingly at with a whiskey in hand after a long day. But it’s their consistent drive to push—as evidenced by this massive deal—that keeps them leaping off the pages of legal news outlets. The team’s synergy speaks volumes about how they build and maintain their powerhouse status. It’s a reminder to those on the sidelines that robust teamwork pays off, and for the deals that shape industries, a standout legal team doesn’t hurt one bit.
