Chambers USA – America's Leading Lawyers for Business (a publication of Chambers and Partners) has recognized Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis LLP in its 2015 rankings of the foremost law firms and lawyers in the country, once again placing the firm among the top tier law firms in New Jersey in four core practice areas – Litigation, Corporate/Mergers & Acquisitions, Real Estate and Environment.  Additionally, fifteen of the firm’s partners are ranked among the top individual attorneys.

A summary of the firm’s editorial presence in the 2015 Chambers USA Guide follows:

Litigation: General Commercial

• Chambers comments on the firm’s “capabilities representing clients in complex general commercial litigation” serving “clients ranging from medium-sized businesses to multinationals and institutional entities in a range of matters.”
• The publication quotes research sources who report: "They have a very deep bench, and complex New Jersey litigation matters are their strength," further noting that "The attorneys are very attentive and detail-oriented, and the client service at this firm is excellent."
• Partners recognized in this practice area are:
  • Paul A. Rowe (“top-notch" and "one of the best lawyers in the state”)
  • Alan S. Naar (“highly regarded by his peers”)
  • John D. North (“a stellar reputation in the market”)

Corporate/Mergers & Acquisitions

• Chambers reports that the firm “offers an array of services including advice on M&A and securities offerings” to clients including “companies in the alternative energy, retail, food & beverage, and manufacturing sectors.”
• The publication quotes research sources who comment: "The lawyers are very tenacious, extremely adept and consistently look out for their clients’ best interests." 
• Partners recognized in this practice area are:
  •  W. Raymond Felton (“very approachable, efficient and thorough in his guidance”)
  • Alan E. Davis (“a wealth of experience” with “particular expertise in acting for franchises”

Real Estate and Zoning/Land Use

• Chambers recognizes the firm’s “formidable reputation for its strength across a broad range of areas” and “impressive clientele ranging from landlords and tenants, to regional and national developers”
• The publication quotes research sources who say:  "The firm has an excellent reputation” and “a tremendous amount of depth on business and real estate matters.” Sources also note that "The attorneys display excellent judgment, are responsive, well prepared, persuasive, excellent communicators, personable and knowledgeable."
• Partners recognized in this practice area are:
  • Thomas J. Denitzio, Jr. ("expert in negotiating with sellers' attorneys, drafting agreements and offering guidance")
  • Martin E. Dollinger (“One of the top in his field. He has always impressed me and continues to do so”)
  • Jack Fersko (“an excellent real estate transactional lawyer”)
  • Robert S. Goldsmith (“tremendous depth of knowledge in real estate development")
  • Meryl A.G. Gonchar (“phenomenal” and “would highly recommend her”)
  • Christine F. Li (“exceptional real estate attorney” and “the best in the state” in the area of condominium law)
  • Ann M. Waeger (“an excellent lawyer with a great reputation in the industry”)

Environment

• Chambers notes the firm’s “strength in an array of environmental matters including brownfield cleanups, redevelopment of contaminated sites, and compliance and permitting concerns.” They add that the practice represents clients ranging from “manufacturers and large companies to individuals.”
• The publication quotes research sources who comment: "Their attorneys are extremely knowledgeable, practical and very responsive."  
• Partners recognized in this practice area are:
  • David B. Farer ("First-rate environmental attorney" who is “held in high regard for his experience and vast knowledge of transactions”)
  • David A. Roth (“recognized for his ability to advise clients on compliance with various regulations”)
  • Ann M. Waeger (“specializes in advising clients on environmental insurance policies”)
  • Jay A. Jaffe (“very capable” with “notable expertise advising on regulatory issues”)

The London-based publishers of the Chambers USA Guide to America’s Leading Lawyers for Business conduct comprehensive annual research, including in-depth interviews with thousands of lawyers and clients, as they seek to assess the reputations and expertise of business lawyers from across the country. Rankings are assessed on qualities including technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities most valued by the client. The complete methodology can be viewed at www.chambersandpartners.com/methodology.

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