Focused on Real Estate. Trusted for Generations.
For over 90 years, we have advised owners, developers, investors, landlords, and tenants on their most important transactions in the DMV and across the United States.
Trusted by Clients. Recognized by Peers.
Our firm has been Chambers-ranked for 19 consecutive years—and counting.
A Real Estate Firm Built for Dealmakers.
Business-minded legal counsel focused on solving problems, managing risk, and closing transactions efficiently.
Practice Areas
Acquisitions & Dispositions
Structuring transactions, negotiating purchase and sale agreements, due diligence, and managing all aspects of the closing process.
Leasing
Representing landlords and tenants in sophisticated commercial leasing transactions, including office, retail, industrial, and ground leases.
Financing
Borrowers and lenders in acquisition, construction, permanent, and mezzanine loans across diverse commercial asset classes.
Joint Ventures & Corporate Organization
Structuring transactions, negotiating purchase and sale agreements, due diligence, and managing all aspects of the closing process.
TOPA
Advising on compliance with DC tenant rights regulations, including the Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act.
Development
Ground-up real estate development projects across commercial, residential, and mixed-use asset classes.
Construction
Practical, business-minded contract work, owner-contractor agreements, architect engagements, and consultant contracts.
Property Tax
Comprehensive real property tax assessment appeals across DC, Maryland, and Virginia at all levels of appeal.
GYFB represents many of Washington metropolitan area’s largest and most dynamic real estate owners in their sophisticated transactions, both locally and nationwide
In an era dominated by mega firms, we have intentionally maintained a boutique approach while offering a breadth and depth of experience rarely found in firms our size.
Striving for Excellence
We are a team of attorneys and legal professionals intensely focused on providing exceptional personal service and efficient, effective representation.
Longstanding Relationships
With a high partner-to-associate ratio, supported by a robust paralegal and support team, we excel in delivering efficient and responsive deal-making while fostering deep personal relationships with our clients.