Holland & Knight Continues Growth of Real Estate Practice with Addition of Gerami Granello in Houston
HOUSTON (February 26, 2024) – Holland & Knight has bolstered its nationally recognized Real Estate Practice with the addition of Gerami Granello in Houston. He was previously a partner with Mayer Brown, where he helped lead the firm's asset management and leasing group.
For more than 20 years, Mr. Granello has provided asset management and leasing representation to institutional real estate funds and advisers in connection with the ownership, operation and management of their office, retail and industrial real estate portfolios across the nation and in Latin America, including extensive representation in connection with build-to-suit office projects for leading technology companies, build-to-suit industrial distribution and fulfillment centers for leading e-commerce companies, and rooftop solar leasing and development. He also represents leading banks, financial services companies and energy companies in connection with the negotiation of their headquarter office leases and management of their real estate portfolios. In addition, he represents developers, funds and advisers in connection with the purchase, sale and financing of all categories of real estate.
"Gerami's distinctive skill set, extensive experience and commitment to excellent client service make him a great cultural fit for our team," said Matthew Swerdlow, co-practice group leader of Holland & Knight's Texas Real Estate Practice Group. "We are beyond thrilled to welcome him to the firm and our Texas Real Estate Practice Group."
"The firm's commitment to growth in Texas, the depth of the Real Estate Practice, the vast platform and resources, and the complementary capabilities of the attorneys at Holland & Knight will allow me to provide better and more comprehensive service to my clients," said Mr. Granello. "I look forward to working with my new colleagues to provide exceptional, client-focused legal service and to foster new relationships."
Mr. Granello received a J.D. degree from The University of Texas School of Law and a B.B.A. degree from The University of Texas at Austin.