News
July 7, 2017
Accolades
50 Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Named to 2017 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Fifty Farella Braun + Martel attorneys across diverse practice areas were named to the Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists of top attorneys in Northern California for 2017. Farella attorneys named among 2017 Northern California Super Lawyers: George Argyris...
June 8, 2017
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Represents Investment Group Led by Third Leaf Partners in Its Acquisition of WineBid
SAN FRANCISCO, June 8, 2017: Farella Braun + Martel LLP is advising an investment group led by Third Leaf Partners in its acquisition of WineBid, Inc., the largest online auction for fine and rare wines. The deal is pending...
May 31, 2017
Accolades
The Legal 500 United States 2017 Recognizes Farella Braun + Martel Practices & Attorneys
SAN FRANCISCO, May 31, 2017: Farella Braun + Martel LLP’s Construction, Exempt Organizations and Land Use practice areas were recognized in The Legal 500 United States 2017 . Recognized among the list of “Leading Lawyers” for their respective...
May 31, 2017
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Assists Ovid Winery in Its Sale to the Owners of Silver Oak and Twomey Wineries
SAN FRANCISCO/ST. HELENA, May 31, 2017: Farella Braun + Martel LLP represented Napa cult winery Ovid in its sale to the owners of Napa Valley’s Silver Oak and Twomey wineries. Ovid is an estate vineyard and winery located on...
May 26, 2017
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Practice Areas, Attorneys Ranked by Chambers USA 2017
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (May 26, 2017): Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces that Chambers USA has recognized 12 lawyers and five practice areas in the legal directory’s 2017 edition. Practice Area Recognition: Construction – National, California Environment – California Insurance...
May 24, 2017
Announcement
Daily Journal Names Jessica Nall and Katherine Philippakis Among Top Women Lawyers
SAN FRANCISCO/ST. HELENA, May 24, 2017 – Farella Braun + Martel LLP is proud to announce the selection of partners Jessica Nall and Katherine Philippakis to the Daily Journal ’s 2017 list of California’s Top Women Lawyers. The annual...
November 2, 2016
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Ranked Among “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers
SAN FRANCISCO, November 2, 2016: Farella Braun + Martel LLP has been recognized in the U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers 2017 “Best Law Firms” rankings. Several Farella practices were recognized both nationally and regionally. According to...
September 21, 2016
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Elects Brian Donnelly as New Firm Chair
SAN FRANCISCO, September 21, 2016 – Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces the election of Partner Brian P. Donnelly as the firm's new chair effective January 3, 2017. He succeeds Steven Lowenthal, who has served in the role since...
September 14, 2016
Media Coverage
Activists Plan to Sue to Block Largest Housing Project Approved in the Mission
San Francisco Business Times September 14, 2016 "Activists Plan to Sue to Block Largest Housing Project Approved in the Mission" San Francisco's Board of Supervisors upheld the approval of a 330-unit mixed-income residential project, the largest ever approved in the Mission...
August 15, 2016
Announcement
32 Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Named to 2017 The Best Lawyers in America©; Three Earn Lawyer of the Year Honors
SAN FRANCISCO, August 15, 2016: Thirty-two Farella Braun + Martel LLP attorneys were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America © 2017. Three Farella attorneys have earned Lawyer of the Year honors in their...
August 2, 2016
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Assists O'Neill Vintners & Distillers Acquire Robert Hall Winery on California's Central Coast
SAN FRANCISCO, August 2, 2016: Farella Braun + Martel LLP represented O'Neill Vintners & Distillers in its acquisition of Robert Hall Winery in Paso Robles, Calif. The sale included the Robert Hall production facilities, hospitality center, inventory, vineyards and...
July 8, 2016
Accolades
53 Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Named to 2016 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
SAN FRANCISCO (July 8, 2016) – Fifty-three Farella Braun + Martel attorneys across diverse practice areas were named to the Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists of top attorneys in Northern California for 2016. Farella attorneys named among 2016...
June 15, 2016
Accolades
The Legal 500 United States 2016 Recognizes Farella Braun + Martel Practices & Attorneys
SAN FRANCISCO, June 15, 2016: Farella Braun + Martel LLP’s Construction, Exempt Organizations and Land Use practice areas were recognized in The Legal 500 United States 2016. Recognized among the list of “Leading Lawyers” for their respective practice...
May 27, 2016
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Practice Areas, Attorneys Ranked by Chambers USA 2016
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (May 27, 2016): Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces that Chambers USA has recognized six practice areas and named 12 lawyers as leaders in their field in the legal directory’s 2016 edition. The firm’s Construction practice received...
April 20, 2016
Announcement
Katherine Philippakis Named Among Daily Journal’s Top Women Lawyers
SAN FRANCISCO/ST. HELENA, April 20, 2016 – Farella Braun + Martel LLP is proud to announce Katherine Philippakis’ selection to the Daily Journal ’s 2016 list of California’s “Top Women Lawyers.” The annual list recognizes 100 leading women lawyers...
March 30, 2016
Media Coverage
San Francisco Firm Starts Cannabis Practice Group
Daily Journal March 30, 2016 "San Francisco Firm Starts Cannabis Practice Group" Farella Braun + Martel formally launches a Cannabis Industry Practice Group, making it one of the largest and most prominent firms to wade into the practice area. Business...
March 30, 2016
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Launches Cannabis Industry Practice
SAN FRANCISCO, Mar. 30, 2016: Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces the launch of a practice group dedicated to one of the fastest growing industries in the U.S.: the Cannabis Industry Practice . The practice is led by Transactional...
November 20, 2015
Media Coverage
All That's Allowed: Napa County is taking a hard look at winery use permits
Northbay Biz December 2015 "All That's Allowed" Napa County is taking a hard look at winery use permits after wineries inadvertently overstep their bounds on production and events. In the article, Farella wine industry practice chair Katherine Philippakis advises...
November 3, 2015
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Ranked Among 2016 “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers
SAN FRANCISCO, November 3, 2015: Farella Braun + Martel LLP has been recognized in the U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers 2016 “Best Law Firms” rankings. Several Farella practices were recognized both nationally and regionally. According to...
August 17, 2015
Announcement
The Best Lawyers in America© 2016 Lists 30 Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys
SAN FRANCISCO, August 17, 2015: Thirty Farella Braun + Martel LLP attorneys were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America © 2016. Farella attorneys featured in the 2016 edition include: George T. Argyris: Trusts...
July 9, 2015
Accolades
Farella Braun + Martel Attorneys Named to 2015 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
SAN FRANCISCO (July 9, 2015) – Fifty-three Farella Braun + Martel attorneys across diverse practice areas were named to the Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists of top attorneys in Northern California for 2015. Mary McCutcheon received special recognition...
June 8, 2015
Media Coverage
Kinship Makes First Investment in Group of Development Projects in Bay Area
The Registry June 8, 2015 "Kinship Makes First Investment in Group of Development Projects in Bay Area" Farella Braun + Martel represented Kinship Capital in its joint venture purchase with SIMEON Commercial Properties of the Post Street Tower project...
June 1, 2015
Media Coverage
Farella Braun, Allen Matkins Guide Swig's $75M Refinancing
Law360 June 1, 2015 "Farella Braun, Allen Matkins Guide Swig's $75M Refinancing" Farella Real Estate Partner Tony Ratner represented The Swig Co. LLC in its $75 million refinancing of an office property in San Francisco’s SOMA district from lender John...
May 26, 2015
Media Coverage
Miracle Mile Office Tower Trades for $150 Million
Los Angeles Business Journal May 26, 2015 "Miracle Mile Office Tower Trades for $150 Million" Farella Braun + Martel Real Estate Partner Tony Ratner represented The Swig Company in its $150 million joint venture purchase of 6300 Wilshire Blvd., a Class A...
May 19, 2015
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Practice Areas, Attorneys Ranked by Chambers USA 2015
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (May 19, 2015): Farella Braun + Martel LLP announces that Chambers USA has recognized five practice areas and named 12 lawyers as leaders in their field in the legal directory’s 2015 edition. Farella’s Construction practice received...
May 14, 2015
Announcement
Katherine Philippakis Named One of the Daily Journal’s Top Women Lawyers in California
SAN FRANCISCO/ST. HELENA, May 14, 2015 – Farella Braun + Martel LLP Partner Katherine Philippakis was selected by the Daily Journal as one of 2015’s “Top Women Lawyers.” The annual list recognizes 100 leading women lawyers in California. Philippakis...
May 6, 2015
Announcement
Farella Expands Thriving Real Estate Practice
SAN FRANCISCO, May 6, 2015: Farella Braun + Martel LLP is pleased to announce the addition of Charles J. “CJ” Higley as a partner and Daniel J. McLeod as an associate to its Real Estate & Land Use Department...
April 10, 2015
Media Coverage
Kinship and SIMEON Buy Two Office Properties in Sunnyvale for $55MM
The Registry April 10, 2015 "Kinship and SIMEON Buy Two Office Properties in Sunnyvale for $55MM" Farella Braun + Martel represented Kinship Capital in its joint venture acquisition with SIMEON Commercial Properties of two office buildings in Sunnyvale for...
December 5, 2014
Announcement
Seasoned Land Use Planner Joins Farella Braun + Martel Wine Industry Group
SAN FRANCISCO/ST. HELENA, December 5, 2014: Kirsty Shelton Gerosa has joined Farella Braun + Martel LLP as a land use planner in its St. Helena, Calif. office. A seasoned land use and environmental planning professional, Gerosa will focus on...
November 3, 2014
Announcement
Farella Braun + Martel Earns 2015 “Best Law Firms” Rankings
San Francisco, CA – November 3, 2014: Several Farella Braun + Martel LLP practices were recognized in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers 2015 “Best Law Firms” rankings. The rankings are based on client and peer evaluations and information...