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Friedlander Misler, PLLC is pleased to announce that five firm attorneys were named to the 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Real Estate Lawyers list: Principal and Managing Member David M. Astrove Principal Deborah G. Astrove Member Jennifer W. Jette Principal Rebecca Monzi Principal Amy C. Serafino This is the 2nd edition of this guide to advisors who specialize in a vast range of skills – development, finance, leasing, litigation, REIT structuring – on a range of property that can range from a tricky environmental site outside San Diego to a megadevelopment for an energy company in the Middle East to a troubled Manhattan skyscraper converting from commercial to residential. Lawdragon, founded in 2005, publishes news and feature pieces, including a range of leading lawyers guides across various practice areas. Lawdragon’s refined selection process is the product of more than 30 years of researching and reporting on the legal profession. See […]

Friedlander Misler, PLLC is pleased to announce that, based on peer review and practice excellence, Principal and Managing Member David M. Astrove and Principal Deborah G. Astrove have been recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for Real Estate Law.  Both attorneys were also included in the 2024 and 2025 editions.  Attorneys included in the Best Lawyers® lists are peer-reviewed based on professional capabilities and undergo an authentication process to make sure they are in current practice and good standing.   Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. Attorneys are not required nor allowed to pay a fee to be listed; therefore, inclusion is considered a singular honor.  Find more information about Best Lawyers methodology here. 

Friedlander Misler, PLLC is thrilled to share the successful closing of our client Horning’s acquisition of a multifamily property, Plaza Towers, located in Hyattsville, Maryland, together with financing from Freddie Mac, Amazon, and Prince George’s County, Maryland. In an effort to preserve affordable housing in the region, we successfully helped Horning negotiate an Affordable Housing Covenant that will encumber the property for the next 99 years. “This was a transformative acquisition for Horning, the largest in our company’s 70-year history, and it required attorneys who could manage complexity and align with our values as a mission-driven developer. Friedlander Misler, PLLC brought deep real estate knowledge and experience, unwavering attention to detail, and a true understanding of the urgency and impact behind preserving affordability in our region. They were indispensable partners in getting this deal across the finish line,” Horning CEO and President Jamie Weinbaum said. Amy Serafino and David Astrove […]

Friedlander Misler PLLC is pleased to announce that Jennifer W. Jette, a member of the firm’s Real Estate and Commercial Transactions practice groups, has been selected by The Daily Record for inclusion in their Leading Women Under 40 list for 2025.   Jennifer, a proud Montgomery County native, exemplifies the caliber of leadership, service, and professional achievement recognized by this award. Her legal practice focuses on sophisticated real estate transactions and corporate matters across Maryland, the greater DMV region, and nationwide. She represents developers, investors, and owners in various commercial real estate matters, including acquiring, financing, developing, selling, and leasing multifamily, retail, industrial, and mixed-use projects.  The Daily Record’s Leading Women Under 40 Awards honor women who are 40 years of age and younger for the accomplishments they have made so far in their careers. Winners were selected for the honor based on their professional experience, community involvement and commitment to […]

Friedlander Misler PLLC is pleased to announce that Li Ann Butterfield has been selected by Connect CRE for inclusion in their 2025 Next Gen Awards.   Li Ann’s practice includes representing lenders in loan drafting and modifications, including acquisition and construction loans, for a variety of property types, such as multifamily dwellings, storage units, and commercial retail buildings. She also provides guidance on commercial lease agreements, including new leases and lease amendments, for retail stores, industrial warehouse spaces, and other property types throughout the U.S. Additionally, Li Ann has experience with commercial real estate acquisitions and dispositions, including land sales.  Connect CRE’s annual Next Generation Awards accept candidates in all sectors of commercial estate, from leasing and development to investment and finance, to determine the most talented young professionals working in real estate. Candidates must be 35 or younger on December 31, 2025.    View the full list of honorees here.