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Practice Groups


Law Firms

In the 24/7 culture of the modern law firm, workplace takes on a special significance. Space must be functional, flexible, cost effective, and true to the culture and stature of the firm.

The real estate professionals of the Cushman & Wakefield Law Firm Practice Group are attuned to the ever-shifting pressures—commoditization of work, attorney retention, changing technology—of the legal arena and are expert in making real estate and work space support the efforts of partners and employees.

Our unique approach to strategic property takes us well beyond real estate, leading us to examine the effect of property on the core business strategy, through its impact on clients, human resources, operations, finances and the current business environment.

Our professionals understand the premium placed on flexibility, whether it be to accommodate growth and consolidation or regarding the need for highly adaptable space. They are also attuned to the impact of trends toward litigation centers for contract attorneys, operations centers for administrative staff, and usage of open space formats.

The Law Firm Practice offers many services to effectively align your real estate assets with operational and business goals of your firm.

Strategic Planning

  • Interior architect selection/partnering
  • Attorney to support staff ratios and benchmarking
  • Administrative efficiency planning
  • Furniture system selection

Technology Consulting/Design

  • Voice/data infrastructure
  • Communications systems
  • Tech strategy, budget, management
  • Libraries and research centers

Building Infrastructure/Operations

  • Building image and location
  • Floor plate efficiency
  • Building functionality
  • Safety and security
  • Building operating costs
  • Building maintenance

Litigation Support

  • Feasibility studies
  • Tax appeal consulting
  • Appraisal
  • Due diligence
  • Highest and best-use analysis
  • FF&E/M&E valuation

 

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