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David Tabibian
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Biography
David Tabibian is a creative problem solver and proven deal maker who never loses sight of his clients' business goals. As a Partner in JMBM's Real Estate Department, David provides counsel and legal representation to his clients in a variety of real estate transactions from inception to closing. He has successfully handled and closed more than $4 billion worth of real estate transactions across the country. His success comes from his ability to strategically, yet efficiently, pursue his client’s objectives while keeping all parties focused on closing the deal.
David represents a diverse group of clients, including institutional and non-institutional real estate developers, owners and operators, private equity investors, funds, REITs, borrowers, lenders, commercial landlords and tenants, law firms, celebrities, and high net worth individuals. His practice focuses on acquisitions and dispositions, 1031 exchanges, construction, leasing, debt and equity financing, and joint ventures. He has dealt with a variety of asset classes, including hotel, studio, office, retail, industrial, multi-family and mixed-use projects, as well as residential properties and vacant land.
David typically takes on the role of outside general counsel for his clients, handling all matters from complex, high-dollar commercial projects to smaller residential deals. He has drafted and negotiated numerous purchase and sale agreements, various types of leases (including office, industrial, retail and residential leases totaling more than 5 million sq. ft.), and loan documentation for more than $1 billion worth of sophisticated real estate and commercial loans (including traditional real estate, refinance, construction, bridge, mezzanine, asset-based and hard money loans). He also counsels and assists his clients in a broad range of due diligence matters, including reviewing title and surveys as well as forming new entities.
In 2019, the Daily Journal publication selected David as one of the “Top 40 Under 40” lawyers in California. He was also named to the Southern California Super Lawyers list each year from 2018 through 2020, an honor achieved by no more than 5% of the lawyers in California, after being recognized on the Southern California Rising Stars list for multiple years. In 2016, he was named as one of “The 5 Best Real Estate Lawyers in Los Angeles” by Investopedia’s Real Estate Column.
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Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Real Estate
100%
19 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 18 years
State: California
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell, LLP
1900 Avenue of the Stars, 7th Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90067
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Posted by Steve | April 22, 2015 | Commercial
BEST REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY!!
I can easily say that David is the best real estate attorney I have ever worked with and without question one of the very best in town! Over the last three years, David has taken care of multiple real estate deals for me, mostly buying various commercial and residential properties. He has also handle...
Posted by Elliot | April 22, 2015 | Real Estate
Best Real Estate Lawyer in LA!!
I have worked with David for a few years now. He handles all my real estate matters regardless of how complicated they may have been. He is absolutely the best real estate attorney i have ever worked with. He has substantial experience in all types of real estate transactions, which has been very be...
Posted by David | August 19, 2014 | Real Estate
Real Estate Attorney Reference
As a past, present & future client of David's I can comfortably say David is among the best Real Estate attorney's I have ever worked with. I have worked with numerous attorneys, but one case in specific brought me to David and has made me a client for life. I needed a complicated multi party contr...
Posted by Raymond | February 14, 2014 | Real Estate
Existing Client
David is an extremely knowledgeable and personable real estate attorney who goes above and beyond what most people expect from their attorney. He knows exactly how to get the deal closed in an efficient manner and how to resolve all of the issues that arise along the way. David represented my busin...
Posted by Alan Fakheri | December 04, 2012 | Real Estate
Nice and Intelligent Real Estate Lawyer
David has been doing real estate law for us for a few years. We have a family real estate operation where we buy and develop new homes. We also have a franchise of ATT stores where we are dealing with landlords. David helps us on both ends. He is our go to guy every time we are in need. I also m...
David Tabibian's Lawyer Endorsements
"David's profile says it all: 100% real estate, 100% of the time. David made partner at one of the most well respected firms in the nation because he is a cut above the rest. When you speak with David about real estate matters, you immediately feel like you're speaking with an expert. He has handled deals and has been trusted to meticulously arrange transactions for projects totaling in the billions of dollars. Any developer, investor, landowner, or other party in a real estate matter should be fully confident in their position if David is on their side."
"David is a highly intelligent attorney who goes above and beyond for his clients. His detail to the law is impeccable. I highly endorse David."
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"I endorse Mr. Tabibian. He has demonstrated a unique ability to deliver fantastic results for his clients time and time again. I have referred clients to Mr. Tabibian and will continue to do so."
"As an attorney practicing in a similar area of Real Estate & Bankruptcy Law, I would like to highly recommend David as someone who will get the job done as efficiently and effectively as possible. David has written many articles in industry journals and is widely respected in our community. He is also very involved with helping clients outside of legal matters when asked."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
"Top 40 Under 40", Daily Journal
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Top 100 Up-and-Coming, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
"The 5 Best Real Estate Lawyers in Los Angeles", Investopedia
2016
Top 100 Up-and-Coming, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Superb Attorney Rating, Avvo
2007
High Honors (Top 15% of Law School), St. Thomas More Law Honor Society, Loyola Law School
2005
First Honors Award - Legal Writing & Research, American Jurisprudence
2003
Renaissance Scholar, University of Southern California
2003
Dean's List, University of Southern California
2003
Cum Laude, University of Southern California
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Real Estate Partner, Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell, LLP
2012 - 2020
Real Estate Partner, Glaser Weil, LLP
2007 - 2012
Real Estate Attorney, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, LLP
Associations
2007 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaLicensed Attorney & Active Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Sale of $500 Million Real Estate Portfolio
Successful Closing.
Purchase of $175 MM Real Estate Portfolio
Successful Closing.
Purchase & Development of Two Single Tenant Properties
Successful Closing.
400,000 sq. ft. Building Lease to U.S. Navy
Successful Closing.
Purchase of $200+ Million Hollywood Center Studios
Successful Closing.
License Agreement between Hollywood Pantages Theatre and Dolby Theatre
Successful Closing.
Education
2007
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
University of Southern California
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
Real Estate
“Negotiating AIR Commercial Lease Agreements"
2017
Real Estate
“Letter Of Intent (LOI): What Matters Most"
Publications
2020
Super Lawyers
Glaser Weil Attorneys Recognized by 2020 Super Lawyers List
2019
2019
Super Lawyers
Glaser Weil Attorneys Recognized by 2019 Super Lawyers List
2018
Wall Street Journal
"Woodbridge Group to Start Paying Investors By End of 2018"
2018
2018
2017
2017
2017
2016
2016
Investopedia
"The 5 Best Real Estate Lawyers in Los Angeles"
2015
2012
FRBC Quarterly Prophets
"Receivership Sales of Real Property: Legal Restraints and Practical Considerations"
2009
Pillsbury Real Estate Newsletter
"Round Two…Commercial Real Estate"
2008
Pillsbury Real Estate Newsletter
“Eminent Domain Post-Kelo”
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers