Aaron Katz

Aaron Katz is a prominent figure in the commercial real estate industry, currently serving as the Chairman of Law Firm Advisory Services at Newmark Knight Frank in Washington, DC.12 Here are some key details about his career and expertise:

Professional Background

Aaron Katz joined Newmark in 2004 and has since established himself as a leading expert in advising global law firms on their strategic real estate planning and implementation.1 With over 30 years of experience in corporate real estate, Katz has an impressive track record:

• He has completed transactions worth more than $4 billion, involving over 6 million square feet of space.1
• Prior to Newmark, he worked at CB Richard Ellis and Insignia/ESG, where he co-founded the Law Firm Advisory Group.1
• At Insignia/ESG, he was named the top producer of 2001 for the Mid-Atlantic region.1

Notable Achievements

Katz has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including:

• Life member of the Multi-Million Dollar Commercial Leasing Club, Greater Washington Commercial Association of Realtors (GWCAR) since 1991.1
• Named one of the Forum Fifty Top Leasing Brokers by Real Estate Forum in 2006.1
• Recognized as a "Hot Broker" by Commercial Property News in 2004.1
• Received the Transaction of the Year award from the Washington Business Journal in 1999 and 2001.1
• Won the Top Broker Award from GWCAR in 1992, 1996, and 1999.1

Expertise and Client Base

Katz specializes in advising law firms on their real estate needs. His partial client list includes prestigious firms such as:

• Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP
• Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
• Latham & Watkins LLP
• Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
• Venable LLP1

Education and Licensing

Aaron Katz received his bachelor's degree in biology from Duke University.1 He is also a licensed real estate broker in the District of Columbia.1

With his extensive experience and impressive track record, Aaron Katz has established himself as a leading figure in the commercial real estate industry, particularly in advising law firms on their real estate strategies.