Greenberg Traurig, LLP announced on Aug. 11, 2026, that ten of its shareholders have been named to the 2026 Benchmark Litigation 40 & Under – U.S. edition. The recognition highlights the firm’s litigation talent, with nine of the ten honorees having appeared on the list multiple times over the past five years. This continued presence underscores the firm’s depth in emerging legal leadership across its U.S. offices.

The Benchmark Litigation list aims to identify the top emerging talent in litigation under the age of 40 across the United States. Greenberg Traurig’s inclusion reflects its broader standing as a global law firm with approximately 3,200 lawyers across 51 locations in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia.

Honorees by Location

The ten shareholders recognized this year are based across eight U.S. cities:

Caitlyn E. Haller and Aimee Housinger have been listed every year since 2022, demonstrating consistent recognition within the industry.

Litigation Practice Overview

Greenberg Traurig’s Litigation Practice includes a team of more than 800 attorneys. The firm’s trial lawyers regularly appear in state and federal courts throughout the country, as well as in appellate courts and before international arbitration panels. They work closely with in-house counsel to develop strategies that fit a litigation cost and proficiency model appropriate to each client’s unique needs and goals.

The firm is consistently ranked among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100, NLJ 500, and Law360 400. It was also recognized as a 2025 BTI “Best of the Best Recommended Law Firm” by general counsel for trust and relationship management.

Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP announced on Aug. 6, 2026, the appointment of Grant Puleo as a shareholder in its San Diego office. The move strengthens the firm's California Real Estate Practice by adding an attorney with deep experience in complex commercial real estate transactions across the United States. Puleo joins from Duane Morris, bringing a practice focused on multifamily and student housing sectors, which aligns with the firm's strategic growth objectives in the region.

Puleo's arrival enhances the capabilities of Greenberg Traurig's California real estate team, which now includes more than 50 attorneys. His addition follows recent hires of San Diego Shareholder Robert J. Brown and San Francisco Shareholders Eric Hieber and Ann (Seung-Eun) Lee. The expansion supports the firm's effort to build a full-service office with strength across key practice areas, enabling it to serve clients locally and nationwide.

Practice Focus and Expertise

Puleo advises clients on acquisitions, development, construction, syndications, dispositions, leasing, and financing matters. His portfolio covers a wide range of product types, including multifamily, student housing, office, hospitality, retail, industrial, and data centers. As a skilled trial attorney, he offers clients both transactional depth and courtroom experience, allowing him to manage risk throughout the lifecycle of a transaction.

His practice often focuses on multifamily and student housing transactions, where he advises on acquisitions, financings, joint ventures, and portfolio management. He also represents borrowers and lenders in complex real estate finance transactions and advises private equity and investment fund clients on investment, financing, and joint venture matters.

Leadership Commentary

Gregory A. Fishman, Global Real Estate Practice Co-Chair at Greenberg Traurig, stated that Puleo's work across commercial real estate transactions, finance, and dispute resolution enhances the firm's ability to help clients navigate complex transactions. Fishman highlighted Puleo's substantial experience in the student housing and multifamily sectors as particularly valuable for achieving client business objectives.

San Diego Co-Managing Shareholders Ellen M. Bronchetti and John P. Cleary said in a joint statement that Puleo brings a sophisticated practice that strengthens the office's ability to serve clients. They noted his reputation in the market and his contribution to building a full-service office with strength across key practice areas.

Background and Academic Roles

Puleo serves as an adjunct professor at California Western School of Law. He is the author of "Closing the Deal: A Practical Guide to Commercial Real Estate Transactions," published by Practising Law Institute. He earned his J.D., with Great Distinction, from the University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law and a B.A. from San Diego State University.

What the Numbers Show

The addition of Puleo reflects a targeted expansion of Greenberg Traurig's real estate capabilities in California. With more than 50 attorneys in the state's real estate team and recent additions in both San Diego and San Francisco, the firm is consolidating its presence in key West Coast markets. This growth strategy leverages specialized sector expertise, particularly in multifamily and student housing, to capture market share in complex transactional environments.