About
Founded 1989
As one of the prominent boutique law firms specializing in real estate within the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, GDL provides comprehensive legal services across a wide range of real estate-related matters. Our expertise extends to commercial lending and litigation, mortgage banking regulations, financial institutional advisory work, as well as government-supported housing initiatives and administrative adjudication. We also offer guidance in bankruptcy proceedings and creditors' rights cases while addressing land use challenges along with tax and estate planning needs. In addition to supporting trade organizations effectively, we manage corporate partnerships and engage in public finance matters. Recognized for excellence by The Legal 500 in 2009—an esteemed independent authority—GDL stands out among leading practices for real estate and construction law within D.C.. Our distinguished clientele comprises individuals alongside major national entities renowned on international platforms as well as many respected developers, financiers operating in our region.