Bio

Gary Axelrod, Global Co-Chair of the firm’s Hospitality, Gaming & Leisure Industry Group, and former Global Co-Chair of the Real Estate Practice, advises clients on many of their most complex and highest-profile real estate transactions. Nationally recognized as a leading transactional lawyer in both the real estate and hospitality industries, Mr. Axelrod delivers creative and strategic counsel to private equity sponsors and funds, institutional investors, operating companies, real estate investment trusts (REITs), and entrepreneurial developers. His experience spans all types of transactions and asset classes, with a particular focus on hotels, resorts, and gaming properties. He also brings substantial experience advising on international projects, including in Canada, China, Dubai, India, Abu Dhabi, and Mexico.