McDonald Hopkins welcomes real estate attorney Brendan Carney
McDonald Hopkins is proud to welcome attorney Brendan Carney to the firm. Brendan is an Associate in the Business Department and Real Estate Practice Group.
Brendan focuses his practice on commercial real estate acquisitions and dispositions, leasing and financing, as well as general corporate matters.
“McDonald Hopkins is a full-service, business-first firm where I can continue doing sophisticated work for great clients in Cleveland and beyond. The attorneys here practice at an incredibly high level, and the firm's culture of mentorship and collaboration is the perfect platform for me to continue to grow and develop my practice,” said Brendan, on why McDonald Hopkins is his destination firm.
Prior to joining McDonald Hopkins, Brendan represented buyers and sellers in commercial real estate transactions and advised developers on the development and management of office, retail, and multifamily properties. He has experience counseling landlords and tenants in leasing matters and representing borrowers in commercial financing transactions. In addition to his real estate work, Brendan advises clients on entity formation and governance, has handled complex merger and acquisition transactions for publicly traded and national companies, and serves as outside general counsel to a startup specializing in risk assessment software.
Brendan is particularly drawn to real estate because it sits at the intersection of law, business, and the built environment.
“I love that the work we do has a tangible outcome improving the community,” he added. “I am excited to work alongside a collaborative team that practices at a high level. The team has a strong market presence in Cleveland and across the country, and I look forward to contributing to the team's success.”
Jason Smith, chair of the firm’s Real Estate Practice Group, echoed Brendan’s sentiment.
“We’re excited to welcome Brendan to the team,” said Jason. “His experience across a wide range of commercial real estate matters, combined with his strong corporate background, makes him a valuable addition.”
Brendan earned his J.D. from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law and his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Ohio State University.
