Winston & Strawn has announced the addition of James Saeli as a partner in the firm’s New York office. Saeli joins the transactions department, bringing with him extensive expertise in the tax aspects of real estate finance. His specialization encompasses mortgage-backed securitizations, particularly involving real estate investment conduits and other tax-advantaged real estate investment vehicles.
The firm’s decision to bring Saeli on board reflects its ongoing strategy to enhance its capabilities in real estate finance and tax services. Saeli’s role will involve providing tax advice across various stages of real estate financing, from loan origination to warehousing, and expanding into other lending arrangements and financing transactions.
This strategic move by Winston & Strawn signifies not only the importance of tax counsel in complex real estate deals but also a commitment to offering comprehensive financial and tax solutions to its clientele. For more about this development, you can read the full announcement here.
Winston & Strawn’s leadership expressed confidence in Saeli’s ability to deliver value in this role, citing his depth of experience and unique insights into real estate finance tax solutions. His addition forms part of the firm’s broader strategy to bolster its tax practice on a national scale, especially in key markets like New York. For further details on the announcement, the Bloomberg Law article can be accessed here.