On Monday, July 28, 2025, a tragic shooting occurred at 345 Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, the building housing Loeb & Loeb LLP’s New York office. The incident resulted in the deaths of four individuals, including Wesley LePatner, CEO of Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust. The shooter, identified as 27-year-old Shane Tamura from Las Vegas, is believed to have been targeting the National Football League, whose headquarters are located in the same building. ([news.bloomberglaw.com](https://news.bloomberglaw.com/legal-ethics/loeb-loeb-ny-group-safe-after-midtown-manhattan-shooting?utm_source=openai))
Loeb & Loeb’s co-chair, Mitchell Nussbaum, who was traveling at the time, expressed relief that all firm personnel were unharmed. He emphasized the firm’s commitment to safety, stating, “We are working in close coordination with building security, the NYPD, and local authorities to ensure the highest level of protection for our firm and its employees.” ([news.bloomberglaw.com](https://news.bloomberglaw.com/legal-ethics/loeb-loeb-ny-group-safe-after-midtown-manhattan-shooting?utm_source=openai))
The firm has been a tenant at 345 Park Avenue since 1986, occupying approximately 155,000 square feet under a 20-year lease signed in 2009. The building also houses other prominent organizations, including private equity firm Blackstone Inc. and consulting firm KPMG. ([news.bloomberglaw.com](https://news.bloomberglaw.com/legal-ethics/loeb-loeb-ny-group-safe-after-midtown-manhattan-shooting?utm_source=openai))
In the aftermath of the shooting, Loeb & Loeb is focusing on recovery and ensuring the well-being of its employees. The firm is reviewing and strengthening security measures across all offices to provide a safe environment for staff and clients. ([news.bloomberglaw.com](https://news.bloomberglaw.com/legal-ethics/loeb-loeb-ny-group-safe-after-midtown-manhattan-shooting?utm_source=openai))
This incident underscores the importance of robust security protocols in corporate environments. The FBI’s Law Enforcement Bulletin highlights the necessity for organizations to have comprehensive active shooter response plans and to collaborate closely with law enforcement agencies to enhance preparedness. ([leb.fbi.gov](https://leb.fbi.gov/topics-in-the-news/active-shooter?utm_source=openai))
As Loeb & Loeb continues its recovery, the firm remains dedicated to its clients and the broader community, reaffirming its commitment to safety and resilience in the face of adversity.