Atty. Eric V. Rowen

Atty. Eric V. Rowen

Eric Rowen is the Co-Chair of the Real Estate Litigation Practice and the Chair of the Western Region Real Estate Litigation Group. He focuses his practice on litigation involving real estate, real estate financing, commercial real estate leasing, real estate related bankruptcies, and trusts holding vast real estate assets.

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Eric V. Rowen is a Shareholder; Co-Chair, Real Estate Litigation Practice; Chair, Western Region Real Estate Litigation based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, estate litigation, and litigation. Educated at University of California at Irvine (B.A. Loyola, 1979) and Loyola Law School, Los Angeles J.D. 1982 Editorial Board Loyola Law School, Los Angeles J.D. International and Comparative Law Journal Loyola Law School, Los Angeles J.D. St. Thomas Moore Law (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Professional & Community Involvement •Counsel to the Independent Directors, Herbalife Nutrition, Ltd and (2020-present) •Director, Baramy Investment, Inc. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Eric Rowen is the Co-Chair of the Real Estate Litigation Practice and the Chair of the Western Region Real Estate Litigation Group
  • He focuses his practice on litigation involving real estate, real estate financing, commercial real estate leasing, real estate related bankruptcies, and trusts holding vast real estate assets
  • Mr. Rowen has deep experience with litigation and pre-litigation counseling involving securitized loan portfolios, loan and loan portfolio workouts and restructurings, construction financing, bond financings, partnership and joint venture disputes, complex eminent domain, lease disputes, entitlements (including CEQA), title issues, title insurance, and real property related environmental matters (such as federal and state superfund and private cost recovery actions)
  • He has broad bench and jury trial, law and motion, and deposition experience in federal (including bankruptcy), state, and appellate courts, and in arbitration and other alternative dispute resolution arenas, as well as in probate and other specialized courts dealing with trusts and estates
  • Concentrations •Litigation •Real Estate •Real Estate Financing •Commercial Leasing •Workouts •Bankruptcy Litigation •Complex Eminent Domain •Contaminated Real Property Cost Recovery •Trust and Estate Litigation Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Team Member, a Law360 “Environmental Practice Group of the Year,” 2022 •Team Member, U.S
  • News - Best Lawyers, Best Law Firms Edition, 'Law Firm of the Year,' Real Estate - Litigation, 2017 and 2022 •Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Litigation - Trusts and Estates, 2018-2026 •Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Litigation - Real Estate, 2018-2021 and 2023-2026 •Team Member, a Law360 'Real Estate Practice Group of the Year,' 2023 •Team Member, U.S
  • News - Best Lawyers, Best Law Firms Edition, 'Law Firm of the Year,' Banking & Finance - Litigation, 2017 •Team Member, U.S
  • News - Best Lawyers, Best Law Firms Edition, 'Law Firm of the Year,' Environmental Law, 2016 •Member, Winning Team, U.S
  • News - Best Lawyers, 'Law Firm of the Year' in Real Estate Law, 2015 •Member, Winning Team, Chambers and Partners USA Award for Excellence In Real Estate (Team), 2013 and 2017 •Member, Winning Team, U.S
  • News - Best Lawyers 'Law Firm of the Year' in Bankruptcy & Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency & Reorganization Law and Litigation, 2013

Practice Areas Explained

Eric V. Rowen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric V. Rowen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Eric V. Rowen's law office located?
Eric V. Rowen's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Greenberg Traurig, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric V. Rowen handle?
Eric V. Rowen focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Eric V. Rowen go to law school?
Eric V. Rowen earned their education at (B.A. Loyola, 1979); (—).
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What awards or recognition has Eric V. Rowen received?
Eric V. Rowen's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

B.A. Loyola
University of California at Irvine
- 1979
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles J.D. 1982 Editorial Board Loyola Law School, Los Angeles J.D. International and Comparative Law Journal Loyola Law School, Los Angeles J.D. St. Thomas Moore Law
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