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Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis Launches Data Center Infrastructure Practice

Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis LLP, a well-established law firm based in New Jersey, has introduced a new practice area focused on Data Center Development & Infrastructure. This initiative aims to provide comprehensive legal support to various stakeholders involved in the data center ecosystem, including developers, operators, investors, and lenders.

The practice is built around collaboration within the firm, allowing it to serve as either lead counsel or local counsel for national and international developers and law firms. The attorneys involved combine a strong understanding of regulatory requirements with extensive transactional experience, ensuring that clients receive expert guidance throughout their data center projects—ranging from private enterprises to large-scale co-location, hyperscale, and localized edge data centers.

Comprehensive Legal Support Throughout the Project Lifecycle

The newly formed practice is designed to support clients at all phases of their projects. This includes help with site selection and land use approvals, navigating environmental permitting, and addressing energy and utility matters. Moreover, the team is equipped to tackle regulatory issues, real estate structuring, project financing, tax incentives, and community engagement strategies that may arise during project execution.

Once a facility is operational, the team continues to offer support in key areas, including energy procurement and compliance with ongoing regulatory requirements. This holistic approach enables clients not only to navigate the complexities of data center development but also to ensure a seamless transition into full operations.

Expertise Tailored to New Jersey’s Legal Landscape

Leading the new data center practice is Barbara J. Koonz, who emphasizes that Greenbaum's existing involvement in major data center projects throughout New Jersey laid the groundwork for this formal initiative. Koonz remarks, "Our attorneys have already been advising clients on significant data center investments that amount to billions of dollars. Establishing this practice underscores our commitment to adapting to our clients' evolving needs and the firm's growth trajectory."

The firm has demonstrated its ability to handle intricate legal matters through a collaborative structure that allows attorneys from various specialties—land use, environmental law, energy, real estate, finance, and tax incentives—to work together for the benefit of their clients. This interconnectedness empowers Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis to address the interconnected nature of legal challenges faced by those involved in data center projects.

A Legacy of Legal Excellence

With over a century of experience, Greenbaum has been pivotal in shaping the legal landscape in New Jersey. They cater to the needs of businesses, public entities, and private clients while leveraging extensive networks in business, governmental, and legal fields to provide significant advantages to their clients.

As the demand for data centers continues to grow—propelled by the rapid advancement of technology and the digital economy—Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis is well-positioned to lead the charge in this vital sector. Their established history of understanding the intricacies of state laws and regulations equips them to serve clients effectively, ensuring not just compliance but also the promotion of growth and innovation within New Jersey's rapidly evolving data infrastructure.

For inquiries or additional information about the new practice, clients can reach out to Alissa Pinck, the Senior Manager of Marketing & Business Development, via email or phone. Through this pioneering initiative, Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis continues to demonstrate its commitment to meeting the legal needs of its clients in the Data Center Development sector.