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Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Shortlisted for Legal Excellence

In an exciting announcement, two attorneys from the globally recognized law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, have been nominated for the coveted 2026 New York Legal Awards. Richard C. Kim and Amanda L. Rudolf have garnered attention in the legal community for their exemplary work and dedication, enhancing the firm's reputation within New York's competitive legal landscape.

Richard C. Kim, a finalist for the “Best Mentor” award, holds esteemed positions as co-chair of both the firm’s Global Finance Practice and the New York Corporate Practice. His expertise lies in structuring complex debt financing transactions, where he adeptly represents a diverse group of clients, including private equity sponsors, public and private borrowers, lead arrangers, and lenders. As the associate hiring co-chair, along with being the career development liaison for Greenberg Traurig's New York office, Kim remains committed to nurturing young legal talent. Notably, he also contributes as a board member of the Lawyers Alliance for New York and co-chairs the firm’s Asian American Affinity Group.

Apart from Kim, Amanda L. Rudolf, a finalist for the “Most Promising Newcomer” award, stands out in the firm’s Real Estate Practice. She plays a crucial role in navigating clients through intricate commercial real estate transactions, which encompass acquisitions, dispositions, development, and finance-related issues. Rudolf's involvement in the New York Associate Liaison Group highlights her dedication to fostering connections among shareholders, firm leaders, and associates, facilitating important social and professional development initiatives. Furthermore, she has taken lead in a team representing the firm in the New York Cycle for Survival event, a charitable endeavor committed to rare cancer research.

The New York Legal Awards, as per sources from the New York Law Journal, honor the exceptional contributions of attorneys, judges, law firms, and legal departments, emphasizing their commitment to innovation, leadership, and service within the New York legal community. The honored individuals will be celebrated at a ceremony on September 3 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in Manhattan, an anticipated event that gathers the who’s who of the legal profession.

Greenberg Traurig, founded in 1967, boasts an impressive workforce of approximately 3,100 attorneys across 51 locations worldwide, spanning the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. The firm is consistently recognized for its strategic legal services, philanthropic efforts, and innovative culture, making it a powerhouse in accommodating complex legal needs across various sectors. The firm held a noteworthy position in the BTI