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Birmingham, Mich.— January 29, 2025 – John Gaber, a partner with Birmingham-based full-service business law firm Williams, Williams, Rattner & Plunkett (WWRP), has been named to the Michigan Lawyers Weekly 2025 list of “Go To Lawyers in Commercial Real Estate.”
According to Michigan Lawyers Weekly, a “Go To Lawyer” is:
- A lawyer who is an expert in their field, well-versed in the nuances of the case law, statutes and regulations clients will encounter.
- A lawyer who is experienced and enjoys a record of success, with many cases that give testimony to the quality advice the lawyer can provide.
- A lawyer to whom other lawyers make referrals because of their experience and accomplishments.
- A lawyer who can think creatively and identify all options for a client.
- A lawyer you would name when a friend from another state calls because they have a client who needs legal help in Michigan.
Gaber brings extensive experience in real estate, corporate and commercial law to his legal practice. His real estate expertise includes property acquisition, development, land use and zoning, construction, financing, leasing and disposition. In his work, he represents commercial real estate developers, owner-operators, shopping centers, retailers, landlords and tenants. He helps clients with the entire acquisition, development and sale/leasing process, including obtaining difficult governmental zoning and land use approvals.
Gaber’s other legal honors include Best Lawyers® 2021 Real Estate Litigation “Lawyer of the Year” for Troy, Michigan Region; Best Lawyers in America; DBusiness Top Lawyers; and AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell. He is a member and frequent speaker on real estate legal topics for the International Center for Commercial Real Estate (ICSC) and State Bar Real Property Law Section Continuing Legal Education Committee. Gaber is also a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation.
Outside of law, Gaber is a committed and engaged member of his community. He has held various volunteer roles within the Rochester area, including with the Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce Board, Rochester Downtown Development Authority Board, Rochester Community Schools, Rochester Hills City Council and Planning Commission, Rotary, Crittenton Hospital (now Henry Ford Health) and St. Paul United Methodist Church, among other organizations.
Gaber graduated summa cum laude from Wayne State University Law School and received a B.B.A. in finance, with high distinction, from the University of Michigan.
About Williams Williams Rattner & Plunkett
Williams Williams Rattner & Plunkett is a corporate law firm comprised of trusted attorneys, counselors and litigators committed to our clients’ success. Practice areas include business and commercial law, mergers and acquisitions, real estate including zoning, property tax appeals and eminent domain, commercial litigation, trusts and estates, divorce, and family law matters. A leader in local and state bar activities, community organizations, and charitable endeavors, Williams Williams Rattner & Plunkett understands the role attorneys play in a dynamic business environment, and as members of a vibrant community. Learn more about the firm and its commitment to exceptional client service at www.WWRPLaw.com.
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