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Adam Laver is a partner in the firm’s real estate practice where he advises clients on matters related to real estate development, zoning and land use, and real property tax minimization. He works regularly with elected officials throughout the Philadelphia area and with key municipal agencies, including the Philadelphia Zoning Board of Adjustment, the Philadelphia Historical Commission, the Department of Licenses and Inspections, the Philadelphia City Planning Commission, and the Streets Department.He works with these agencies to obtain zoning, use, building, and related permits for both regional and national developers, owners, and users of real estate.Adam also represents taxpayers in connection with real estate tax exemption, abatement, and market-value assessment appeals before the Board of Revision of Taxes and other boards of assessment appeals.Chambers USA has recognized Adam in the field of real estate, zoning, and land use, noting that he has been praised by clients and peers as “very client-focused and a class act,” and “someone who is always fully prepared … [who] understands the law and respects the processes.” A client shared, “Adam is my go-to person on any legal advice because his very steady demeanor is always reassuring.” Another Chambers source stated that he “is incredibly responsive and knowledgeable … and he works incredibly hard.” Chambers USA 2025 notes: “It is a privilege to work with Adam and I consider him one of the best lawyers in our entire market.” “Adam is one of the best lawyers I've ever worked with. He is approachable and accessible. He’s eager to help, an expert in his field and I deeply value his judgment and support.”

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Adam E. Laver Recognized in the Philadelphia Business Journal’s Best Real Estate Deals of 2025

Blank Rome and Hotel Anna & Bel Project Team Recognized in 2026 Preservation Achievement Awards

Blank Rome Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Legal 500 U.S. City Elite for Boston, New York, and Philadelphia

Blank Rome Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Best Lawyers in America®

Chambers USA 2025 Recognizes Blank Rome Attorneys and Practices

Adam E. Laver Recognized in the Philadelphia Business Journal’s Best Real Estate Deals of 2024

Blank Rome Attorneys Recognized in 2025 Best Lawyers in America®

Chambers USA 2024 Recognizes Blank Rome Attorneys and Practices

Adam E. Laver Receives Israel Bonds Philadelphia’s Legal & Financial Services Division 2024 Award

Blank Rome Recognized in 2024 Preservation Achievement Awards

Blank Rome Recognized in Philadelphia Business Journal’s Best Real Estate Deals and Dealmakers of 2023

Blank Rome Attorneys Recognized in 2024 Best Lawyers in America®

Chambers USA 2023 Recognizes Blank Rome Attorneys and Practices

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Adam represents real estate owners, developers, and stakeholders on a broad range of local and national transactions. His representative experience includes the following:
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<li>A national real estate investment firm, in extensive, high-profile, mixed-use redevelopments throughout Philadelphia.</li>
<li>A well-known restaurant chain, in obtaining zoning and related approvals for its restaurants in Philadelphia’s Center City District.</li>
<li>A hotel developer, in securing approvals and financing for new Philadelphia-area hotels.</li>
<li>A regional real estate developer, as land use counsel in connection with its multi-family development projects throughout the Philadelphia area.</li>
<li>A national luxury home builder, in securing significant tax savings in connection with real estate tax abatements and assessment appeals.</li>
<li>A hotel chain, as liquor license counsel in securing licensure from the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board.</li>
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