Gibson Dunn & Crutcher hires Klein as a partner

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP revealed that real estate lawyer Steven Klein has joined the firm's New York office as a partner. Klein was previously a partner at Willkie Farr & Gallagher. "Steve is a terrific addition to the firm and to our real estate practice," said Ken Doran, chairman and managing partner of Gibson Dunn. "He is an experienced and talented lawyer, who is highly regarded by the real estate community. Our real estate practice is extremely busy, and his experience in a broad spectrum of real estate transactions will complement the firm's practice in New York and nationally." "We are delighted to welcome Steve to the firm," said Steve Shoemate, co-partner in charge of the New York office. "He has a stellar reputation in the New York real estate community, and his arrival will deepen and broaden our real estate capabilities." "Gibson Dunn has one of the top real estate practices in the country," said Klein. "I've known several Gibson Dunn partners for years, and this was a great opportunity to join a strong team with a national and international platform that will allow me to grow my practice."