Diane's commercial real estate practice includes the purchase and sale of land and income-producing properties; ground leasing; shopping center, office and warehouse leasing; tax-deferred exchanges; construction contracts; and commercial real estate lending. Representative Experience Representation of a national retailer in the acquisition and development of new locations and expansions in the southeast. Supervision of a team of attorneys in the sale of a portfolio of over one hundred properties. Representation of a national quick service restaurant chain in connection with the purchase and ground leasing of restaurant sites throughout the United States. Representation of a privately held real estate company in leasing industrial properties in Georgia. Representation of a privately held corporation in its acquisition, sale and exchange of various commercial and industrial properties. Representation of the State of Georgia in connection with the state's first privatization of development of a student housing facility on a university campus. Representation of a commercial real estate developer in connection with the sale of various properties. Initiated and implemented commercial leasing program, including drafting form leases, coordinating efforts of leasing agents and account officers, supervising staff in preparation of leases, negotiating lease terms with tenants and developing and maintaining a program to track leases in progress. Other Distinctions Achieved Martindale-Hubbell's highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards Work Experience Partner, Troutman Sanders LLP, 2006-present Of Counsel, Troutman Sanders LLP, 2001-2005 Associate, Troutman Sanders LLP, 1996-2000 Senior Attorney, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, 1990-1996 Attorney, Federal Asset Disposition Association, 1986-1990 Associate, O'Callaghan, Saunders & Stumm, 1984-1986 Memberships · State Bar of Georgia · CREW Network · International Council of Shopping Centers |