Dr. Daniel Benighaus

Dr. Daniel Benighaus: Attorney with Greenberg Traurig, LLP

Biography

Daniel Benighaus is a shareholder in the German Real Estate Practice at Greenberg Traurig. His work involves advising national and international investors on a wide range of matters such as project developments, real estate transactions, and ongoing asset management. A key part of his role is to provide advice on complex project developments, including entire quarters, smart buildings, joint ventures, and data centers. His strength lies in his experience in the sale of project developments via forward deals.

Benighaus also functions as a notary, focusing primarily on real estate business law.

With over ten years of experience in real estate law, Benighaus has a deep understanding of the field. Before joining Greenberg Traurig, he gained valuable experience working as a lawyer in the real estate sector at various firms, including Olswang Germany.

Concentrations

•Developments
•Forward deals
•Construction contracts
•Commercial lease agreements
•Land Development

Recognition & Leadership

Awards & Accolades

•Listed, Chambers Germany, Real Estate, 2025
•Listed, Chambers Europe, Real Estate, 2024
•Listed, The Legal 500 EMEA Guide, Real Estate, 2022-2025
•Team Member, U.S. News - Best Lawyers, 'Law Firm of the Year: Litigation - Real Estate,' 2022
•Team Member, a Law360 'Real Estate Practice Group of the Year,' 2015 and 2022
•Recognition for special achievements at Second Legal State Exam

Areas of Practice (6)

  • Construction Law
  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Real Estate Operations
  • Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)
  • Digital Infrastructure, Data Center and Cloud Computing
  • Real Estate Leasing

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Berlin/Germany, Second Legal State Exam, 2010; Humboldt-Universitat Berlin/Germany, PhD, 2009; Berlin/Germany, First Legal State Exam, 2006
Law School Attended:
King's College, London, LL.M., 2011
Year of First Admission:
2006
Admission:
Germany
Languages:
German and English
ISLN:
923247995

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+49 (0) 30 700 171 900  Fax

www.gtlaw.com/People/Daniel-Benighaus

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