John F. Simonis

Partner

Orange County

Seasoned real estate attorney advising institutional investors, owners, and developers on complex transactions, joint ventures, and large-scale projects

"John is highly engaged, highly responsive and has never let us down. He’s very pragmatic, concise in his advice and open-minded when he needs to be."

Chambers USA, Real Estate client

John is the managing partner of the firm’s Orange County office. He advises institutional investors, owners, developers, and users on complex real estate transactions and development matters, with experience spanning joint ventures, funds, purchases and sales, leasing, development and construction, and entity structuring.

Recognitions

  • Selected through peer review for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© for Real Estate Law, 2006-2025
  • Ranked in Chambers USA for California Southern Real Estate, 2022-2025
  • Recognized as a 2023 Orange County Visionary by the Los Angeles Times

Credentials

Education

  • University of Michigan Law School, 1986, J.D., magna cum laude; Order of the Coif
  • Marquette University, 1983, B.S.

Professional admissions & qualifications

  • California

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