Robert S. Davis has joined FBT Gibbons in Philadelphia as a partner in its Real Estate practice group, continuing the firm’s strategic expansion of its national real estate platform and strengthening its presence in key East Coast growth markets.
Davis joins FBT Gibbons from McCarter & English and brings extensive experience advising clients on complex real estate matters. For more than three decades, he has worked closely with developers, institutional owners, national retailers, restaurant chains, lenders, commercial brokerage firms, and private investors on high profile real estate transactions that have helped shape the Philadelphia region. His practice focuses on sophisticated commercial real estate matters, including acquisitions and dispositions, portfolio sales, sale-leasebacks, development projects, tax-free exchanges, borrower-side financing, and leasing across all asset classes, including office, industrial, retail, and hospitality.
“Rob has handled some of the most significant real estate transactions in the Philadelphia market and brings a steady, practical approach that clients value,” said Christina Sprecher, leader of FBT Gibbons’ Real Estate practice group. “As we continue to grow our national real estate platform, adding partners with Rob’s depth of experience and strong local relationships is exactly how we build meaningful strength in key markets.”
Davis represents both landlords and tenants in large-scale office leases, major headquarters relocations, industrial and retail transactions, restaurant expansions, and shopping center leasing matters. He is also an active leader in the Philadelphia community and previously served on the Board of Directors for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Philadelphia and Legacy Youth Tennis and Education. He has received numerous awards for his outstanding charitable and pro bono work.
“I’m thrilled to join FBT Gibbons at such an exciting time following the combination of two highly regarded firms,” Davis said. “The national platform, from New York to Los Angeles, enhances our ability to serve real estate clients in Philadelphia and across the country. For my practice, it means broader reach, deeper resources, and the opportunity to collaborate with a talented, multi-disciplinary team with significant industry experience. I can’t wait to get started.”
FBT Gibbons’ real estate team, now more than 100 attorneys strong, represents developers, owners, equity investors, home builders, lenders, government entities, and other real estate professionals across all facets of real estate ownership, finance, development, management, and disposition. With a deep understanding of the real estate industry, the team provides clients with practical, strategic legal counsel, helping them navigate complex transactions and achieve their business goals. Known for their ability to “get the deal done,” the firm’s attorneys work proactively to resolve issues and close transactions efficiently.
About FBT Gibbons
FBT Gibbons LLP is a national law firm focused on serving companies operating and investing in the middle market. With nearly 800 lawyers across 25 offices, the firm is positioned to support clients ranging from large multinationals to mid-sized businesses and growth-oriented startups across the United States. FBT Gibbons provides legal counsel enriched with valuable business and market context, particularly in corporate, litigation, and regulatory matters within the energy, finance, life sciences, and manufacturing sectors. The firm is committed to delivering excellent service to its clients, colleagues, and the communities in which it operates. To learn more, visit FBTGibbons.com.